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What happens if I overstay my visa in Thailand?
Overstay penalties are THB 500/day (max THB 20,000). Overstays of 90+ days can result in re-entry bans of 1-10 years depending on duration.
Detailed Answer
Thailand's overstay penalties under the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 (1979): **Financial penalties:** THB 500 per day, capped at THB 20,000. **Re-entry bans for voluntary surrender:** - 90+ days: 1-year ban - 1+ year: 3-year ban - 3+ years: 5-year ban - 5+ years: 10-year ban **If caught/arrested while overstaying:** - Under 1 year: 5-year ban - Over 1 year: 10-year ban **Additional consequences:** Possible detention, deportation at own expense, criminal charges in extreme cases, and a permanent record in the immigration system. Voluntary surrender at immigration before departure is strongly recommended over being caught. Some immigration offices allow payment of fines and departure on the same day.
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