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How long do I have to transfer my retirement visa stamps to my new passport in Thailand?

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Oct 30, 2025

19 hours ago

Keith ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

I arrived in Hua Hin on the 10th of October and went to Immigration at Bluport to transfer my retirement Visa stamps from my old passport to my recently renewed passport. At the desk I was told to go to the main immigration office just outside of town.

I asked her how long did I have before that had to be done, but unfortunately, I didn’t get a clear answer.

It would be helpful if somebody could give me an answer￼

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A user in Hua Hin sought clarification on how long they have to transfer their retirement visa stamps from an old passport to a new one. Initial responses varied, with suggestions of no strict time limit, a potential 30-day grace period, and the importance of updating other official documents. Ultimately, the immigration officer confirmed a flexible deadline of up to 30 days for UK citizens, along with procedures and costs associated with the transfer.

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Keith ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thank you for your responses. Immigration of the main office were very helpful.

Having asked the immigration officer directly how long UK citizens are allowed having entered Thailand to update their new passport with the previous stamps, the answer appears to be there is a little flexibility but up to 30 days .

The cost is 500 baht and I am required to report to Immigration in Bluport every 90 days to confirm my residence.

I hope this is helpful to others

16 hours ago

Nongnuch ********

Immigration doesn’t transfer any visa . . . they will only transfer your „extension of stay permit stamp“ to your new passport

You should do it soon, as you must also update your passport number with the mobile phone provider and your Thai bank as well, as soon as possible before your “retirement extension” expires

18 hours ago

Dennis *********

I’d say you have till the 28th of October but that’s just me.

18 hours ago

Neil ********

I don’t know but logic says if you entered on a new passport then you are back to basics and you have 30 or 60 days or if just secured a new passport then before the visa runs out but you really should update the bank etc and you need visa stamps in your new passport.

It’s 15 minutes to drive there so just crack on now

18 hours ago

Bob **********

I don’t think there’s a time limit

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