Can I apply for a Non-B visa in Thailand after a COVID extension of stay?

Non-B Visa COVID Extension Visa Application Process Thai Immigration Chaengwattana Immigration Office

Jan 13, 2021

4 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Yesterday we went to CW in BKK to cancel our ED extension of stay and apply for the COVID after a lot of back and forth we received our under consideration stamp and will return on the 26th. 

While there we spoke to officers at counter M about applying for a non-b (business visa) after the COVID extension. We were told this wasn’t possible in country and they even spoke with a supervisor to confirm. 

Had anyone been able to successfully apply for a non-b in BKK coming from the COVID extension?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A user reports visiting the Chaengwattana Immigration Office in Bangkok to cancel their ED extension and apply for a COVID extension. They received an 'under consideration' stamp and were informed that applying for a Non-B (business) visa from within Thailand after a COVID extension isn't possible. This information was confirmed by a supervisor at the office. However, there is uncertainty among other users regarding the non-B visa application process, particularly about where to apply and the validity of the information received.

Saameer *******

Please share if you find a solution. Mixed messages someone says it possible and someone not. It would be interesting to understand if you are successful

4 years ago

Stephani ********

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@Saameer ******

we will absolutely keep you updated

4 years ago

Saameer *******

@Stephani *******

thanks

4 years ago

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Saameer *******

Tod *********

Unless I'm mistaken you don't apply for Non-Immigrant VISAS at counter M at Chaengwattana (that's who does extensions based on employment for something other than a teacher)

You apply for ALL types of in country Non-Immigrant visas in Section C-1

4 years ago

Stephani ********

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@Tod ********

that is really helpful. Appreciate the quick response and helpful direction.

4 years ago

Tod *********

@Stephani *******

I'd say when you go back to get your loop closed (change the "under consideration" stamp to the covid extension stamp) after you're done in Section N, go back to the queue counter get a queue for section C-1, go over there and wait your turn and then ask them.

Now be advised they are not the friendliest section out there and they're pretty much no-nonsense, BUT they should be able to give you a hand out that lists the requirements to get an in country 90 day Non-B visa

4 years ago

Stephani ********

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@Tod ********

thank you

4 years ago

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Stephani ********

James ********

You apparently have your answer ....as stated by Thai Immigration yesterday.

4 years ago

Stephani ********

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@James *******

the reason I posed the question is because as we all know it is common to see people receive different answers for the same applications. Just wanting to know if anyone has been successful with this transition.

4 years ago

James ********

@Stephani *******

that is why I allowed it to post.

Good Luck

4 years ago

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James ********

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