January 19, 2022
3 years ago
Posting a data point:
Just left the Chaeng Wattana immigration. I'm on a TR 60. I requested a 60 day covid extension. They said that I need to do my 30 day extension first. So I did that.
* 30 days was added to the end of my original 60 days (90 days total). Hoping that they extend the covid extensions beyond Jan 25 so I can eventually get that.
* I made an online appointment for 1:15. I was in and out in 15 minutes. This saved massive amounts of time and waiting. [members only]
* I had all of my papers and photo ready prior to arrival, except the TM7 which I picked up and filled out there. I grabbed an extra for future use.
* There is a sign at the entrance saying that you need a covid vax proof and an ATK test w/in 72 hours to enter. However, neither of these were actually required. I did have to fill out some form saying I had no symptoms, etc.
* They did take my TM30 copy which I had gotten from a cheap hotel the day prior. I'm staying in an airbnb currently. They probably would have sent me packing w/o this.
* I poked my head in counter J after filling out the form at 1:18. The lady was bitchy and pointed out that I was late (1:15). I told her I just filled out the form and it was only 1:18. This shut her up. Don't be late!
Hopefully this helps somebody else.
TLDR : Answer Summary
A user shared their experience at Chaeng Wattana immigration while applying for a COVID extension after having a TR 60 visa. They successfully obtained a 30-day extension before applying for the COVID extension, totaling 90 days of stay. The user reserved an online appointment which expedited their visit. They noted the initial COVID vaccination proof and ATK test requirements were not strictly enforced during entry. The comments confirmed that extensions typically follow sequentially.
