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@Jozef ********
If he had had a visa, but he didn't, read the post. And as he had been living here for years, if he did actually have a visa, it would have been multi entry so would not have required a re-entry permit. :-)
Lloyd ********
"What Now? his retirement visa expires in November 2024. ", nope, that extension is gone, done, dusted. Your friend needs to start the process all over again.
Lloyd ********
No, your visa long expired, you are now on an extension of stay. Similar to the photo below.
Lloyd ********
If however you are on an extension of stay and you get your ducks in a row, you could cancel your extension ahead of time, and then hopefully your new school would have all your paperwork ready to apply for a new extension (on the day your old extension expires) at your new office, (and of course work permit).
Lloyd ********
First off are you still on the actual VISA or an extension of stay?
Lloyd ********
You are eligible for the 60 day visa exempt entry, which can be extended by 30 days at your local immigration. No problem spending a few days in Laos and then coming back on another 60 day visa exempt entry.
Lloyd ********
OK, guessing you are actually asking about a yearly extension, if so, then yes immigration does offer that option, BUT check with your local office what their rules are regarding income.
Lloyd ********
Guessing you are over 50, so apply for a single entry Non-O (retirement/over 50) before you come to Thailand, then that gives you time to get your ducks in a row for the yearly extension when you are here.