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How can I extend my entry in Thailand for another 30 days?

May 19, 2025
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David ***********
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Hello guys, can someone explain to me the process for extending my entry for another 30 days? Thanks.
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To extend your stay in Thailand for another 30 days, you can apply for a tourism extension at your local immigration office if you entered as a tourist (either visa exempt or with a tourist visa). This is a one-time extension option. Depending on your location, such as Bangkok, the process may be straightforward, involving minimal paperwork and wait times. Alternatively, you may also consider leaving Thailand and re-entering to reset your visa duration.
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Tony *********
I went a few days ago to get mine a lady took me in taxi there was about 3 to 400 people there she walked me to the desk said stand there took a pic of me and said thats it your done pick your passport up from the office in 2 days i never even filled or spoke to anyone so easy
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Dave *****
pls specify if you are in bkk and if you've come in with visa exempt (60-day no visa) then we can effectively assist.
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Andrew ********
Immigration should be the best place or leave and come back and start your time over
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Brandon ************
If you entered as a tourist (visa exempt or tourist visa) you can apply one time for a 30-day tourism extension at your local immigration office.
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Philip *******
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when you say, one time extension. Is that one time a year or per application. I ask because may wish to go to Thailand twice in same year
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Ernst *********
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one time per visit.
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