How can my friend extend her 30-day visa exemption in Thailand before applying for an education visa?

Apr 29, 2023
2 years ago
Jovy ****
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My friend is holding an Indonesian passport and visa exempt for 30 days. If we want to extend another 30 days. Should we apply it before we land in Thailand or should we do it while we are in Thailand?

She is planning to apply for an education visa during this 60days period

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Your friend should apply for the visa extension after arriving in Thailand at a local immigration office, as extensions cannot be done prior to entry. While a Tourist Visa allows for an initial 60 days with the possibility of extending for an additional 30 days, she will need to start the process once in the country. It's noteworthy that conflicting information was provided regarding whether to apply before or after arrival; however, the official process requires her to be present in Thailand to extend her stay.
Jovy ****
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Embassy replied she should applied when she stays in Thailand. However, the School told us to apply 60 days visa prior to arrival
Wayne *********
@Jovy ***
school is correct get TR60 visa before coming then can extend at Immigration for another 30 days gives you 90 days to sort out the Ed visa
Steve *******
@Jovy ***
Then you need to apply for a single entry Tourist visa before you arrive.
Jeffrey ************
@Jovy ***
So why are you coming in on 30 day visa exempt when the school told to apply for a 60 day visa.
Jovy ****
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@Jeffrey ***********
yes planning to apply for 60 days visa. My question is should she apply prior to arrival or when she already enter in Thailand
Wayne *********
@Jovy ***
before you arrive or you only get 30 days on arrival
Graham ******
To get 60 days on arrival a Tourist Visa is required, this can also be extended for a further 30 days
Stuart *********
You can’t apply for an extension prior to arrival. You need to do that at a local immigration office in country.
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