Maintain Your Education Visa Status While Traveling Outside Thailand
If you are holding an Education Visa (Non-Immigrant ED Visa) and plan to leave Thailand temporarily, it is essential to apply for a Re-Entry Permit before you depart. Failing to do so may result in the automatic cancellation of your Education visa.
What is a Re-Entry Permit?
A Re-Entry Permit allows you to leave and re-enter Thailand without invalidating your current Education visa. It protects your Education Visa status, so you can resume your studies upon return without needing to apply for a new Education Visa.
Types of Re-entries Permits:
1. Single Re-Entry Permit
Valid for one-time travel
If you plan to leave Thailand once and return before your Education Visa expires
2. Multiple Re-Entry Permit
Valid for unlimited entries and exits during your visa period
Ideal for students who plan to travel frequently
How to Apply for a Re-Entry Permit
You can apply for a re-entry permit (Single Re-Entry Permit only for an Education Visa) at:
Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang Airport
(before departure)
Your local Immigration Office
Required Documents:
Completed TM.8 form
Your passport (with valid Education Visa)
A copy of the passport photo page, visa page, and latest entry stamp