OA Visa query

[iamkanga]

Hi guys I put the below questions to the Thai Consulate in Sydney and got a reply talking about 90 day reporting. So I am hoping someone here may have specific experience to be able to answer my questions?

 

I currently staying in Thailand on an OA visa issued in Australia and have a few questions regarding exiting and re entering Thailand.

 

1 Once I exit Thailand on OA visa after a 6 month stay in Thailand, my understanding on re entering Thailand my passport will be stamped for 1 year from my new entry date. Is this correct? (understanding that is at the discretion of the immigration officer).

 

2 Assuming the above is correct and if I return to Australia whilst within this 1 year extension, can I re apply for a new visa in Australia on returning or is it necessary to wait until this permission of entry expires. 

 

3 Again assuming the 1 year extension information is correct is the extension multiple entry also or do I need to apply to reenter Thailand and if so what procedure needs to be followed.

 

Sorry for the confusing questions it is just a number of different scenarios may unfold in the next 6-18 months and I would like to make sure I have the correct information to ensure a hassle free experience.

 

Cheers Kanga

[ubonjoe]

1. You will get a new one year entry every time you enter the country up to the enter before date (one year from the date of issue)  on your visa.

2. You don't get a an extension when your enter the country it is a new one year permit to stay every time you enter the country.

3. After the enter before date on your visa you will need to get a re-entry permit to keep your last entry valid when your enter the country after a trip out of the country.

At the end of that last one year entry you will need to apply for another OA visa at the embassy or apply for a one year extension of stay based upon retirement.

[iamkanga]

5 hours ago, ubonjoe said:

1. You will get a new one year entry every time you enter the country up to the enter before date (one year from the date of issue)  on your visa.

2. You don't get a an extension when your enter the country it is a new one year permit to stay every time you enter the country.

3. After the enter before date on your visa you will need to get a re-entry permit to keep your last entry valid when your enter the country after a trip out of the country.

At the end of that last one year entry you will need to apply for another OA visa at the embassy or apply for a one year extension of stay based upon retirement.

 

 

Thanks for the really thorough answer.  

 

So assuming I left the country for Australia after the enter before date and didn't get a reentry permit I would be able to reapply for an OA in Australia immediately?

 

Also am I right in assuming the one year extension is only available in Thailand and would have to satisfy the financial requirements eg 800000B etc for this.

 

Cheers for your help

[ubonjoe]

11 hours ago, iamkanga said:

So assuming I left the country for Australia after the enter before date and didn't get a reentry permit I would be able to reapply for an OA in Australia immediately?

 

Yes you could since your visa would of expired already.

11 hours ago, iamkanga said:

Also am I right in assuming the one year extension is only available in Thailand and would have to satisfy the financial requirements eg 800000B etc for this.

You would need 800k baht in a Thai bank for 60 days or proof of 65 baht income or a combination of the 2 totaling 800k baht.

[iamkanga]

2 hours ago, ubonjoe said:

Yes you could since your visa would of expired already.

You would need 800k baht in a Thai bank for 60 days or proof of 65 baht income or a combination of the 2 totaling 800k baht.

 

Thankyou. Your answers are spot on I really appreciate you taking the time.