Do I need to apply for a re-entry permit while on a Non-B visa in Thailand?

Nov 26, 2020
4 years ago
Dharmma **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Being on Non B, it is still necessary to aply for re-entry? Thanks đź‘Ť
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If you are on a Non-B visa and plan to leave Thailand, you will need to apply for a re-entry permit to return on the same visa stamp. If you are outside of Thailand when trying to return, you'll also require a certificate of entry from your local embassy, which includes additional requirements like insurance, quarantine, and COVID-19 testing.
Paul ********
Some many lonely people
Dharmma **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Thanks
Steve *********
Somewhere on any visa the word "single" or "multiple" should appear. If it says "single", then re-entry permit is required
Gary ***********
@Steve ********
And multiple as well... If you don't have a re-entry permit & leave Thailand, you won't be able to enter on the old Non-B visa and have to start all over again...
Steve *******
@Gary **********
Incorrect. You DONT need a re-entry permit if you have a valid multiple entry visa.
Gary ***********
@Steve ******
Read the original posters post.
Steve *******
@Gary **********
Why? I replied to your comment not the OP's. The OP didnt mention single or multiple entry visa but you stated a multiple entry visa needs a re-entry permit, it doesnt. The clue's in the name, 'multiple entry'.
Steve *********
@Gary **********
doesn't a multiple entry visa allow "multiple entries"? (In non-covid times, at least!)
Gary ***********
@Steve ********
Yes, but you still need a re-entry permit whether its several singles or a multi depending on how much you go in and out of Thailand on a Non-B visa.
Joe ***********
@Gary **********
No - Not true at all for a Multi-Entry Visa (if the Visa is still valid - not reached the Expiry date) The whole purpose of a Multi-Entry Visa is just that... Example: First year of an O-A Multi-Entry Visa has unlimited Exits and Reentry. Exception for Everyone is under Covid-19 Restrictions the Thai Border is closed. A COE Certificate of Entry must be filed for and obtained. But a COE is Not the same as a reentry permit.
Gary ***********
@Joe **********
Read the original posters post.
David ********
@Gary **********
The re-entry stamp allows for either a single or multiple re-entry. When you got the multiple one you can enter Thailand as often as you please.
Stuart *********
If you’re meaning that you are leaving the country and want to come back on the same stamp then yes you need to buy a reentry permit. If you are currently outside of Thailand you have to apply for a certificate of entry from your local embassy there’s many hoops to jump through for that including insurance and quarantine and negative Covid tests. Check the posts here for full details if needed.
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