Will my Retirement Visa and multi-entry stamp transfer to my new passport automatically at the airport in Thailand?

Retirement Visa Passport Renewal Visa Transfer Immigration Procedure Thailand Expat Suvarnabhumi Airport Chaengwattana Immigration

September 26, 2024

2 days ago

Richard ***********

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I just renewed my passport at the Australian Embassy in Bangkok.  I have a Retirement Visa and multi entry stamp in the old passport, which I still have on hand. I plan to present both old and new passport to the immigration officer to get stamped out of the country. Question is whether the existing, valid Retirement Visa and multiple entry stamp will be transferred to the new passport on the day of departure by Immigration?  I have a sinking feeling in my stomach that I will need to visit Chaengwattana to sort it out, prior to flying. Incidentally, I will exit via Suvarnabhumi before having to renew my current 90 Day Report, so that doesn't present any issues. Much appreciated to those who can offer their solid experience here. Cheers

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The community confirms that the existing valid Retirement Visa and multiple entry stamp will not be automatically transferred to the new passport by airport immigration. Instead, the immigration office that issued the stamps must handle the transfer. It is advisable to visit the Chaengwattana office for this purpose prior to departure. Some users also mentioned traveling with both the old and new passports may suffice at entry; however, there might be future implications for submitting the 90 Day Report with the new passport.

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Kenneth *******

I have received three new passports from the embassy. Then when I received them I won't to Immigration and they put the stamp on the new passport. you do not have to leave.

2 days ago

Richard ***********

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@Kenneth ******

- many thanks

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Andrew ********

Been there done that.

I was not required to do anything just travel with both your new and old passports and present them both at entry.

2 days ago

Richard ***********

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@Andrew *******

- damn, that's what I want to hear. Thank you, Andrew

2 days ago

Richard ***********

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The only problem I can possibly forsee is that the next online 90 Day Report may be rejected (though I imagine the new passport will be entered into the system upon arrival + the TM30 will reflect the new passport number, as well) 🤔

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Bob **********

You’ll have to go to your immigration office to get them transferred

2 days ago

Richard ***********

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Thanks all, question answered 🙏

2 days ago

Brad **********

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