Can I extend my stay in Thailand for an additional 2-3 weeks after initially booking a month?

Thailand Visa Rules Tourist Visa Visa Extension Immigration Visa Exemption

March 28, 2024

6 months ago

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This maybe a question that’s already been answered but I was wondering if it’s possible to book a month in Thailand and if I wanted to extend my stay a further 2/3 weeks would I need to get a tourist visa or be able to visit the Thai embassy in Thailand to extend? Thanks in advance

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TLDR : Answer Summary

Yes, it is possible to book a month in Thailand and extend your stay for an additional 2-3 weeks. Most passport holders can obtain a one-time 30-day extension at a local immigration office if they initially entered on a visa exemption. Alternatively, getting a 60-day tourist visa before arrival can be cheaper and more convenient, as it allows for a longer stay without the need for extensions. Remember, there are no Thai embassies in Thailand, so extensions must be handled through immigration offices.

Bart **************

Visiting a Thai embassy in Thailand will not work. They are everywhere but here.

You could get a tourist visa upfront. If your country qualifies for e-visas, this will be easier. It is also cheaper than an extension. But if you are not yet sure about the 2-3 extra weeks, you may prefer to use exemption. You do indeed have the option to extend your stay.

6 months ago

Henrik *****

When going to Thailand for 31 - 60 ( 90 )days, the 60 days touristvisa is the best option.

It is cheaper than visa excempt + 30 days extension.

No need of a onward ticket ( 90 days 1 onward ), if returnticket within 60 days.

It is easier to apply from the comfort of your home.

thaievisa.go.th

Not wasting holiday time to find, go to and waiting at a immigration office ( 90 you would need that ).

Then no need to leave Thailand in up to 90 days.

6 months ago

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

If you’re on a UK passport

@Sara *********

you are entitled to 30 days visa exemption upon arrival which can be extended with 30 days at your local immigration where you stay in Thailand.

6 months ago

Aake **********

No thai emabassy in Thailand visit imigration

6 months ago

Stuart *********

Depends somewhat on your passport nationality but most can get a one time 30 day extension at a local immigration office. There is no Thai Embassy in Thailand.

6 months ago

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