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Will I get a physical stamp in my passport when entering Thailand with a Non-O visa using e-gates?

Nov 22, 2025
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John ********
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Returning to Thailand on a non o based on visiting family on 25th Nov 2025 ! With the new e-gates my passport won't get stamped ! Is there a way to get a physical stamp , as banks , driving license applications ect need to see visa status and don't often accept printed copy of visa !
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TLDR : Answer Summary
When entering Thailand on a Non-O visa based on visiting family, travelers will still receive a physical stamp in their passport, even when using e-gates at the airport. It is advised to print the e-visa received from the Thai consulate, as banks and other institutions may require to see a physical copy of the visa status, and they might not accept a printed one.
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Dca *****
At Thai Airports, particularly at Suvarnabhumi Airport where there are Thai Immigration ABC E–Gates in use, a passenger does not have to use the E–Gates....
David ******
They stamp Non O in your Visa Page of your passport. With appropriate exit date.
Tony *******
Also print the e visa the Thai consulate sent you, bank will ask to see it as well
Brandon ************
The automated gates are only for exiting Thailand. You'll still be seeing an officer and getting a stamp in your passport for entry.
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