Can I extend my tourist visa in Thailand with an embassy letter and transition to another visa?

@Matty *******

. A lot of people hoping the government will do a huge backflip. They might be about to contribute to the tourism budget in a way they never expected! I don't know why people aren't banging on the door of their respective embassies. The Thai government threw a lifeline a month ago, but I do think a lot have sat back with fingers crossed!

@Bobby *******

true...either way, this will bankrupt the remaining businesses where I am...

@Matty *******

. Perhaps the businesses should get a little more flexible in their thinking!

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@Matty *******

...Yep ...A 24hr announcement ...Like Opps Tooo Late 😟

@Matty *******

. Yes I understand what you're saying, and I could be completely wrong but the announcement six weeks ago did say "get out by the 26th" in different words. Unlike previous times, they did not reopen the overflow immigration office to process visas, and have been giving stacks of 30 day extensions. I really can't see them saying "all those who haven't made the effort to follow the guidelines and buy an extension, well don't worry, we'll let you stay free for three months". They would be inundated with complaints from people who did pay for visas, demanding refunds, and the embassies would take it as a slap in the face, which could cause some diplomatic relation issues. There again, this is Thailand, but I can't see it

@Matty *******

so no change then

@Darren ******

announcement confirmed 22nd....I'm not risking it though..would leave 2 working days to arrange something

@Matty *******

where's it confirmed there's going to be an announcement? Usually there are rumours in the media before any announcement but I've seen nothing.

@Darren ******

cabinet meets 22nd. Whether it is on agenda is another case, however, the last two times, days leading up to amnesty they have addressed it

@Matty *******

so no actual announcement just massive speculation? I wouldn't be holding your breath as usually the media has info on proposals beforehand and I don't recall seeing any this time round

@Darren ******

they are meeting anyway....I'm.not risking it...even if they did offer.something, would be for days this time,.not weeks

@Matty *******

correct, although I can't see anything being offered. They meet every Tuesday anyway I think.

@Marie *******

Mine was for Macau. I have a work permit, just can't get in the country.

@Bobby *******

correct, just chancing their arm in most cases