Do I need to transfer my visa entry stamp to my new passport while exiting Thailand?

NON-O visa passport transfer Thailand immigration 90 days entry expat advice Thai visa regulations

Dec 2, 2024

2 days ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hi, just looking for an up to date confirmation. 

Currently on the last (extra-13-15th month) 90 days entry until 8 Feb 2025 of a one-year Multiple Entry Non-Imm 'O' visa obtained from Savannakhet . 

Had to apply for a new passport as existing passport with above stamp expires in June 2025 (less than 6 months validity to use it for an entry after 8 Feb 2025 and not enough pages left). Received new passport today. 

Do I need to go to my local Immigration office to transfer the entry stamp to 8 Feb 2025 to my new passport, or can I just exit Thailand with both old and new passports on or around 8 Feb 2025? Also, I would hope to be returning a few days later. Will I again need both passports, or just the new one?

Thanks for your assistance.

423

views

likes

all likes

replies

images

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

The entry stamp from your old passport cannot be transferred to your new passport. You can leave Thailand with both passports when you exit on or around 8 Feb 2025, and upon re-entry, you will only need your new passport. If you plan to apply for a 60-day extension later, you will need to present both passports to the local immigration office.

NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES

Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.

Dave **********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thank you very much! That's a great answer. Much appreciated! 🙏

2 days ago

Ellie *******

The entry stamp cannot be transferred. No need to go to the local immigration office regarding your new passport. You just leave Thailand with both passports. Then you don't need the old passport to enter Thailand after. You need only the new passport.

Unnecessary additional info.

If you want to apply for a 60-day Thai family visit extension at the end of the current stamp, you bring both passports to the local office. They will put a 60-day extension stamp on your new passport referring to the entry stamp in the old one. After this, you don't need an old passport to leave. (still a good idea to bring both to leave in case)

2 days ago

Reply to

Ellie *******

Thai Visa Advice

... members · 40% approval rate

The Thai Visa Advice group is a specialized Q&A forum for visa-related topics in Thailand, ensuring detailed responses.

Join the Group

Thai Visa Advice

View the Conversation

Thai Visa Advice

What is the process for reentry to Thailand with a new passport while maintaining a NON-O visa extension?

6 comments