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Can I obtain a 7-day visa extension in Thailand after a 30-day extension?

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Dec 18, 2018

7 years ago

Kayleigh ********

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Looking for some help in regards to a 7 day extension. I’ve already had a 30 day extension and it runs out on new year. My family are coming so wanted to get a 7 day so I can spend the time with them. I wasn’t good at forward thinking about the visa clearly 🙈

Is it possible to get the 7 day? Also can I go before my 30 days is up and they re-new the 7 days starting from the end of my 30 days?

Then I’m thinking cross the boarder and get another 30 day from there. Thanks 🙏🏼

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The user seeks advice on obtaining a 7-day extension in Thailand after an existing 30-day extension is about to expire. They wish to extend their stay to spend time with family, but there’s confusion regarding the availability of a 7-day extension. Community responses clarify that there is technically no specific 7-day extension; rather, one could receive a 7-day stamp if their application for an extension is denied. Additionally, some advise considering a border run for a new 30-day visa.

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Richard *********

As Robert says s really just 7 days to get the fuck out of the country>>>LOL

usually issued to those that were fired an lose their visas an need 7 days to ge tit together to leave.

In ur situation,head to a land border ( ifu haven't used 2 entries this year) and gt a new 30 day visa exempt

7 years ago

Kayleigh ********

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@Ric****

ok thank you! I think I’ll do as you say, will work out more cost effective actually this way. Cheers ✌🏼

7 years ago

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Kayleigh ********

Robert *******

Just to make clear, there is NO 7 day Extension of Stay. You apply for an Extension of Stay and for what ever reason this application is NOT approved you get a stamp in your passport and 7 days to leave the country. Bottom of this picture is an example of this stamp:

7 years ago

Kayleigh ********

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@Rob***

thanks for the help

7 years ago

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Robert *******

This all depends on the Immigration Officer, I have seen reports that the 7 days are added, I have seen reports that the 7 days start at application date and I even seen reports that you do not get them, because it is cheaper and not to far to do a border run.

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Can I get a 7-day visa extension before my flight, and enter Thailand as a tourist later?

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