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Can I extend my stay in Thailand on a Non-O visa until October 10th despite the amnesty ending on September 26th?
Any information gratefully received. Hi I entered Thailand on the 01st January 2020 on a Single entry Non Imm O Visa marriage visa with children. So I get my original 90 days on arrival that was due to expire . I then did a 30 day extension at Udon Thani Immigration office then all this visa amnesty kicked in and have been in Udon ever since. I am due back to work in the UK on the 12th October and the amnesty expires on the 26th September is there any way I can extend my stay until my return to work date say 10th October or will I have to depart on the 26th Sept like everyone else. Its not a problem retuning to work as I have to it will be getting back to see my family in the future. Thanks in advance
Answer summary
The original poster (OP) entered Thailand on a Non-O marriage visa and extended their stay during the COVID-19 amnesty period. They are now seeking to extend their stay beyond the amnesty expiration on September 26th to accommodate their return to work in the UK on October 12th. The discussion reveals complications regarding their previous extensions, indicating that while the OP may have received a 30-day extension due to COVID, the possibility of further extensions is limited. Suggestions include applying for additional extensions based on family ties or medical reasons, although there are cautions regarding overstaying which could lead to penalties. Overall, the situation underscores the complexities of visa regulations amidst the ongoing pandemic.
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Kevin *******
OPThe reason I haven't done anything before is all work related from company I work for in the UK. I was always going to return to work in the UK but because of Covid my boss told me to stay here which I have done until they called me back which is now also my wife and kids are here. I have enjoyed the extra time as I usually work 8 weeks on 8 off the 8 off spent in Thailand and will continue with this work pattern until retirement. Hope that satisfies your question as to why I have not got a long term visa as I only usually stay for 8 weeks at a time 3 times a year and a Single entry Non Imm O Visa married satisfies my needs. But due to covid I've got to stay longer and I'm happy about that for sure.
Tod *********
Believe me
Good Luck with it, (y) :)
@Ke***
I personally don't care in the least what your story is, I am only pointing out to you that the immigration officers MIGHT look at your situation with a more critical eye ;) Good Luck with it, (y) :)
Kevin *******
OP@Tod ********
I couldn't give a fuck if you believe my story or not all I'm trying to do at the end of the day is spend some extra time with my family before returning to work in the UK If I can't do that legally I will happily leave on the 26th its getting back that concerns me more than staying. Tod *********
@Kevin ******
now that we sorted out you already GOT your one 60 day visit family extension, that leaves you with ONE long term option. Bank 400K baht in a thai bank account for 2 months before and then apply for a yearly extension based on marriage to a thai. You might, as in possibly get a letter from a doctor saying you need to be here for the birth of your child and the immigration office COULD issue you an extension based on medical reasons for up to 90 days
BUT
face it you entered thailand Jan 1 and have not done anything to secure a long term extension during the intervening time you were allowed here past your 90 days :O I personally don't care in the least about that BUT the immigration office might take a different approach and ask you why you didn't do something BEFORE now to secure a long term extension?
Good Luck, take care stay safe..
Channel **********
Is there an option of paying overstay at the airport 15 days @ 500 baht a day? I am not sure but someone in this group certainly will 🤔
Ken ***********
@Channel *********
and your name is seriously misspelled for the ignorant bitch you areKen ***********
@Channel *********
555 juvenile...
Maxim ***********
I don't know a single person who has been blacklisted for a 15 days overstay, and I'm sure you don't either.
Maxim ***********
Blacklisted for 15 days overstay in Thailand, not even once in a blue moon.
Steve *******
@Maxim **********
Only caught in country. It's the law and splattered all over immigration offices, border crossings and the airports. I dont make the laws.Channel **********
@Maxim **********
...Agreed .. some people make the most ridiculous statements. Channel **********
@Ken ******
...you sound fun 😴😴😴Ken ***********
@Channel *********
even though you have Thai citizenship, you must have developed your attitude without the normal Thai humility and grace. This forum is for a discussion, not to be belligerent and insultive. You need some self reflection with Buddha Channel **********
Todd Yowell ... like all jusistrictions they have limits per situation they can impose and and black listed for 15 days overstay in these covid times is a very stupid and ridiculous statement to make online ...so stop embarrassing yourself !
Channel **********
Todd Yowell ...Blacklisted for 15 days overstay in these extraordinary circumstances .!!!
That is sooo funny
That is sooo funny
Steve *******
Todd Yowell Yep. I wouldnt advise anyone to overstay.
