Hi, I am living in Pattaya and I am here on a 1 year OA multiple entry visa. If I leave the country and come back in, I was told by a friend who has a contact in immigration that they will stamp my visa and passport for another year from date of new entry. Is this true or do I have to formally go through renewal process with proof of funds etc. Thank you .
TLDR : Answer Summary
The questioner, who holds a 1-year OA multiple entry visa in Thailand, seeks clarification on whether leaving the country and re-entering would automatically renew the visa for another year or if a formal renewal process involving proof of funds is required. Responses clarify that as long as the individual returns before their visa's expiration date and maintains valid health insurance for the new entry, they can receive another year stamp. Confusion may arise from the different terms used due to the transition from visa stickers to e-visas, but the core requirement is to enter Thailand within the visa's allowed timeframe.
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