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Can I renew my Non-O extension while my passport is expiring soon, and how will it affect my Thai bank account?

Jul 13, 2025
2 days ago
Hayes *******
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Question, I’m currently in the US for 3 or 4 months, my Non O extension expires Mar of 26, I’m reading that renewal of extension requires a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining, my passport expires in July 26 which is short of 6 months. My concern is if I renew while in US that with new passport # I will not be able to make deposits to my Thai bank account.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is concerned about renewing their Non-O extension while in the US, as their current passport expires in July 2026, which is less than six months from the date of extension application. Responses clarify that there is no six-month passport validity requirement for applying for the visa extension, but it is advisable to renew the passport before applying. Renewing the passport ensures that the extension can be valid for a full year, and handling any impacts on the Thai bank account should pose no issues as long as both old and new passports are presented.
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Bob **********
You just bring both passports when returning when you get back go to immigration and get your stamps transferred
Brandon ************
There is no requirement that your passport be valid for 6 months to apply for an extension. But if you apply for a 1-year extension, it will only go until the end of your passport validity. So your extension would only be good until July 2026.

You should renew your passport before you apply for your extension, either in the US or from Thailand. Either one is fine. The bank will have no idea your passport number changed until you tell them.
Hayes *******
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@Brandon ***********
Thank you Brandon appreciate quick reply.
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