Can I change a tourist visa (TR) to a non-B visa within Thailand?

Sep 5, 2018
6 years ago
Elisa *******
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Is it possible to do a Visa change from TR to a non B inside of Thailand ? Various embassy sites say it can be done in Bangkok.
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Yes, it is possible to change from a Tourist Visa (TR) to a Non-B visa inside Thailand, but there are specific requirements. Your employer may need to contact the local immigration office for guidance, as not all offices allow this conversion. Moreover, there must be at least 15 days remaining on your current stay for the process to proceed. It's recommended to have your employer handle the necessary paperwork and visit the immigration office together to ensure compliance with all requirements.
Elisa *******
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i have till nov 19 on the visa. have to extend oct 24.
Tod *********
I think your employer should contact the immigration office down there and see if they can do a conversion from a tourist visa to a 90 day Non-B inside the country. Some immigration offices can't/won't do it.
Samir ******
I've tried doing it in Bangkok, but they said there must be at least 15 days remaining on my current stay
Khurrum ********
Some say 27 days
Robert *******
That is correct, some other offices it is 21 days.
Kari ********
Yes, I've done it a few times already but luckily for me, my school did all of the paperwork.
Elisa *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
thanks.
Robert *******
Yes, but you need a minimum of days on your current stay and your employer needs to meet all the requirements of Immigration. To know this all best is to visit with your employer the immigration office in your area.
Elisa *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
thanks I am in Samui.
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