Ask question

How can I extend my stay in Thailand beyond the 30-day visa exemption as a British citizen?

Thailand Visa Tourist Visa Visa Extension Visa Exemption Immigration Travel to Thailand British Expat in Thailand

January 15, 2019

6 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hi thanks for the add. One simple question if I may, I am British citizen living in Spain. I am travelling to Thailand in July and August this year with in order to have a look around the country. I understand I will get the 30 day visa exception on arrival. How easy is to extend to a 60 day tourist visa after I arrive. Thanks in advance for advice.

838

views

0

likes

23

all likes

15

replies

0

images

9

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

A British citizen living in Spain can initially enter Thailand on a 30-day visa exemption. This stay can be extended for an additional 30 days at an immigration office in Thailand for a fee of 1,900 Thai Baht. However, to avoid potential complications, it's recommended to obtain a Single Entry Tourist Visa from the Thai consulate in Spain before traveling, which grants a 60-day stay and can also be extended for a further 30 days at immigration.

Tod *********

And per the advice of the posters your first step is to check with the thai consualte in Spain to see if you can actually get a single entry tourist visa without being a legal resident, If you can, that's what you should do.

IF you can't, you can fly here on a 30 day visa exempt entry, then go to the immigration office and apply for a 30 day extension of stay for 1900baht.

Like

Reply

Ray *********

Check out Royal Thai Embassy in Madrid. Pretty sure you will need proof of residence in Spain before they will issue you with a Visa. If you can comply with the Visa requirements you can then extend the 60 days in Thailand for a further 30 days,as Robert has already explained.

Like

Reply

Ray *********

@Benjamin *****

The Spanish government have nothing to do with it...It's the Thai embassy in Madrid. They will only issue visas for Spanish people or foreigners living there that have a residence ID card. Many Brits live in Spain but don't get the card.. if the guy wants 90 days he needs a 60 days visa which he can extend in Thailand by 30 days. He can't do it 'arse about face'.

Like

Reply

Benjamin ******

According to their website, that's correct

(source:

**************************************************************************

%20de%20Turista%20MULTIPLE%20July%

*****

7.pdf)

It says:

"Los ciudadanos extranjeros con residencia legal en España, deben aportar además fotocopia de su tarjeta de residencia (NIE) compulsada por la Policía o por un Notario.

Si no dispone de residencia legal en España, NO puede solicitar visado de turista en este consulado."

In English, the Thai Embassy of Madrid wants to see the person's Spanish residency card before a ME visa is given. I could not find this file in English or Thai sadly

Like

Reply

Liam *****

I think residence in Spain is only required for multi e try tourist visas in Madrid, no?

Like

Reply

Benjamin ******

I don't understand the connection between this and the OP. My understanding is that the OP:

1. Wants to enter Thailand on a 30 day visa exception

2. "Extend" (?) the visa to a 60 day tourist visa.

Since he's from the UK, and holding a UK passport (I'm assuming), the Spanish government should have no involvement in issuing his visas.

Do you believe otherwise?

Like

Reply

Reply to

Benjamin ******

Reply

Stuart *********

As an aside. Where in Spain are you located?

Like

Reply

Stuart *********

then give the consulate in Gibraltar a ring and get your visa there. Real nice guy. Super easy to deal with. Yeah it’s an hour or so drive but so much easier to deal with than the other consulates in Spain.

Like

Reply

David ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Benalmadena

Like

Reply

Reply to

David ********

Reply

Paul *******

30 day extension is available at Immigration \for, I believe, 1,900 Thai Baht.

Like

Reply

Robert *******

You can not extend or change to a tourist visa inside Thailand. Best option is to buy a Single Entry Tourist Visa at the Thai Consulate/Embassy in Spain before you make your way to Thailand. You get than 60 days of stay with this visa and possible to extend this stay with another 30 days at Immigration. If you enter without the visa, you get a visa exempt entry for 30 days stay, which is also possible to extend this stay with another 30 days at immigration.

Like

Reply

Pierre ****************

Yes and can get other 30 days as visa run abroad Thailand. Total 90 days... Sí, y puede obtener otros 30 días como visa en el extranjero Tailandia. Total 90 días ...

Like

Reply

David ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

thanks, so I can extend to another 30 days once in Thailand?

Like

Reply

Reply to

David ********

Reply

Stuart *********

You can get an extension of stay in a local immigration office. A visa is obtained before you visit.

Like

Reply

Stuart *********

Or by visiting a consulate in a nearby country outside of Thailand.

Like

Reply

Reply to

Stuart *********

Reply

Thai Visa Advice

... members · 40% approval rate

The Thai Visa Advice group is a specialized Q&A forum for visa-related topics in Thailand, ensuring detailed responses.

Thai Visa Advice

View the Conversation

Thai Visa Advice

What is the recommended way for UK passport holders to secure a 90-day stay in Thailand?

18 comments

9 days ago

Can I extend my 60-day visa exemption for an additional 20 days in Thailand?

7 comments

a month ago

How can a UK citizen apply for a visa to stay in Thailand for 90 days?

18 comments

2 months ago

Can I get a visa on arrival for Thailand as a UK citizen and how can I extend my stay beyond 30 days?

16 comments

3 months ago

How many days can a British passport holder extend their stay in Thailand after a 30-day visa exempt entry?

21 comments

4 months ago

Do UK citizens get a 30-day visa on arrival in Thailand and can they extend it for another 30 days?

9 comments

10 months ago

Can I extend my 30-day visa exemption in Thailand and what are my options for a visa?

9 comments

a year ago

How can I extend my stay in Thailand beyond 30 days if I come from a visa exemption country?

10 comments

a year ago

What visa should I apply for to stay in Thailand for 60 days after entering on a British passport?

7 comments

a year ago

What are the options for extending a UK citizen's Visa exemption in Thailand?

17 comments

a year ago

Can I extend my stay in Thailand for 30 days with a UK passport upon arrival?

23 comments

a year ago

What are the options for extending a visa after the initial 45 days on arrival in Thailand?

17 comments

2 years ago

Do I need a visa for a 7-week stay in Thailand as a British traveler?

10 comments

2 years ago

Can I extend my 30-day visa exemption in Thailand, or must I do a border run?

3 comments

2 years ago

Can I extend my stay in Thailand for more than 30 days, or do I need a tourist visa?

7 comments

3 years ago

Can I apply for a visa in Thailand if I want to extend my stay beyond 60 days?

35 comments

3 years ago

Do I need to apply for an eVisa or can I get a visa exemption for Thailand as a UK citizen?

8 comments

3 years ago

Can I easily extend my 30-day visa exemption in Thailand after arriving from the UK?

11 comments

3 years ago

What is the best visa option for a 60-day stay in Thailand for a UK citizen?

12 comments

3 years ago

How can I extend my stay in Thailand from 30 to 40 days on a visa exempt entry?

3 comments

3 years ago

Do I need a visa to stay in Thailand for 2 months as a UK citizen?

12 comments

3 years ago

How can a UK citizen extend their stay in Thailand after entering on a visa exemption?

2 comments

5 years ago

Can I extend my 30-day visa exemption in Thailand and what are my options for a longer stay?

0 comments

5 years ago

What is the best visa option for a UK passport holder visiting Thailand for 34 days?

38 comments

6 years ago

Do I need a 60-day visa for Thailand if I plan to stay for 45 days?

33 comments

7 years ago

Data protection policy Terms and conditions Disclaimer Privacy policy Refund policy

The asq:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.