Leaving Thailand on an extension? Get a re-entry permit first
If you hold an extension of stay and want to leave Thailand and return without losing it, you need a re-entry permit first. This guide covers the two types, the fees and where to get one.
- Single re-entry
- 1,000 THB, one trip out and back
- Multiple re-entry
- 3,800 THB, valid for the period set on the permit
- Form
- TM.8 plus a 4x6 photo
- Where
- Immigration offices, in Bangkok the Government Complex at Chaeng Watthana (Mon-Fri, 8:30 to 16:30), and Suvarnabhumi Airport for single permits (24 hours per the Board of Investment)
- If you skip it
- Your visa or extension of stay is cancelled when you leave and you need a new visa
- Not found
- We found no source confirming that re-entry permits can be applied for online, and no official statement on visa-exempt stays
One source mentions single permits at Don Mueang, Chiang Mai and Phuket airports and a 200 THB airport fee. We could not confirm this, so check on the day.
Sources: Board of Investment OSOS: re-entry permit FAQ · Thailand Starter Kit: re-entry permit
A single re-entry permit costs 1,000 THB and a multiple permit 3,800 THB. Apply with form TM.8 at an immigration office before you leave, or for a single permit at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Leaving Thailand without one cancels your extension of stay.
Who needs a re-entry permit
Anyone who holds an extension of stay, for example on a retirement or marriage basis, and wants to leave Thailand and come back without losing it. If you are unsure whether your situation needs one, ask immigration before you travel: the consequence of getting it wrong is a cancelled stay.
The LTR visa includes a re-entry permit exemption according to the LTR site of the Board of Investment, so LTR holders do not apply separately.
Single or multiple
| Single | Multiple | |
|---|---|---|
| Fee | 1,000 THB | 3,800 THB |
| Use | One exit and re-entry | Unlimited exits and re-entries during the validity |
| Where | Immigration office, or Suvarnabhumi Airport | Immigration office |
If you plan more than three trips during your extension, the multiple permit is cheaper. Use the fee calculator to compare.
How to apply
- Fill in form TM.8 and attach a 4x6 photo.
- Bring your passport and the page with your current extension stamp.
- Apply at an immigration office, in Bangkok the Government Complex at Chaeng Watthana, on a weekday before your flight. Allow time for the queue.
- Pay the fee in cash and check that the permit stamp is in your passport before you leave.
What happens without it
Sources
- BOI One Stop Service: About re-entry permit - government
- Thailand Starter Kit: Thailand re-entry permit - 18 September 2026
- ThaiLawOnline: extension of stay - 28 September 2026
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Thailand re-entry permit?
1,000 THB for a single permit and 3,800 THB for a multiple permit.
Can I get a re-entry permit at the airport?
A single permit is available at Suvarnabhumi Airport, 24 hours according to the Board of Investment. Other airports were mentioned by one source only.
Do I need a re-entry permit on a tourist stay?
The sources we read describe re-entry permits for extensions of stay and limited-entry visas. We found no official statement for visa-exempt stays, so ask immigration if unsure.
Can I apply online?
We found no source confirming an online application.
Does the LTR visa need one?
No. According to the Board of Investment the LTR includes a re-entry permit exemption.
Keep planning
Travelling soon on an extension?
Tell us your dates and visa type and we will check whether you need a permit and which one.