Dear Community!
This question may has been asked and answered before but I still dare to ask again.
Usually one is not allowed to stay longer in Thailand than 180 days per calendar year. I wonder if there are any exceptions and if it really depends on the officers at the immigration.
Since I arrived on Sept. 19th, my tourist visa expires on Nov. 17th and I could usually extend for 1 more month. But this would mean, I'd stay here longer than 180 days (and could be rejected?), since Sept. 19th was not the first time I arrived in Thailand this year.
Can anyone who's been staying in Thailand for a while speak out of experience?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The question addresses whether there is a rule limiting foreigners to a maximum stay of 180 days in Thailand per year. The community responses clarify that there is no formal rule enforcing this limit. Instead, tax residency considerations come into play after staying 180 days, impacting tax obligations rather than entry or extension approval. Opinions vary, but the consensus suggests that extensions for tourist visas are often granted without issue, and it is essential to handle immigration matters with the correct paperwork. Ultimately, individual circumstances and interactions with immigration officers may influence the outcomes for those seeking to extend their stay.