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Can I change my visa on arrival to a tourist visa in Thailand?

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Jan 11, 2019

7 years ago

Ralph ********

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I arrived in Bangkok on 4 January and got a visa on arrival with my Swiss passport. Is there any way I can change this to a tourist visa or just stay 45 days rather than 30?? Think not but  hoping... Thanks for your insights!

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The user arrived in Bangkok on a visa on arrival and inquires about the possibility of converting it to a tourist visa or extending their stay from 30 to 45 days.

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