vagabond48 Posted September 18, 2008 Share Posted September 18, 2008 I am going to Laos in a few days and might spend up the 30 days allowed (optional) but I just remembered that my passport which expires on April 18th 2009 will have less than 6 months left if I were to return to Thailand after Oct 17th (?). It would less than 6 months by 2 to 3 days. Would I have a problem at the Thai border? I am planning to get a new passport in November/December just before I apply for my 1st extension. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mario2008 Posted September 18, 2008 Share Posted September 18, 2008 That would always depend on the immigration officer. But why risk it? Just come back a few days before, to be on the safe side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_Pat_Pong Posted September 18, 2008 Share Posted September 18, 2008 That would always depend on the immigration officer. But why risk it? Just come back a few days before, to be on the safe side. Good advice Mario. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
visarunner Posted September 18, 2008 Share Posted September 18, 2008 I am going to Laos in a few days and might spend up the 30 days allowed (optional) but I just remembered that my passport which expires on April 18th 2009 will have less than 6 months left if I were to return to Thailand after Oct 17th (?). It would less than 6 months by 2 to 3 days. Would I have a problem at the Thai border? I am planning to get a new passport in November/December just before I apply for my 1st extension. The 6month validity is only required if you plan to apply for a Visa at the Embassy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vagabond48 Posted September 18, 2008 Author Share Posted September 18, 2008 I didn't plan on staying the full 30 days, that's why I inserted "(optional)". I just wanted to know my options if I thought it was worth using the full 30 days. There seems to be 2 opinions here. Will the real answer please stand up. Just so you know, I am not getting a visa. I am just doing a long border run riding around on my bicycle and returning on my existing visa type "O" non-Immigr. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maestro Posted September 18, 2008 Share Posted September 18, 2008 ...Will the real answer please stand up. ... This was the real answer: That would always depend on the immigration officer... -- Maestro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitty9 Posted September 21, 2008 Share Posted September 21, 2008 (edited) I am Malaysian and my visa has expired for a bout 8 days now, I didn't notice until yesterday. I am very worri because I've been told I need to pay 500baht each day? I have not much money left and I can't afford to pay that much fine, do have any idea so I could reduce the fine? This is my first time overstay in foreign country I am very worry could you please give me some advice? I just want to leave Thailand as soon as possible Thanks a lot Kitty9 Edited September 21, 2008 by Maestro Deleted unrelated quote - Maestro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mario2008 Posted September 21, 2008 Share Posted September 21, 2008 Fine is 500 baht for each day, just leave as soon as possible. There is no way to reduce the fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2008bangkok Posted September 22, 2008 Share Posted September 22, 2008 I had a mate that had 2 weeks left on his passport and they let him through no problem so i wouldn't worry about that to much go and enjoy ya 30 days(optional) in laos.. **inappropriate comment removed** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apetley Posted September 22, 2008 Share Posted September 22, 2008 I asked an Immigration officer at Mae Sot when I was on a 90 day border run if they would let me back into Thailand with less than 6 months remaining on my passport and they said no. Some may let you back in, others may not. IMO it's not worth the risk. If you get a new passport it should be dated from the expiry of your old one so you will not 'lose' any time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astral Posted September 22, 2008 Share Posted September 22, 2008 I asked an Immigration officer at Mae Sot when I was on a 90 day border run if they would let me back into Thailand with less than 6 months remaining on my passport and they said no. Some may let you back in, others may not. IMO it's not worth the risk. It is questionable whether the country you are visiting will allow you entry. Get a new passport asap. If you get a new passport it should be dated from the expiry of your old one so you will not 'lose' any time. Not necessarily true. It depends on the issuing country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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