Can I get a second 3-month extension for my STV before September 30th?

Special Tourist Visa (STV)Visa Extensions Thailand Immigration Expat Visa Rules Thai Visa Requirements Visa Validity Issues

Apr 6, 2021

4 years ago

Willem *********

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I just arrived a couple days ago on a STV. Anyone knows if you can do a (second) 3 month extension just before 30 september or will this the final end date regardless of any extension.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The STV visa allows a maximum stay in Thailand of 270 days, which includes the quarantine period, and cannot exceed the end date of September 30, 2021. Extensions are limited to two 90-day extensions, leading to concerns about extending before the expiration date. Generally, it's recommended to consult with the local immigration office for the validity and potential for any extensions.

Benjamin ******

I'm shutting this down since this started talking about health insurance policies, and not if the extensions are being sold after September 30th. My opinion: NOBODY knows what will happen come September 30th. For insurance, purchase the insurance for the length of time you're in Thailand, and not just the minimum requirements to enter Thailand.

Remember, never trust what Thai consulate/ embassy says about getting an extension of stay, and never trust Thai immigration about getting a visa outside of Thailand, they are two separate departments.

4 years ago

James ********

That is why we say ask your local immigration office regarding their requirements for the extension of the STV visa

4 years ago

James ********

It ends with....

The maximum stay in total, therefore, shall NOT exceed 270 days including the quarantine period and shall NOT exceed 30 September 2021 which is the current end date of the STV scheme.

4 years ago

Willem *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

This is how I did understand it too. But I found some comments which made me think this could be different. I was wishful thinking I guess. When I am lucky I can extend until 29 September..

4 years ago

James ********

@Willem ********

we can hope longer 🙏🙏

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James ********

I am sure you have read this from the Thai Embassy in Hague re STV visa ...on the stranded forums ...

SPECIAL TOURIST VISA - STV (single entry only)

This type of visa is issued to applicants who wish to enter Thailand for tourism purposes.

STV visa holders will initially be permitted to stay in Thailand up to 90 days including the quarantine period.

The extension of stay can be requested at the Immigration Bureau in Thailand up to 2 times at the maximum of 90 days per each extension.

The maximum stay in total, therefore, shall NOT exceed 270 days including the quarantine period and shall NOT exceed 30 September 2021 which is the current end date of the STV scheme.

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4 years ago

James ********

And as nobody has tried to extend the STV visa being application date of July 3rd on or off September 30...read and 🙏🙏🙏

4 years ago

James ********

Read the requirements for the STV visa extension lower right bottom lines of the chart

4 years ago

James ********

Ask your Thai immigration office.

It appears that any stamped in stay ends Sept 30...period

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