What is the process and duration for transferring stamps from an old US passport to a new one at Bangkok immigration?

Thailand Immigration Passport Transfer US Passport Visa Rules Consulate Procedures

May 8, 2019

5 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Has anybody done passport book transfer at Bkk immigration before? (Transfer from old book to new book) how long does it takes? And any fees? Thank you.

PS. US passport

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TLDR : Answer Summary

To transfer stamps from an old US passport to a new one at Bangkok immigration, you will need to bring the letter from your consulate confirming that the new passport is a replacement for the old one. The process can be done relatively quickly, and it's possible to send someone else, such as a spouse or friend, to handle it for you. There are fees associated with the transfer, though the exact amount is not specified.

Francis ********

You can also send someone to do it for you like wife girlfriend or friend etc . You don’t have to go yourself.

5 years ago

Francis ********

@Tod ********

yes my wife did the TM 30 also because she owns the place I live in . So she is the landlord.

5 years ago

Tod *********

that works for 90 day reporting BUT have you had someone file a TM.30 form for you? I have not seen it work without you giving the person filing on your behalf a filled out power of attorney form (with the two 5 baht tax stamps affixed and two witnesses signing it)

5 years ago

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Tod *********

@David ****

brought up an excellent point. Make SURE that you bring the letter your consulate gave you when you got your new passport with you to the immigration office.

In Bangkok you need the following things to get stamps transferred.

5 years ago

Vince **********

@Tod ********

Just a heads up, Bangkok asked for copies of my work permit as well. My HR had done a transfer before and she indicated this was the first time they've asked for it. This happened on

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/19.

5 years ago

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Vince **********

Dave *****

Pretty fast. Needed a letter of embassy with details that new passport is replacing old one. Paid for that.

5 years ago

Dave *****

@Tod ********

yes extension of stay. Sorry.

5 years ago

Tod *********

@Praew *********

they will NOT transfer ANY visa they only transfer extensions of stays :O

They note the visa you previously held, transfer your current extension of stay, any valid re-entry permits and your most recent entry stamp.

5 years ago

Praew ************

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@David ****

Thank you, they will only transfer the latest visa and stamp right?

5 years ago

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Praew ************

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