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Can I still apply for a Covid extension after my Smart Visa has expired?

Smart Visa Covid Extension Visa Regulations Immigration in Thailand Non-Immigrant Visa Visa Application Process

Jan 28, 2022

3 years ago

Rafaella ********

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Hi friends!!!

I need help!!!

I had the smart visa for six months and after that, I have been applying the covid extension (applied already 3 times the covid extension) However, today I went to the Koh Phangan immigration and they said my covid extension is part of my smart visa and that now I cant apply for covid extension anymore.

Did anyone have the same problem? Or do you know anything about it? 

Thank you all!!!!

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is seeking clarification regarding the possibility of applying for a Covid extension after having transitioned from a Smart Visa. Responses indicate that Covid extensions are only applicable for Tourist Visas or Visa Exempt stamps, and the user's current status with a Smart Visa does not qualify for further extensions. It is advised that they may need to leave Thailand as the Covid extension will likely be rejected in this scenario.

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Benoit *********

I'm afraid nothing to help .

You need to feel blessed for getting a few extension.

All the good thinks ended one day 😐

3 years ago

Benjamin ******

You will need to leave Thailand. The 60 day extension of stay based on unable to travel due to COVID-19 only applies for people who's most recent visa is either a Tourist Visas or Visa Exempt.

You can apply for a 60 day extension of stay based on unable to travel due to COVID-19, however it will be rejected and you will have 7 days to leave Thailand.

3 years ago

Bobby ********

3 years ago

Bobby ********

Covid extension now only allowed for TR and exempt stamps. All non-immigrant visas now required standard extension, or if not available leave/re-enter country

3 years ago

Tara **********

@Bobby *******

brutal

3 years ago

Bobby ********

Tara Czoschke. Having a holiday in another country is hardly brutal! 🤣

3 years ago

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