Will I face issues re-entering Thailand on an education visa after traveling for Christmas?

Thailand education visa COVID-19 travel restrictions re-entry permit travel advice for expats extension of stay Thai consulate services

Nov 29, 2021

3 years ago

Naomi ******

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Hi, quick question. I know during the worst of covid they weren't letting people in with education visas. I am currently in country with an education visa from Chiang Mai University (extension of stay) and I plan to leave the country for Christmas. I'll of course get a re-entry permit but as things stand at the moment, am I likely to have any issues getting back in with the extension of stay based on education?

Also, how long are re-entry permits valid for? Is it normally in line with your extension of stay date?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is concerned about re-entering Thailand with an education visa after traveling for Christmas, considering previous restrictions during COVID-19. Comments indicate that obtaining a Thailand Pass is advisable to avoid potential changes in entry requirements. There's a consensus that re-entry permits are valid for the duration of the current extension of stay, and individuals with valid re-entry permits can currently enter the country.

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

I would say try to get your Thailand Pass before you even leave to stay grandfathered in potentially if there are changes, but at the same time be ready to return on very short 2-3 days notice as they usually give a few days warning for changes.

3 years ago

Naomi ******

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thanks, good advice

James ********

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James ********

My advice...DO NOT LEAVE THAILAND. With the current COVID situation in flux...not a good time to leave and return.

Be prepared to stay out an extended time.

3 years ago

Naomi ******

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@James *******

lol probably good advice. I am debating it with the new variant but I haven't seen my family in over 2 years.

3 years ago

Evie *****

@Naomi *****

mate we havent seen our son who is in phuket for 2 years but we are waiting it out and doing facetime on computer's each week, hekps a lot

3 years ago

James ********

@Naomi *****

Its your choice to make. Best Wishes

3 years ago

Naomi ******

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@James *******

Thank you 😊🙏

3 years ago

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Naomi ******

Tod *********

A re-entry permit is good for as long as your current extension is good for AND people can now enter the country on existing ED visa/extensions w/valid re-entry permits AND they can buy an ED visa from the thai consulate in their country before they come here and get in as well.

You will meet the entry requirements in place to get IN to thailand when you come back

3 years ago

Naomi ******

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@Tod ********

thanks so much! I thought that was the case but wanted to be certain 🙏😊

3 years ago

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Naomi ******

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