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Can I extend my e-visa in Thailand more than once or do I need to do a border run after my first extension?

Jan 28, 2023
3 years ago
Vincent *****
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I'm in Thailand at the moment for 86 days. I have a 60 days e-visa. Extend it with 30 days by the immigration office.

Can you only extend it once? I'm thinking of staying one month longer. Or is the borderrun the only option after the first 30 days extend?

Thanks in advance!
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A 60-day e-visa can be extended once for an additional 30 days at an immigration office in Thailand. After this extension, you're required to leave the country unless you qualify for alternative extensions related to family ties (like having a Thai spouse or child). For further stays beyond the initial 90 days, border runs or visa exemptions may be necessary.
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Graham ******
Do you have a Thai wife or a Thai child because, if so, that is the extension you can apply for (60 days)? If not you have to leave and re-enter.
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Phil ******
@Vincent ****
extend for 1900 baht. Then fly out and return to get a 45 days Visa exemption. Then buy another one for 30 days. This is if your passport is from one of the approved countries.... here's a list

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Steve *******
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No need to fly out, any border crossing will do.
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Steve *******
Yep. I guess it's how close to a border crossing you are as to what's easiest.
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Phil ******
@Steve ******
thank you Steve andsure. I found the flight as cheap for my 90 day b visa as land borders and it was easy.
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Paul ********
Border Run!! 45 Day's
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Brandon ************
Only one extension. You have to leave the country at the end of the 90 days.
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