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What should I do if I forgot to get my re-entry permit while on a trailing spouse extension in Thailand?
I stupidly forgot to get my re-entry permit when I left Thailand.. 🙈 I was on trailing spouse extension of stay, what do I do when I return? Thanks in advance 🙏
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If you forgot to obtain a re-entry permit while on a trailing spouse extension of stay in Thailand, you will unfortunately need to start the process over again as your visa is now void. It is generally advised to apply for a multi-re-entry permit at the same time you get your visa extension in the future to avoid this issue. When you return to Thailand, you might have to enter on a visa-exempt basis or apply for a new Non-O visa, but it's essential that your spouse is in Thailand to assist with the re-application process.
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Bruno ********
Unfortunately you loose your visa
Rob *********
I did the same
There is one way
Had visa 3 years through a certain group no problems
There is one way
Had visa 3 years through a certain group no problems
Brook ********
Every year when you extend your visa, purchase a multi reentry permit at the same time.
Cheap insurance.
Cheap insurance.
Rob *********
How old are you
Bob **********
Start again good luck as most neighboring countries don’t issue that visa any more
Mario *********
This is like saying i forgot to buy my way back plane ticket
Dca *****
is a Trailing Spouse Non–O E–Visa available at any Thai Embassy/Consulate nowadays??
John **********
@Dca ****
that will depend on what her husband is on. If he's on a Non-O for retirement it's highly unlikely but if he's on something else it may be possible
Jonathan *********
Start over, from the very beginning.
Michael ********
I would recommend to you, in future, that whenever you get an extension of stay, get a multi-re-entry on that same day. This is what I do, so I never forget.
Melissa *********
@Michael *******
same for me
Andrew *********
Start again.
Santos ********
Positive thinking..now you know how!
Andrew ***********
Reapply from the start.
John **********
Your visa/extension is now void so you'll need to start over by applying for a new Non-O visa if you can. What visa is your spouse on?
Melanie **********
OPI had thought as much... Thanks for the responses... I'm so cross with myself. So I just come back in visa exempt. Can I start the process while my husband is away? Or does he need to be in the country?
John **********
@Melanie *********
what visa/extension is your husband on?
Mikkel *******
@Melanie *********
he needs to be in Thailand with you.
Lisa ***************
Start from scratch
Jacob *********
Start again.
Nadine ********
Unfortunately, there’s nothing you can do. You need to apply for an entire new Visa because yours is now invalid.
Greg ***********
@Nadine *******
she didn't have a visa. She was on an extended stay permit. And yes,she has to apply for the visa, againNadine ********
@Greg **********
sorry I should’ve said she needs to go through the entire process again.Greg ***********
@Nadine *******
which remains a BIG question, as many embassies have discontinued issuing "trailing spouse Non-Imm-O visa" if the husband doesn't hold an Extension out of a minimum of a Non-Imm-O/A visa by himself (a Non-O not being accepted in this case)
Peter *******
Your visa has now expired afraid as other have said you have to start the process all over again
Greg ***********
@Peter ******
she didn't have a visa. She was on an extended stay permit. And yes,she has to apply for the visa, againPeter *******
@Greg **********
yes correct she was on extension of stay but is the same result it is now gone and she has to start over. Nearly did the same myself once.
Fath ********
Start the process all over again, sadly 😥
Bill **********
@Fath *******
been there....done that!
Lloyd ********
Repeat the whole process all over again
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