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Overstay Resolution and Re-Entry Bans in Thailand
500 baht a day, capped at 20,000 — but the re-entry ban is what really needs planning.
Quick answer
Overstayers are fined 500 baht per day, capped at 20,000 baht. Those who surrender after overstaying 90 days or more face re-entry bans of 1–10 years by length; if arrested first, even under one year can mean a 5-year ban and over one year a 10-year ban. Preparing before departure reduces the risk of detention. Contact our team for a quotation.
Contact our team for a quotation — Contact our team for a quotation; overstay fines are paid directly to immigration at statutory rates. · Timeframe stated in the quotation
Who this is for
- Foreigners still in Thailand after their permission expired
- People whose stay was cancelled after resignation or divorce
- Previously banned travellers checking status before travel
What you receive
- Calculation of overstay length and the resulting ban
- Surrender and departure plan reducing detention risk
- Review of in-country status options where the law allows
- Representation where a Thai spouse or child is involved
Documents to prepare
- Passport and latest stamps
- Outbound flight ticket
- Thai family documents, if any
How it works
3-step process
- 1
Measure the overstay
Count from the actual permitted-stay date, not the visa's printed expiry — they often differ.
- 2
Choose the route
Surrender at the departure checkpoint with the fine paid, or regularise in-country where special conditions apply.
- 3
Plan the return
Confirm the ban period and prepare the right new visa once it ends.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does a one- or two-day overstay matter?
It costs 500 baht a day and is recorded; it is below the ban threshold but may draw more questions at your next entry.
How are self-surrender bans calculated?
Over 90 days: 1 year; over 1 year: 3 years; over 3 years: 5 years; over 5 years: 10 years, per the Interior Ministry order. Check the latest notice before travelling.
Can a lawyer lift a ban?
No one can guarantee removal; any waiver is at the authority's discretion. We help prepare the supporting case only.
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Written by: Thai Law & Accounting Services — attorneys and licensed accountants
Reviewed by: Reviewed by a Notarial Services Attorney registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand.
Last updated: 2026-08
Information as of August 2026. Government fees and processing times change — verify with the relevant agency before acting, or let our team verify for you.