Do I need a ticket for leaving Thailand when re-entering with a student visa and re-entry permit?

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Feb 18, 2024

9 months ago

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Hello everyone. 

Question about re-entry permit: 

When I use it to come back to Thailand, at airport inmigration will they ask again for a ticket for leaving Thailand before my visa expires?  

I make this question because when I first entered I had that ticket to leave the country, but because I got an student visa later, the ticket expired. 

I would like to be sure that I need to buy a new one that I will not use again.

Thank you in advance.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

When re-entering Thailand with a student visa (ED visa) and a re-entry permit, it is generally not required to show proof of onward travel. However, it's advisable to have documentation from your school regarding your temporary absence, as immigration may be critical about the circumstances of your travel. Confirm with your airline as well, and keep contact information for your school handy in case of any inquiries during re-entry.

James ********

I believe that the OP has the answers needed for his question.

Thanks all for your helpful replies.

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9 months ago

Mario *********

Just make sure with your airline company

9 months ago

Toño *******

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@Mario ********

thank you

9 months ago

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Bart **************

With an ED or the corresponding extension you do not need proof of onward travel upon entry.

9 months ago

Toño *******

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@Bart *************

thank you

9 months ago

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Tod *********

As a rule they do not require onward travel when re-entering thailand on an ED visa/extension with a re-entry permit

BUT (with that being said)

keep in mind they really ARE critical of people on ED visa/extensions traveling out of the country while you're supposed to be studying.. 😮

I'd get a letter from your school saying they know you're going to be gone xxx days and that it's approved by them

AND

I'd have a contact of someone from the school you can call IF you get pulled aside by immigrations when you go to stamp back in to the country

9 months ago

Toño *******

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@Tod ********

thank you, i will talk with the school about this.

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