Will I face issues leaving Thailand if I overstay my visa by 5 days for a vipassana retreat?

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Jan 18, 2019

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I've just gotten confirmation to attend a vipassana retreat while I'll be in Chiang Mai- however, with the way the dates are set up, it will mean I overstay my permitted visa by 5 days. Should I have any trouble on my way out as long as I'm willing to pay the 2,500 overstay fee?

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The user inquired about the potential troubles they might face when leaving Thailand after overstaying their visa by 5 days for the purpose of attending a vipassana retreat in Chiang Mai. They mentioned being prepared to pay the customary overstay fee.

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