Closure of the Phuket immigration office and the impact of holidays on visa processing
The Blue Tree Immigration Office in Phuket has closed indefinitely from October 19, 2026, due to staff shortages.
Information verified against official sources on 24 October 2026.
The Blue Tree Immigration Office in Phuket has closed indefinitely starting October 19, 2026, due to staff shortages. Foreigners should now visit the main immigration office in Phuket Town, which is experiencing an increase in visitor numbers. Additionally, October 23, 2026, marks Chulalongkorn Day (King Rama V Memorial Day) in Thailand, which is a national holiday, and government offices are generally closed. It is also specified that Thai immigration offices and Royal Thai Embassies are closed on weekends and public holidays, and visa processing times are calculated exclusively in business days. Submitting an application immediately before a weekend or holiday may increase waiting times.
Official source: Thaiger
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Last verified: 24.10.2026
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