Can You Convert an Embassy Extension into a Non-O Visa in Thailand?

July 26, 2020
4 years ago
David ********
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Here’s one I can’t find having been asked before....

Entry into Thailand on visa exempt 30 day stamp. 30 day tourist extension used. 60 day family extension used. Now on amnesty.

If in possession of an embassy letter for visa extension, AND if successful in gaining said extension, does that then translate into a hard stamp in the passport, which would give the required time in “stamp days” to apply for a non O based on marriage within Thailand?
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The poster inquired about the possibility of converting an embassy-granted extension of stay into a Non-O visa based on marriage in Thailand. According to responses, such extensions cannot be used as a basis for conversion and are intended solely for emergencies.
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Robert *******
No, as this Extension of Stay on Embassy request cannot be used as basis for a conversion into a Non Immigrant O visa,

It is only for emergencies to stay an extra 30 days as mentioned on the flyer
David ******
@Robert ******
what type of extension would qualify for changing visa type? Am getting an education visa, but I have had a job offer since submitting my ed visa application
Robert *******
@David *****
The 30 day Extension of Stay followed on a Visa Exempt Entry or Tourist Visa entry
David ********
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@Robert ******
thanks Robert.
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