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Can a Non-B visa be obtained from a Visa on Arrival in Thailand?
Hi all. Is it possible to a non-B visa from a visa on arrival? Do you still have to leave the country to apply for it? TIA
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It is not possible to convert a Visa on Arrival directly into a Non-B visa in Thailand. However, it is possible to change a Visa Exempt Entry to a Non-B visa, provided that all the requirements are met. Individuals should consult with their employer and the local Immigration Office for detailed guidance on this process.
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Thomas *********
If this helps at all , I just received a Non-B ( teaching ) from a covid extension ( original entry visa exempt )
James ********
For what purpose is the Non B?
Business or teaching ?
Business or teaching ?
Robert *******
I guess you mean a 30 day Visa Exempt Entry and not the 15 day Visa on Arrival.
It is possible to convert to a Non Immigrant visa from a Visa Exempt Entry but you need to meet all requirements.
Please talk with the employer and the local Immigration Office to see it all can meet these requirements
It is possible to convert to a Non Immigrant visa from a Visa Exempt Entry but you need to meet all requirements.
Please talk with the employer and the local Immigration Office to see it all can meet these requirements
Wikus *********
OP@Robert ******
what is a visa exempt entry visa?Keith **************
@Wikus ********
you are from South Africa so you arrive as a visa exempt short stay tourist with 30 days entry into Thailand. Its not a visa on arrival. Visa exempt means exactly what it says - without a visa ;)Keith **************
@Wikus ********
once by 30 days at a cost of 1900 Baht from any immigration office. So total max stay is 60 days (30 days + 30 days extension allowed once only)Wikus *********
OP@Keith *************
And you can extend it how many times?Wikus *********
OP@Keith *************
thank youRobert *******
@Wikus ********
It is not a visa, it is a way to visit Thailand without buying a visa before you visit Thailand. On entry you get from the Immigration Officer a stamp in your passport with a 30 day Admitted to Stay.Robert *******
@Wikus ********
There are no changes, so do not get confused. Talk with your employer and Immigration to see if all can meet the requirements.Wikus *********
OP@Robert ******
Ah ok and it is possible to apply for a non-b within the country? All these visa changes got me confused.
Lloyd ********
Visa on arrival - no
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