Can I apply for a one-year extension of my Non-Immigrant O-A visa in Thailand before my first year ends?

Non-Immigrant O-A Visa Visa Extension Thailand Retirement Visa Re-Entry Permit Visa Regulations

Jan 8, 2018

7 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

I have a non-inmigrant O-A VISA based on retirement,issued 16 Aug 17. Date enter before 15 Aug 18. As far as I know, if I leave the country and I re-enter 14 Aug 18 I will be authorised to extend my stay one year more ((until 13 Aug 19).

Can I apply for a one -year extension of the VISA in that year(for exemple July 19) or must I apply for that extension before my first year stay here will be finished?

Thanks for the help.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user inquires about the timeline for applying for an extension on their Non-Immigrant O-A retirement visa, specifically if they can file for a one-year extension after the first year of stay has almost concluded. Responses clarify that the extension can be applied for before the initial one-year period ends, and it is advised to apply around July/August 2019. Additionally, it is important to note that a re-entry permit will be necessary if leaving the country after receiving the extension.

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Joaquin ***********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thanks a lot. Clear and concise

7 years ago

Tod *********

Remember though, once you get that "second year", if you needed to leave the country and come back you'd have to have a re-entry permit.

7 years ago

Tod *********

if the dates you quoted are correct (and you exit/re-enter just prior to your "enter before" date on the visa itself) you wouldn't need to apply for a yearly extension until July/August 2019.

7 years ago

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