Can I obtain a 60-day Covid extension without first taking a 30-day extension on my tourist visa in Thailand?

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Nov 12, 2021

3 years ago

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Hi, I am currently on a 60 day tourist visa that will end on the 24th of November. Even though I have not done my 30 day extension is it possible to get the 60 day covid extension? I've heard that they may be reluctant to issue the 60 day without me first extending by 30 days but by this time the covid extension would come to an end. Has anyone had any experience of this? I will be doing it in Samui. I hope this makes sense and any help is appreciated 🙏🙏

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The possibility of obtaining a 60-day Covid extension without first securing a 30-day extension on your tourist visa in Thailand largely depends on the immigration office you visit. Some offices may allow this conversion directly while others might require you to complete the 30-day extension first. It's advisable to visit your local immigration office in Samui to confirm the current policy and get accurate guidance.

Jared **********

Last year I went for my +30 on my TR60 and the immigration asked if I wanted a 60 Covid extension instead. I would say it’s possible but where you go and who you get will lie the answer.

3 years ago

Benjamin ******

> Even though I have not done my 30 day extension is it possible to get the 60 day covid extension?

The best you can do is try. If you get it, great, if not, you got the 30 day extension of stay.

3 years ago

Scot *******

Assuming you can get an extension 30 days before the expiration (45 days in some places), you could get the 30 day extension now, which would give you 30 days past Nov 24, then on the 24th, or earlier if allowed, apply for the covid extension before the 26th. Make sense? That would give you another 90 days. Anyone disagree?

3 years ago

Michael ********

@Scot ******

first covid extension they normally start from the day you apply.

3 years ago

Wannikea *********

@Michael *******

sometimes yes, sometimes no, definitely yes if you are applying for a repeat covid extension.

3 years ago

Scot *******

@Michael *******

- haven't heard that one, always thought that's the case for a new visa, not extensions. It's still a way to get extended as I wrote, maybe just less time, if she has to do the 30 day first.

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Scot *******

Andy *******

It's up to immigration, you can try anything. I hear Samui is very fair especially to females

3 years ago

Todd *********

Fully depends on which immigration office you use. Some have allowed immediate conversion to covid extension, but many require that you use up the 30 day extension first. You can go into your local office now and find out for sure

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Todd *********

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Do I need a 30-day tourist visa extension before applying for a 60-day COVID extension in Thailand?

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