What should I consider regarding my Non-O visa and re-entry to Thailand after a vacation as an American citizen?

Non-O Visa Re-entry Permit 90 Day Reporting TM30 Form Thai Immigration Rules Visa Extension Expat in Thailand

Oct 10, 2024

a month ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

As I often misunderstand Thai Immigration Rules I wanted to double check with the experts before I leave for vacation this month. 

I am an American citizen/passport holder. I have a current Thai Non-O visa and Extension of stay expiring in May 2025.

I will obtain a Re-entry Permit before I leave Thailand. 

My 90 day is not due before I leave. 

I will return Jan 2025. I don't know of anything else I need to do before Re-entry. I also believe my 90 starts upon arrival in Jan. 

Do I have everything correct?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

An American citizen with a Non-O visa and an extension of stay, expiring in May 2025, is inquiring about the necessary steps before leaving for a vacation and returning to Thailand. The person confirmed they will obtain a re-entry permit and believes their 90-day reporting begins upon arrival in January 2025. Community responses confirm that everything mentioned is correct and also advise on the importance of filing a TM30 form within 24 hours of returning and reporting to immigration if required.

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Galen *******

Because I know in advance that I will be leaving Thailand at least once a year, I will submit the re-entry application (stamp) immediately after my annual extension of stay. The days of exit and re-entry that must be entered in the application are completely non-binding.

a month ago

Wannikea *********

Just make sure a TM30 is filed when you return within 24hrs or so

a month ago

Bob **********

Your good to go sorry you have to spend time in the States and if your office is Jomtien and re turning with a re entry permit to the same address your TM30 is fine

a month ago

Dennis **********

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Bob *********

Thanks I am under Jomtien. Stateside will be 1st for wife and daughter. SeaWorld, Bush Gardens, 6 Flags Atlanta, Norfolk Beach front condo, Charleston golfing, yeppers terrible time. Oh forgot Florida Panhandle, Mississippi Gulf Coast and New Orleans.

a month ago

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Dennis **********

Mark ********

On arrival back in Thailand you may need to report to immigration (within 1-2 days) that you are living back at your on-file address. I believe not all provinces demand this, but mine does (I’m in Korat) so may be best to ask your immigration office before you go.

a month ago

Graham ******

@Mark *******

get in the habit of doing it online to make it as simple as possible

a month ago

Mark ********

@Graham *****

I do it online, so easy…..but 1st report after returning to Thailand must be in person.

a month ago

Seve ******

@Mark *******

correct