Re-entry permit at Suvanabhumi

[Oldgumshoe]

Morning all, can someone provide me with an update on the re-entry permit desk. I just read that in September the system was not functioning and those making application were directed to get a photo at the police station on a different level. Is the desk fully functional again or do I cover the bases and take photos and photo copies of relevant documents just to be safe. Thanks in advance.

[ubonjoe]

It was only a temporary problem. But I suggest you take at least one 4 X 6 cm photo with you in case they cannot do the photo.

[BritTim]

Machine still broken as of last Saturday. You need a photo, but photocopies not needed. They are still fast and efficient. Just allow an extra 30 minutes over what you would normally allow for your international flight (you must be through security at least an hour before the flight or they will not issue the reentry permit).

[Oldgumshoe]

Thank you for the replies, I am going out tomorrow night and have prepared a form just in case and have some passport photos also. Cheers and a Very Merry Christmas to all.

I shall give an update after I have been through the process.

[Oldgumshoe]

I arrived back and can inform all, that on December 24th the camera was still not working at the re-entry permit desk. I had the form filled out and a photo which pleased the officer no end. The whole process took a little more than 20 minutes. Happy New Year to all.

[jacksam]

I arrived back and can inform all, that on December 24th the camera was still not working at the re-entry permit desk. I had the form filled out and a photo which pleased the officer no end. The whole process took a little more than 20 minutes. Happy New Year to all.

Good move. Personally I can't understand why anyone would not take a completed form with photo attached to the airport.