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What should I do before leaving Thailand if I'm not obtaining a Re-entry Visa and my work contract is ending?

Sep 17, 2025
17 hours ago
Etienne ************
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Good day there! Can anyone perhaps give advice regarding the following: I have asked the company I currently work for, to have my contract terminated by end of September, as it now stands both my Visa and Work Permit will expire in beginning February 2026. I plan on returning to Thailand later next year for which I'll obviously have to go through the whole process again. Now my question: Is there anything I have to do now on my side before I fly out on 1 October 2025? Unlike other departures, I won't be getting the Re-entry Visa, so will that automatically terminate my stay here? Any advice or comments will be appreciated !
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user seeks advice on the necessary steps to take before leaving Thailand, as their work contract is ending and they will not be obtaining a Re-entry Visa when they depart on October 1, 2025. A comment advises that they should cancel their work permit and Extension of Stay to avoid future fines.
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Graham ******
You need to cancel your work permit and Extension of Stay (you're not on a visa) or face a possible fine of
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B in the future for leaving without cancelling
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