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What are the key points regarding extending a Non-Immigrant O retirement visa in Thailand and re-entry permits?

Non-Immigrant O Visa Visa Extension Retirement Visa Re-entry Permit Thailand Immigration Rules

Jul 8, 2025

10 months ago

Jennifer *****

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Hello everyone,  

Planning to extend Non-Immigrant O retirement visa (which expires on 10 September) in Bangkok for an additional 12 months. 

Hoping to questions:

1. If I apply for the extension 30 days before the expiry date, will the 12-month extension be added from the original expiry date (10 September), or from the date I submit the application?

2. What happens to my current multi re-entry permit during this process?

3. I am planning to travel outside of Thailand and depart before 10 September. If I return before or after the current multi-entry visa expiry date, how will that affect the process and the re-entry permit?

Any insights or advice would be greatly appreciated. I've been reading and getting more confused. Thank you!

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TLDR : Answer Summary

To extend your Non-Immigrant O retirement visa in Bangkok, submit the application at least 30 days before the expiry date (10 September). The extension will begin the day after your current visa expires. Regarding the multi re-entry permit, it is linked to your current visa and will need to be renewed upon receiving the extension. If you travel outside Thailand before or after the expiry date, as long as you return before your current visa expires, your new permit will still be valid, but ensure to buy a new re-entry permit corresponding to the new extension.

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Jennifer *****

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Thank you so much all for the helpful replies!

10 months ago

Nongnuch ********

A new “1-year Extension of the Stay Permit” always starts on the day after the expiry of the old extension and is good for 365 days

The multi re-entry permit is linked to your current extension of stay permit. It is only valid until September 10

When you get issued the new 1-year extension of the stay permit, you need to buy a new re-entry permit for it. You can choose between multi re-entry or single re-entry, with an eye on your future travel plans

After being issued the new 1-year EOS, you can exit Thailand before or after the expiry of the current extension and return any time – your re-entries are covered

10 months ago

Graham ******

1 added to your current exit date, 2 you'll need to buy a new re-entry permit and 3 you need to be in the country to get your new extension inked in, go out beyond your current exit date without your extension you start again

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