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Can I book an online appointment at immigration for extending a visa-exemption stay in Thailand?

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Jul 8, 2024

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Alex ***********

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Is it possible to book an appointment at immigration online for extending your stay with visa-exemption? 

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If so, which of the branches and group of service should you use? (The options you see once you click the "Queue Online" link)

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Yes, you can book an appointment online at immigration for extending your stay under visa exemption at IT Square Laksi Plaza, specifically for tourism reasons. However, you might find that appointments fill up quickly, so it's advisable to check availability early. If online slots are fully booked, you may need to visit in person and join the queue. It’s suggested to arrive early, ideally just before opening, to avoid long waits. For extensions, you can also utilize the eExtension service provided by VFS Global, though this incurs additional fees. Ensure your TM30 filing aligns with your chosen immigration office location, especially if you plan to seek your extension in Chiang Mai.

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Booked an appointment. Was finished in less than an hour.

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Alex ***********

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@San *************

is this for a 30 day extension for visa exemption stay?

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Tod *********

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that is the eEXTENSION service offered by VFS global which charges a FEE depending on how fast you want your extension approved.

The cheapest price point is 500 baht PLUS the 1900baht for the extension). You apply, upload the documents, get the approval then you go to the eExtension office (which is NOT at IT Square) but out at the government complex where the main immigration office is) on the floor above it

READ the FAQ's on the link that San jumped you and you will see how the eExtension process works

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Alex ***********

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I'm confused as to whether Stamping Location refers to where I received my initial stamp (the airport) or where I'd like to receive my extension.

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Ellie *******

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, if you are using eExtensioin, please contact to VFS directly. This group doesn't support applications for commercial services (i.e, eExtension) even under the Thai government.

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Brandon ************

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I'm not sure what you're asking and it doesn't matter. As long as your most recent TM30 filed for you matches the province of the immigration office you go to apply for your extension, you should be able to get it there. Also Chiang Mai let's you apply when you have 45 days or less left.

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Alex ***********

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Good idea. So which one of these means where I will receive my extension...

Applying Location

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Stamping Location

As I'll need to change it to Chiang Mai.

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Alex ***********

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does it matter how late I leave the appointment provided by this service? E.g. does leaving it closer to my stamp end date potentially cause me any problems?

As I'm planning to visit Chiang Mai next week for maybe 7 days. Would it be okay to book the appointment for when I return? Or is it best to do it sooner? (I've only used 3 days out of 30 so far)

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Tod *********

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doesn't matter when you do the extension, it's added to the expiration date of your current entry stamp

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Tod *********

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why not just get the extension in Chiang Mai? You can use the TM30 from the place you're staying up there and go to one of two immigration offices the main one by the airport or the one in Central Festival Mall

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San **************

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that’s what I did. You’ll need to check site for options.

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Tod *********

Looks like you're going to just have to show up, queue up with the zombie horde and get thru the process.

You want to go here

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Alex ***********

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looks like it! Any ideas on when might be the best time to go for the quietest time? Maybe first thing when they open?

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Tod *********

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it's in a mall so if you go there before the mall opens, you can get in the door on the front of the building (the side that faces Chaengwattana Road) on the ground floor (actually you go in the loading dock door) to enter by the 7 Eleven.

Then you can walk to the left, take the lift up to the 3 floor (they have a label on the lift buttons so you know where you go (Counter K) and that will get you up there to queue up before the regular mall doors open

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Michael ********

Last time I was there before opening time the buildings aircon was switched off. Be ready for a sweaty wait.

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Brandon ************

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yes, first thing a little before they open even, and not on a Monday or Friday (or any day before or after they are closed if there's a holiday)

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Tod *********

unfortunately it would appear that ALL the appts for July are filled 😮

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there's only Aug 7 available for booking right now

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Tod *********

Visa exempt entry extensions in Bangkok are done at IT Square Laksi Plaza

So you choose that choice and tourism for the reason

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Alex ***********

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amazing, thanks!

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