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What issues might arise when obtaining a re-entry permit at Bangkok Airport?

Re-Entry Permit Visa Types Thailand Immigration Travel Documentation Non-ED Visa Entry Regulations

Emna *********

asked Jun 9, 2026

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Hello I want to ask if someone faced any issues with getting a re-entry permit while in bkk airport or do they normally always give it if u have all your documents ready?

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Many expats have successfully obtained re-entry permits at Bangkok Airport when they have the necessary documents, such as a passport and a fee (around 1000-1200 baht). However, issues may arise if travelers are on certain visas (like tourist visas) or attending language schools, as immigration can be strict in those cases. Documentation about internships, study programs, or other legitimate reasons for staying in Thailand can support the application. It's generally advisable to have all required documents ready to facilitate the process.

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Stephen ********

What documents? Just need passport and 1200 cash

5 months ago

Emna *********

Stephen Howell I thought it’s just 1000 bhat

5 months ago

Bob **********

Emna Majdoub if you have your documents 1000

5 months ago

Ron ********

Emna Majdoub Hughe difference🤣

5 months ago

Stephen ********

Emna Majdoub It's 1000 if you have the completed form and passport photos. Otherwise just passport and 1200 baht

5 months ago

Stephen ********

Emna Majdoub Yes of course

5 months ago

Joiner *****

Emna Majdoub its air side in the airports

Just ask anyone where it is, go to desk then wait about 20 minutes for re entry stamp

5 months ago

Emna *********

Stephen Howell and usually no problem I can get it right?

5 months ago

Brandon ************

The only reason they might not issue a re-entry permit is if you're only in Thailand as a tourist. Sometimes they do not want to issue if you ask (as it normally doesn't make sense).

I've also heard that Phuket will sometimes not allow multiple re-entry permits but will allow single.

5 months ago

Emna *********

@Brandon ***********

I have one single entry visa (non-ED)

5 months ago

Brandon ************

@Emna ********

Is it for university, or is it for language school/muay Thai? If it's from a university you should be fine. But if it's from a language school, you should NEVER leave Thailand while studying at a language school. Immigration does not like kindly on people who said they needed to study so badly inside of Thailand that they need a visa to study, and then those same people leave Thailand. Many reports of people denied entry even with tons of supporting documents and the immigration officers calling their school and talking to the administrator.

5 months ago

Brandon ************

@Emna ********

probably okay then. Just make sure you have documentation about your internship with you when you try to return

5 months ago

Emna *********

@Brandon ***********

it’s for an internship

5 months ago