What documents do I need for my O-A retirement visa re-entry in Thailand, and can I extend it with an entry stamp?

O-A retirement visa visa extension multiple-entry visa re-entry permit health insurance requirements Thai immigration rules

Apr 27, 2023

2 years ago

Jacek ***********

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Hello everyone! I would like to share some information regarding my O-A retirement visa and seek your advice. I currently hold a multiple-entry O-A retirement visa, valid from September 6, 2022, to September 5, 2023, which I obtained from the Thai Embassy in Warsaw. I arrived in Thailand on September 17, 2022, and received an entry stamp valid until September 15, 2023.

I have learned from this group that it is possible to extend my visa for an additional year through entry stamps, provided I follow the correct procedure. I am planning to leave Thailand on May 27 and return on September 3. Today, when I visited the immigration office, I was informed that I do not need a re-entry permit (TM8). However, I am aware that upon re-entry, I will need to show proof of 100k USD annual insurance coverage. Do I also need to provide any other documents, such as a passbook or a letter from the bank? Additionally, can the insurance be purchased from a provider outside of Thailand (which is what I have done)?

I am concerned about whether I will receive a stamp to extend my visa or if I should apply for an extension while I am away. I would greatly appreciate any advice you can provide. Thank you in advance 🙏

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user inquired about the requirements for re-entry on their multiple-entry O-A retirement visa, and whether they could extend their visa with an entry stamp upon returning to Thailand. They confirmed their absence from Thailand and the need for annual health insurance coverage of $100,000. Comments from the community clarified that a re-entry permit is not needed as long as the visa remains valid, and they can use the same health insurer for their new entry. It was noted that the entry stamp is not an extension but a new stamp on the existing visa.

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Mario *********

With your story all you need is health insurance policy to cover your duration

2 years ago

Graham ******

If you get a new entry stamp when you re-enter please be aware that when the original non-OA visa has expired you cannot re-enter without getting a re-entry permit prior to or on departure. It is only multi-entry for the initial 12 months it is valid for.

2 years ago

Ellie *******

You will be stamped in until the earlier date of 365 days or your new insurance policy validity when you enter Thailand on or before the "must be used by" date.

You don't need a re-entry permit as long as your visa is valid because it has built-in multiple entry.

You can use the same insurer as you used for getting Non-OA for a new entry on your current Non-OA.

By the way, it is NOT an extension. It is a new entry stamp on that visa.

2 years ago

Ellie *******

This may help you to know the terminology (means common understanding) in THIS group.

2 years ago

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