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Can I extend my Non Immigrant O visa or do I need to leave Thailand and re-enter on a tourist visa?

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Rebecca *************

asked Nov 9, 2026

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I have a Non Immigrant O visa visiting my non-Thai daughter who works in Thailand. I'm a little confused...am I not allowed to apply for an extension after the 90 days or do I need to leave the country and come back in on a tourist visa for 30 days? I am planning on staying until mid April and have my return flight booked for then any help or advice is appreciated.

Answer summary

The user inquires about extending their Non Immigrant O visa, currently visiting their daughter in Thailand. They are unsure if they can apply for an extension after 90 days or if they have to leave the country and return on a tourist visa. Comments suggest that while there is no option for a standard 30-day extension, they may obtain a 12-month extension by meeting certain requirements or re-enter Thailand using a border run after their 90-day period.

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Farang_A*********

I believe that you may need to be a little bit careful as you could be asked to show proof of onward travel before your 90 day visa runs out.

a day ago

Rebecca *************

Yeah I may end up booking my flight earlier than I wanted too.

a day ago

Jan ******************

Rebecca Evans-Arden A Non-O visa is exempt from onward ticket requirements.

a day ago

Farang_A*********

Jan Kenneth Nesland that's good to know, thank you for that

a day ago

Wannikea *********

Enter on the Non O, stay 90 days, border bounce and return on 30 days exempt, extend 30 days, voila five months.

a day ago

Rebecca *************

Wannikea Wanblee Thank you...that is looking like the plan now 😒

a day ago

Jan ******************

A Non-O visa doesn’t qualify for the standard 30-day tourist extension. Only a one-year extension is available in your circumstances, subject to meeting the requirements. You would normally need to leave Thailand before your 90-day permission expires and re-enter, potentially under the visa exemption scheme if you’re eligible. I would personally choose a professional border-run transport service for this.

a day ago

Rebecca *************

Jan Kenneth Nesland that's what I thought..thank you!

a day ago

John **********

The only extension you can get is a 12 month extension at your local immigration office by meeting the requirements

a day ago