I am not on overstay, and depart in a couple weeks.
I was just wondering, what happens at the automated departure gates for some on overstay.
Do they stay closed and how is the fine paid ?
TLDR : Answer Summary
When attempting to leave Thailand through automated departure gates, individuals on overstay will find that these gates remain closed. Instead, they will be redirected to a manual immigration desk where they can address the issue of their overstay and pay any associated fines. The experience for those with minor overstays is typically straightforward, but it's advisable to maintain a clear immigration record for future travels.