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Should I get a re-entry permit or come back to Thailand as a tourist on my non-O visa?
Aug 22, 2025
2 months ago
Vern ***********
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
The user currently holds a Non-O visa based on marriage, which expires soon. They will leave Thailand for a short business trip and are questioning whether to obtain a re-entry permit or to enter Thailand again as a tourist. The comments suggest that without a re-entry permit, the user would lose their current Non-O visa status, necessitating reapplication for the visa from the beginning. Some recommend obtaining a re-entry permit at the airport to maintain their visa status and avoid complications with future visa extensions.
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.
