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Do I need to buy new health insurance for my OA visa re-entry to Thailand, or can I extend my existing coverage?

OA Visa Health Insurance Thailand Re-entry Visa Insurance Requirements COE (Certificate of Entry)

Aug 19, 2021

5 years ago

Wyn **********

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If coming back to Thailand on OA visa before insurance end date do i buy new cover for one year for COE again or just extend the insurance after re entry. Thanks.

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When returning to Thailand on an OA visa, it's advisable to start a new health insurance policy upon arrival rather than extending your existing coverage, as your stay will only be valid until the current insurance expiry date.

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Bobby ********

You'll only be stamped in up to the date of expiry of the insurance, so it's better to start a new policy from the date of your arrival, so you get the full year

5 years ago

Garrett ***********

Shouldn't you ask your insurance company if you can extend it? You didn't even say which insurance company you're using.

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