Multiple Entry O-A Visa

[kenrich1]

I hold an O-A (Retirement) Visa. The expiration date on the visa is Sept. 19, 2011, one year from the application date. I have been in Thailand since last Nov. 5. I recently left Thailand for a one week stay in Hong Kong. When I returned the immigration officer stamped my passport admitted until 2 Mar. 2012. Can I return home to the USA and return without renewing my visa as long as I return before 2 Mar. 2012? Or do I have to renew my visa prior to 19 Sept. 2011?

[lopburi3]

Any return after original expiration date of visa (Sep 19) will require a re-entry permit to keep the then current stay alive. You can leave again and return on Sep 18 to get a new entry until Sep 2012 so would not have to start extensions until that date if you wish.

[InterestedObserver]

As said, take another trip and return before 19 September 2011 or get a re-entry permit and you are good to go until 2 March 2012. Just prior to March 2012 you can apply for a 1 year extension of stay based on retirement from immigration, if you meet the financial requirements, there is no need to get another visa.