I understand that for overstays of a few days there’s also a possibility to go to an immigration centre and get an extension for 7 days. Arguably the overstay won’t be recorded then and you’re more likely to get granted a re-entry visa when u enter again. Is that the case?
I’m thinking which way is more reasonable - immediate departure with overstay recorded and a fine or a trip to the immigration centre first…
TLDR : Answer Summary
The conversation discusses the possibility of obtaining a 7-day extension at an immigration center for short overstays in Thailand. Several comments clarify that while an extension application can be tried, it may not prevent an overstay from being recorded, and the individual would still incur fines and risk serious penalties, including deportation and future bans.