Hi, I posted a few days ago but need advice on my stay. I'm in Korat currently. I arrived in Thai on Dec 6 from the USA on a 30 day visa free. On Dec 28 I went and they gave me a 60 day extention giving me now until March 5. No one ever said and I never really asked immigration whether I got 60 days because of covid or ? My question is pertaining to whether I could get another extention or is it not even worth pursuing? I'd like to get another 30 days if it's available to me and really not into border hops but not sure if they would do. Any thoughts?
My long term plans are to go after a retirement visa and apply before I leave but my bank deposit won't season in time(60 days) and my pension is not going to thai bank either. I make enough on pension but they told me it needs to go into thai bank for 12 months to qualify. Figured I'd deposit the 800k and apply before I leave then come back when visa approved after the 60 days sometime. Thoughts again? Thanks all!!
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user, currently in Korat, Thailand, is seeking advice about extending their stay after receiving a 60-day extension on their initial 30-day visa-free entry. They want to know if it's possible to obtain another 30-day extension and express their intention to apply for a retirement visa eventually. Comments suggest that an additional 30-day extension should be available, and they could also be eligible for an in-country NON-O visa based on retirement without needing to season their bank deposit, although specific requirements may vary by immigration office.
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