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What is the process for extending a non-OA multiple-entry visa in Bangkok and how does the re-entry permit work?

Nov 16, 2025
2 days ago
Ora *******
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Hi everyone, my husband has a non-OA multiple-entry visa and needs to extend it. How easy or difficult is the process while living in Bangkok? I also saw that a re-entry permit is required for multiple-entry visas—do we handle that at the same time as the extension, or afterward.
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Extending a non-OA multiple-entry visa in Bangkok is generally straightforward. It's essential to have all paperwork ready, including valid health insurance, as the extension's duration depends on the insurance's validity. A re-entry permit is required, which can typically be handled simultaneously, though it's possible to obtain one afterward. Previous expats report the extension process taking only a couple of hours at immigration.
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Graham ******
If your husband gets new insurance and does a border bounce before the Non-OA expires (the visa not his entry stamp) he will get a new 12 month stamp but will require a re-entry permit to re-enter after the visa expires
Greg *********
I extended my OA in Bangkok a few months ago. Not a big deal, took a couple hours at immigration. Just have all your paperwork ready and copies.
Peter ****************
Visa OA is multi entry, but indeed if you go for a year extension you have to have a single or multi re-entry permit. Take care of y'r health insurance. Y'r extension will be as long as y'r health insurance is valid.
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