Can I extend my stay in Thailand for medical reasons related to a dental procedure?

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Dec 18, 2023

a year ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hello,

Is there a possibility to extend a stay by about a week for medical reasons? This is for a dental procedure that requires roughly 3 weeks from beginning to end. I already received a 30 day extension to undertake this procedure but I've been informed that it would take a bit longer than expected. This would require an additional 8-10 days.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user inquires about the possibility of extending their stay in Thailand for an additional week for a dental procedure. Responses indicate that medical extensions for dental procedures are generally difficult to obtain, as they are typically reserved for more serious medical conditions. Alternatives suggested include leaving the country and re-entering to receive a new 30-day stay or obtaining a letter from the dentist stating that flying would be too painful.

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Bill ********

a year ago

Phil ********

Nationality is?

Did you get 30 day visa exempt on entry?

Go to immigration and get a 30 day extension for ฿1,900.

a year ago

James *********

@Phil *******

He already received an extension

a year ago

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James *********

Stan ***********

No more

a year ago

Robin ********

Get the dentist to do a letter stating would be in too much pain to fly . Worth a try , worked for me with a minor ear infection .

a year ago

Stan ***********

You extend for 7 days to leave country

a year ago

Ellis ******************************

@Stan **********

I think is right, 7 day emergency extension 1,900 baht

a year ago

Graham ******

@Ellis *****************************

No that's an extension denied, 7 days to leave Thailand stamp, not one you really want

a year ago

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Graham ******

John *******

You will be required to leave the country and re-enter to extend your stay you will not be entitled to a medical exemption for dental procedures medical exemption extension is for those whom are strictly under a no can travel medical conditions chohk di

a year ago

Steve ********

Very unlikely, as medical extensionscare generally only permitted if you're bed-ridden in hospital or if a doctor is willing to certify that it would be hazardous if you were to fly. A dental procedure doesn't really fall into either category. A border bounce or extension is your best approach

a year ago

Peter *********

Leave Thailand 🇹🇭 and re÷enter get another 30 days on arrival

a year ago

Brandon ************

You have very little chance of getting a medical extension for a dental procedure. Medical extensions are for people who are physically unable to travel. You're probably going to have to leave and re-enter Thailand if you need more time.

a year ago

Stéfan ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Brandon ***********

ok. Thank you for your reply

a year ago

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Stéfan ********

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