Can an application for a visa extension be denied in Thailand after long-term stay?

Dec 24, 2017
7 years ago
Danny **********
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Has anyone ever heard of, once someone is already in-country (successful entry), getting an application for extension denied by the immigration office, based on long-term stay (5+ years, e.g. with 4 METVs over last 3 years)?
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The question addresses the possibility of having a visa extension application denied by Thai immigration for someone who has been living in the country for an extended period (5+ years) with multiple METV entries. Responses from the community suggest that while it is rare for such extensions to be denied, the decision ultimately lies with the immigration officer. Some users noted that denials can occur, particularly for tourist visas, and mentioned options like filing an appeal.
Steve *******
Im sure it has happened before, however it's extremley rare. Every entry into the country and extention of stay is at the discression of the Immigration officer.
Danny **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Yes, understood. :) I just have additional worries, because of my long extended stays in LOS. Two previous entries ago (earlier this year), the IO took 5 minutes and appeared to be typing in notes into the computer from a bunch of my passport pages.
Tod *********
I personally have never heard of a denial of extension on a tourist visa entry (but that doesn't mean it couldn't happen).

I imagine if it was denied they'd sell you the extension denied 7 days to get out of thailand stamp for 1900baht.

Also if a tourist visa extension was denied you could file an appeal.
Tod *********
what visa are you tryin' to get extended?
Danny **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
METV,
@T**
:)
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