Can I apply for a third COVID extension on my visa in Thailand after previously holding a tourist visa and an ED visa?

COVID-19 visa extension Thailand immigration ED visa Non-immigrant visa tourist visa visa application process

Jan 26, 2022

3 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hi, I came to Thailand on a tourist visa one year ago, switched to ED now I'm on my second covid extension. From what I understand, it's unclear whether or not I could get a third one? Thank you

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is currently on their second COVID extension in Thailand after switching from a tourist to ED visa. They are seeking clarification on whether they can apply for a third COVID extension. Responses from the community suggest it may be possible to apply for another extension but warn of varying outcomes, including potential denial or approval based on immigration officer discretion. They also note the importance of being prepared for possible rejection and having a backup plan.

Ellie *******

Please be warned, and keep the conversation group-public.

3 years ago

Benjamin ******

i also don't see information about multiple entry tourist visa 🙄 but it's still a tourist visa

3 years ago

Max ********

In the case of foreigners entering the Kingdom by receiving a temporary visa (Non-Immigrant Visa), cannot request to stay in the Kingdom temporarily according to this letter. If wishing to temporarily stay in the Kingdom, have to proceed according to Order No.

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regarding criteria and conditions for considering an alien applying for a temporary stay in the Kingdom, dated June 30, 2014 and amended, and Immigration Order No. 138/ 2014 with subject: List of Documents Supporting Consideration in Case of Aliens Applying to Stay in the Kingdom for a Temporary Stay dated July 7, 2014.

The new order explicitly mentions whether you entered the Kingdom on the the Non-Immigrant visa, not what visa you had before the covid extension, so according to the new rule yes you can, however it is ultimately up to the immigration officer who is free to interpret and apply that rule however they like, or deny you if you they feel you are not stranded anyway, so no harm in trying but be prepared for rejection.

3 years ago

Bobby ********

When does your current stamp expire?

3 years ago

David *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

March 18th

3 years ago

Bobby ********

David McBryde. So you have a bit of time to monitor how the covid extensions will pan out over the next few weeks, and see how rigidly they apply the new orders. At least this way you'll know well in advance if you're going to be given your marching orders, or whether there's a glimmer of light

3 years ago

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Bobby ********

Ellie *******

What you may be able to do is try to apply for another one at the end of your current stamp.

The expected result might be one of these but not limited to,

- they deny the application and give you 7-days-to-leave (you would have no choice other than to leave)

- they don't accept your application, just turn you away (you can re-try if you can meet the requirements for another reason)

- they grant you the next extension

As Robert said, prepare Plan-B...

3 years ago

David *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thanks 🙂

3 years ago

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David *********

Robert *******

I understand the same,

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