Ian *********
@Steve ******
I got 30 day extension before amnesty was official,NEVER overstayed one day in 35 visits,why because I want to stay for good next time I go back Steve *******
@Channel *********
It's possible but overstaying is a risky route to go down. Worst case scenario if caught in country is detention, deported and ban from entering the countryChannel **********
@Steve ******
....You have a great imagination ... 😂Steve *******
@Channel *********
I dont make the rules. Give it a go. See how you get on. Im sure if everyone bent the Immigrations laws in your country you wouldnt be saying the same thing.Channel **********
@Steve ******
..Dont be so dramatic...the Thai authorities are anticipating an amount of over stays due to these exceptional circumstances ...To get detention and banned from Thailand you would need to commit a more serious crime than 15 days overstay...can you believe what some people post on here lol 🤣🤣...
Steve *******
@Channel *********
FFS! I Dont make the laws. Caught in country on any overstay is an automatic blacklist, make it to the border/airport pay the 500bt per day fine, maximum fine 20,000bt. Over 90 days overstay at border/airport automatic blacklist.Channel **********
@Steve ******
....so my 2 years in the MOFA offices count for nothing ..getting bored with you 😴Steve *******
@Channel *********
There you go then, you obviously dont know Thai immigration very well and no reason why you should being a Thai citizen.Channel **********
@Steve ******
...not much point to me as I am a Thai citizen.Steve *******
@Channel *********
Hang on. No drama. I said it's the worst case scenario, but I wouldnt be suprised if there is a clampdown on overstayers seeing as people have had 6 months amnesty and will have had nearly 2 months warning to get an extention/visa or leave by 26th September.
Martin *******
David *******
Confused here , he should have got a 60 day extension with a non 0 ,
Can apply for another extension after this ( it will be rejected)
Then a 7 day extension is issued in its place . Total 157 days .
Is this still the process?
Can apply for another extension after this ( it will be rejected)
Then a 7 day extension is issued in its place . Total 157 days .
Is this still the process?
Tod *********
@Kevin ******
you sure you got a 30 day extension at Udon off this 90 day non-O entry you came in on?The reason I am asking is because there is NO 30 day extension available to a Non-O visa holder. :/ Sure you didn't get a 60 day visit thai family extension instead? OR did you have a paper from your embassy saying you couldn't travel and got the 30 day unable to travel due to covid extension?
Kevin *******
OP@Tod ********
it was 60 day
Keith ********
You have to do 14 days quarantine when arriving back in UK so if you are due back at work on 12 October you would need to leave around 26 September anyway.
Kevin *******
OPKeith I am exempt from the 14 day quarantine as I'm a front line worker
Tod *********
you could get a 60 day visit thai family extension based on marriage or having half thai kids. You can get that ONCE per entry and from what you posted you haven't gotten it yet.
Ron *******
@T**
he says he already did a 30 day extension?
Steven ***************
@Ron ******
. Getting a 30 day extension previously doesnt stop him from getting a 60 day visit family extension. Tod *********
@Steven **************
the ONLY 30 day extension he could have gotten off a 90 day Non-O entry would have been the "unable to travel due to covid-19" extension from an embassy letter.Either he got that OR he is mis-remembering what he got. There is definitely NO 30 day extension available on a 90 day Non-Imm visa entry
Steven ***************
@Tod ********
. OP said he did get a 30 day extension, unless hes mistaken.Ron *******
@Tod ********
yes. I'm thinking he's already had the 60 day extension? Tod *********
Ron *******
@Steven **************
I think it does. You cannot extend 90 days on a Non O entry
Bobby ********
You can apply for an extension of 30 days if you get a letter from your embassy, although I understand the UK is not issuing letters as there are sufficient flights to take you back
Ron *******
@Bobby *******
isn't this 30 day extension with a letter only for those that entered on a tourist visa or visa exempt entry?Bobby ********
@Ron ******
. According to the published graphic yes it is. A German friend on amnesty after an ED visa was able to extend as he has a flight leaving October 9th on account of the embassy letter, so there may be some flexibility, if someone strikes a sympathetic IO
Michael ********
There maybe more flights before september 26th after that maybe not so many supply and demand
Michael ********
Bappaditya Das fuck off spammer
Michael ********
Have you actually checked flights and availability
Kevin *******
OP@Michael *******
yes I check every day. Michael ********
@Kevin ******
i was checking before i came into the country which ones were getting cancelled on regular basis on bangkok airport website found that quite useful.Activity
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