Written by the Thai Legal & Immigration legal team · Last reviewed · Editorial policy
When your passport is renewed, your valid Thai visa, extension and re-entry permit remain in the old passport. They must be formally transferred to the new passport at immigration before you travel or file your next report.
Your embassy must usually provide a letter confirming the passport replacement, and translations may be required.
What we handle
- Embassy letter coordination.
- Transfer of visa, extension and re-entry stamps.
- Lost or stolen passport procedure.
How the process works
Step 1
Embassy letter
We guide you on obtaining the confirmation letter.
Step 2
Transfer filing
Filing at immigration with both passports.
Not sure this route fits you?
Get a Free Preliminary Eligibility Review from our licensed team.
Why are applications refused, and how do we prepare?
| Common refusal reason | How we prepare |
|---|---|
| Visa left in the old passport | We transfer the stamps to your new passport. |
Counsel's note
Travelling on a new passport without completing the transfer may cause your extension to be treated as missing on exit.
Frequently asked
Is a transfer possible if my old passport was lost?
Do I need the transfer before my 90-day report?
Advice by nationality
Why clients choose us
Six licensed Thai attorneys
Including Notarial Services Attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand.
77 provinces covered
Offices in Bangkok and Khon Kaen with field representatives nationwide.
Your passport stays with you
We work from copies and only handle originals for filings you approve.
Honest assessment first
A Free Preliminary Eligibility Review tells you your options before any engagement.
Sources & references
- Thai Immigration Bureau (official portal) — checked 2026-11-03
General information only, not legal advice. Immigration decisions rest with the Thai authorities. See our disclaimer.