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Can I Return to Thailand on a Non-B Visa if My Visa Expires Before Flights Resume?

Non-B Visa Travel Restrictions COVID-19 Impact

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Hi everyone. I was unfortunately an idiot and decided to go on holiday right before all the COVID19 drama started. I have a non-B and work permit but my visa is only valid until 21 May. I have just seen that Thailand will not have any inbound flights allowed until at least 31 May. I am certain that means I am royally screwed and can no longer return to Thailand.  I'm posting this in the very vain hope that someone can tell me I am wrong?

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The situation regarding travel to Thailand is uncertain due to COVID-19, with the country closed for incoming passengers until at least 31 May 2020. The user's non-B visa is valid only until 21 May, raising concerns about their ability to return before the visa expires.

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James ********

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Sorry but Thailand remains CLOSED to all foreigners by land, sea or air.

Watch for updates in last week of May in news and this forum.

Take care...stay safe.

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Robert *******

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Thailand is and will be closed for incoming passengers until 31 May 2020, what happens after that will be announced some where in May

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Robert *******

Robert *******

Nope, you can not extend your stay inside Thailand from outside Thailand,

Just start all over again when the borders open up.

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Bonita *********

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so due to me already being out of Thailand my visa will expire. I know its ridiculous to even ask but is there no way for me to extend from out the country? My brain tells me no but I am really trying to hang on to any hope until I have exhausted every possibility 😞

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