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Voluntary Repatriation is the safe and dignified return of any refugee and asylum-seeker to their country of origin based on a free and informed choice.
Decision to return is strictly voluntary, and the refugee and asylum-seeker is free to change their minds at anytime.
Presently there are no programs to provide financial assistance to refugees and asylum seekers to return to their country of origin. However, for refugee and asylum-seeker interested to return, UNHCR will provide information regarding the situation in one’s country of origin and the information on exit formalities.
Please note that if it is considered too dangerous to return home, UNHCR will advise against return under such conditions.
How can I leave Thailand legally for resettlement or voluntary repatriation if I entered illegally or overstayed my visa? ⬇️
If you come to Thailand without legal or valid travel documents, you must go to the immigration officials to prosecute immigration violations before you can leave. You will have to pay the fine according to the court verdict, with a maximum fine of 20,000 Baht per person. Individuals may be detained for up to five working days (or less) at the Immigration Detention Centre (IDC) in Bangkok before departure. Children under the age of 14 are not required to be detained at the IDC before departure.
If you entered Thailand legally and have a valid passport but overstayed your visa, you can pay an overstay fine to immigration officials at the airport on the day you leave. The fine is 500 Baht per person above 15 years of age per day overstayed, with a maximum fine of 20,000 Baht per person.
