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What documents do I need to transfer my retirement extension to my new passport in Thailand, and how long does it take?

Retirement Visa Visa Extension Thailand Immigration Passport Renewal NON-O Visa Immigration Procedures

Paul *******

asked Apr 15, 2026

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Hello, I just renewed my passport and need my retirement extension placed in my new passport. What copies do i need? how much and how long does it take?

Thanks in advance.

Again thanks. I have all the info i need.

Answer summary

To transfer your retirement extension to your new passport in Thailand, you need to bring both your old and new passports to immigration. This process is typically free of charge and can be done while you wait. It's recommended to have your bankbook with you, just in case the immigration officer wants to check it. Be aware that they may take some time to copy every visa stamp from your old passport, which could use several pages. Overall, the whole process is straightforward and can usually be completed within the day.

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BC ********

Take your bankbook with you - just in case. Don't need to show it yourself, but there is always a possibility the IO might want to check it. Better have it with you and not need to waste time coming back.

It HAS happened.

6 months ago

Paul *******

BC Farang I used an agent so that's not happening

6 months ago

Alan **********

Paul Jones Does that mean you don't have a bankbook ?

Or the bb doesn't have the required amount in it ?

Does the agent handle all your extensions ?

6 months ago

Paul *******

Alan Rothwell Agent handles all my extensions, agent takes care of all the requirments

6 months ago

Hari ****

Here on Phuket … u can wait for it , or next day … easy

6 months ago

Bill *******

Free bring both and pattaya is picked them up in a day or so.. same counter as visa renewals

6 months ago

Brook ********

Take your old passport and your new passport to immigration and they will do it while you wait.

Be aware that they will waste several pages copying every visa stamp and every reentry permit from your past, even ones that have long expired.

Edit: @james Mitchell it’s absolutely true for me in Chiang Mai. If comments weren’t closed I would post a photo as evidence.

6 months ago

James **********

Brook Powers that isn't not true, the transfer stamp is 1 whole page, then the re-entry stamp is as normal. Why write crap like that.

6 months ago

Paul *******

Brook Powers Really? My old is an extended passport and was renewed as it's full. Seems strange from them to fill a new passport.

6 months ago

John **********

@Paul ******

transfer of stamps takes 2 full pages

6 months ago

Sebastian ********

Brook Powers no they do not!! All they transfer is your original Non-O and your most recent extension and re-entry permit if applicable. Took one page!!

6 months ago