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Do I need to cancel my visa extension when leaving Thailand for the UK permanently?
Leaving to go back to the UK permanently in Dec 2021. Do I need to go to immigration snd cancel my extension
Answer summary
The need to cancel your visa extension when moving back to the UK permanently depends on the type of extension you hold. If your extension is based on marriage or retirement, it is not necessary to formally cancel it before leaving. However, if your extension is linked to an educational (ED) visa or work permit, it is advisable to cancel it prior to your departure. Additionally, some users suggest considering a re-entry permit if there is a possibility of returning to Thailand in the future.
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Conny ********
Why don’t you just apply for a re–entry permit? Maybe you want to come back a some point 🤔
Benjamin ******
@Conny *******
Good question. A re-entry permit is 1,000 THB, however is the length of the reminder of the extension of stay.Conny ********
@Benjamin *****
– when I think about all the paperwork, time and money it takes to get a one year visa I only would leave after applying for an re–entry permit as long as the original visa still last some time Tod *********
totally depends on what type of extension you have and if you're ever gonna come back here or not.
IF you're on an extension based on marriage or retirement, just leave it's fine BUT if it's an ED visa extension or one based on employment you should cancel it before you go
IF you're on an extension based on marriage or retirement, just leave it's fine BUT if it's an ED visa extension or one based on employment you should cancel it before you go
Gail *******
OP@Tod ********
extension of stay retirement. May come back to have short visits to friends. Tod *********
@Gail ******
you're fine, just leave no issues at all comin' back Gail *******
OPBenjamin ******
@Gail ******
The reason for your extension of stay (being over 50) can't be cancelled because you'll never be younger then 50. You can just leave Thailand without cancelling it.Tod *********
however seeing as you said you're leaving "permanently" <- which implies forever 😛 You could just leave and as long as you're NOT comin' back it'll be fine no matter what extension you're on.
James ********
What extension of stay are you now on in Thailand?
Work permit related?
Work permit related?
Gail *******
OP@James *******
extension of stay retirement Activity
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