How can I apply for a COVID-19 visa extension in Thailand without an embassy letter?

COVID-19 Visa Extension Thai Visa Rules Immigration Visa Application Process Embassy Letter Requirement NON-O Visa Extensions

Aug 27, 2021

3 years ago

Sam *******

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Hi,

I’m looking to do the covid 60 day visa extension due to the uk red list update. My visa expires on the 10th September and I just called the embassy to ask for a visa extension letter but they said they don’t provide them anymore. I was just wondering if anybody has any experience applying for the covid extension visa and if a letter from the embassy was required? I have already had one 30 day extension on my visa and so I am also curious as to whether or not that may be a problem?

Thanks

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A user inquired about applying for a COVID-19 visa extension due to restrictions related to the UK red list. They noted that their current visa expires soon and expressed uncertainty about needing a letter from the embassy for the extension. Community members clarified that a letter is not required, sharing that the British Embassy no longer issues such letters and emphasizing that applicants can provide alternative documentation if asked. In addition, they were advised to directly consult with local immigration authorities.

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Lloyd ********

Can't give them what does not exist; "COVID-19 Visa Extension Letters

The British Embassy no longer issues visa extension letters.

On Monday 2nd November 2020, the British Embassy Bangkok received verbal confirmation from Thai Immigration Bureau that Embassy letters are not required to extend visas within Thailand. Instead, you can complete an affidavit at your local Immigration Office.

If you want to remain in Thailand after your current visa expires, or you have questions about your immigration status in Thailand you should speak to your local Immigration Office or visit the Thai Immigration website."

3 years ago

Sam *******

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@Lloyd *******

Thanks! Called up my local immigration office in Prachin Buri and they asked for the letter so will see how I get on with the printout from the website

3 years ago

Tod *********

@Sam ******

that office knows good and well that the brit embassy here doesn't issue the letter, they're just yanking your chain

3 years ago

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Tod *********

Benjamin ******

To get a 60 day extension of stay based on unable to travel due to COVID-19, you *MAY* be asked for one of the following documents:

1. A letter from your embassy saying you can not return, OR;

2. print out from your embassy website saying they don’t issue the letters, OR:

3. print out of a letter from the embassy saying they don't issue those letters.

(Note the word "OR").

See

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(Do a search for COVID-19. You'll find the section that says "COVID-19 Visa Extension Letters")

3 years ago

Sam *******

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@Benjamin *****

thank you very much! Will try to apply with a print out from the website and see how I get on 😊

3 years ago

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Sam *******

Lloyd ********

You do not need the letter to get the covid extension. Also, the red list does not stop travel to UK, just means you have a few hoops to jump through.

3 years ago

David ******

@Lloyd *******

So does the office I attend...

3 years ago

Benjamin ******

@Lloyd *******

SOME immigration offices do ask for the letter. I know Nakhom Pathom does 🙁

3 years ago

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Benjamin ******

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