I renewed my multiple entry O-A visa last December(on my own :(. I did not realize it was renewed as a single entry until I returned from a US visit last week. The O-A was closed when I left I was told. I was let in on a tourist Visa and have been told by a friend that means I will need to leave Thailand again and re-apply for my O-A visa. Seeking advice on how to resolve this without leaving Thailand.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user discusses their experience of inadvertently renewing their multiple entry O-A visa as a single entry, leading to their re-entry into Thailand on a tourist visa. They seek advice on how to rectify their situation without having to leave Thailand again. Multiple comments provide suggestions, emphasizing that the user does not need to exit the country and can apply for a Non-O visa at the immigration office instead. Guidance on the necessary documentation, costs, and procedures for extending their stay is also provided.
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