Can I extend my Non-Immigrant O visa at the Thai Embassy in Spain if I'm currently outside Thailand?

Non-Immigrant O Visa Visa Extension Thai Embassy COVID-19 Permanent Residency Work Permit Immigration Rules

August 8, 2021

3 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

I am currently on the 4th extension of my non-immigrant O visa (marriage), next 1-year extension is due by December 3rd, but due to the COVID situation i will be in Spain by then (leaving in Sept, coming back Jan - Feb). Is it possible to do the next extension at the Thai Embassy in Spain or will i have to apply for a new non-O visa in Spain? I understand this doesnt make much sense as it is an extension of stay while im not in the country but Im asking this for the implications this has (in case i want to apply for PR, thai nationality, etc... as i need a minimum of 3 extensions of the current non-O visa, and i'd have to start the count from zero once again). Thanks

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The individual in question is seeking to extend their Non-Immigrant O visa (marriage) while being outside of Thailand due to COVID-19. It was clarified that extensions can only be processed at immigration offices in Thailand, and attempting to extend from abroad is not possible. Instead, they would need to apply for a new Non-O visa upon returning to Thailand, which would reset the count for the required extensions needed for permanent residency.

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Lloyd ********

What about your work permit too? Presume if you are wanting to apply for PR you are working ?

3 years ago

Khun ******

ORIGINAL POSTER

Ok, thank you for the info 😔, nothing i can do then

3 years ago

Benjamin ******

@Khun *****

My advice, just ask the immigration office office. Maybe you can get lucky and get it extended very early.

3 years ago

Khun ******

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@Benjamin *****

will do, thanks

3 years ago

Ellie *******

@Khun *****

, bring the proof that shows you are not in Thailand for a certain period. (air tickets for both trips. The open ticket wouldn't work..)

3 years ago

Khun ******

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@Ellie ******

ok will try, thanks for the advise

3 years ago

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Khun ******

Bobby ********

Extensions can only be carried out at an immigration office.

3 years ago

Benjamin ******

Sadly, you can not get an extension of stay outside the country. You'll have to get a new Non-O Visa based on marriage to a Thai national, and the "clock" to get PR will reset.

SOME immigration offices allow the extension of stay to be renewed 45 days early, and some may allow the extension of stay to be renewed earlier if there are very strong circumstances. I *doubt* there'll be any that will let you renew 90 days early (or thereabouts), but you are out of nothing to ask.

3 years ago

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Benjamin ******

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