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How can a US citizen apply for a Special Tourist Visa (STV) to stay in Thailand for up to 9 months?
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Oct 27, 2021
5 years ago
Logan *******
ORIGINAL POSTERHow do I apply for a STV to stay up to 9 months as a US citizen? I've looked everywhere
TLDR : Answer Summary
To apply for a Special Tourist Visa (STV) as a US citizen to stay in Thailand for up to 9 months, you should start the application process through your local Thai embassy or consulate. The STV allows an initial stay of 90 days, which can be extended twice for 90 days each, allowing for a total stay of up to 9 months. It's essential to have proof of accommodation for the entire duration you plan to stay after quarantine. Keep in mind that all necessary payments for the STV and accommodations may need to be made upfront, and you must check in detail for any updates or requirements specific to your situation.
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Tod *********
The option you want on the evisa site for the Special Tourist Visa is this one
Select "duration of stay no longer than 90 day" and then the STV will come up as a choice
Select "duration of stay no longer than 90 day" and then the STV will come up as a choice
Logan *******
ORIGINAL POSTERIn the requirements for the STV, it says that you need to have proof of accomodation for the entire length of time after quarantine, do you know if that's true? Of so, would that mean you can't really travel around Thailand?
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totally true, you need to show that you have a confirmed lodging for 90 days from the date you arrive. You can cancel your booking but you need to show 90 days lodging when you apply Logan *******
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wow might just have to try that, do you think there's any way they'd find out if you cancelled?Tod *********
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Tod ********
wow, that's why it tricked me because it said "no longer than 90 days" I guess that's because you can renew it two more times? You're a life saver, thanks!Tod *********
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right the first entry is "no longer than 90 days" and then you can extend it two times for 90 days eachReply to
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Mike *******
Worst visa you can get.
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Mike ******
why is that?Mike *******
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to many hoops to jump through. Everything needs to be paid upfront. Can't be extended inside Thailand. Logan *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Mike ******
ahhh, I see. You mean like the accomodation paid up front etc...? Which one would you recommend, I'd really like to stay more than 90 days if possible but maybe another SEA country will be open by thenMike *******
@Logan ******
I'm doing the ED visa. Its 8 months currently and yes there is some commitment to learn Thai, but it gets you 8 months (10 if you do the 60 day tourist visa before). Not all people want to commit to learning Thai, but it's pretty helpful when you stay long term in Thailand. These are just my opinions. Reply to
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James ***********
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For Thailand Pass starting on Nov 1st
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Pretty much all is done here except the Thailand pass. I don't think embassies or consulates will communicate with anyone. Too many inquiries and too little staff to answer
Logan *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@James **********
thanks for the reply! I've started my visa process but I don't see any option for the Special Tourist Visa, only the standard Tourism Visa. Is it something that you get after the regular visa? ThanksReply to
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Stuart *********
From your local embassy/consulate.
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There is this thing called internet 😀 The requirements are online, check the Thai embassy website ****************************
Logan *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Teya ******
There are these people called arrogant assholes that insult others without knowing the whole situation. You ma'am are one of those. While I appreciate the info, it could have been delivered a bit different. ThanksTeya *******
@Logan ******
Of course I do not know everything, nobody does 😀 People ask these questions about daily and it took about 30 sec to google the Thai embassy website. I hope you found the information you are looking for, no need to thank me 😂Ernesto ********
@Teya ******
you had proper response. Some people make very little effort to do their own research Logan *******
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Btw I've done plenty of research and hopped on here for advice from real people since you can't believe things on the internet since things are changing so rapidly. Why even answer at all if you guys are going to be sour about giving answers?Logan *******
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are you sure about that? So now even with people's advice and Google I still can't find the Special Tourist Visa on the actual website, it on has the option for the standard visa, sure I found all the requirements but not how to actually apply. Bet you people can't find it eitherErnesto ********
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thank you for informing me about this new fandangled thing called the “internet”. Except I knew about it in 1996 and started to use it then. Teya *******
Sorry, tagged you by accident, the answer was for the op.
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Logan *******
ORIGINAL POSTERStuart Cumming thanks for the reply! Man that sucks because I've been trying to call all morning and can't get anywhere. Is there any tricks to get a real person?
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I’ve no idea which one you’re trying to contact but from various posts here the best method maybe by Facebook messenger. If you let me know which embassy/consulate I can try and find that link. Alan *********
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they will not answer the phones just email them.Reply to
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