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Can an Australian passport holder extend their 60-day visa-free entry in Thailand without a border run?

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Looking for some advice on the Visa free possibility of extension.

Australian passport holder landing in Thailand for the first time, expecting to receive 60 day stamp.

Is it possible to pay for extension at immigration without doing border run?

Thank you in advance. 🙏
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An Australian passport holder entering Thailand is allowed a 60-day visa-exempt entry. It is possible to apply for a 30-day extension at immigration without leaving the country, though approval is at the discretion of immigration authorities. A TM30 form may be required for the extension process.
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You can apply for a 30-day tourist extension, after that you would need to leave.
Phil ******
Phil ******
@Richard ******
after 60 day Visa Exempt entry you can apply for another extension. Its up to immigration to grant it. Make sure you have a tm30. Hes a utube to watch

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