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How does the extension of a Non-B visa based on employment work in Thailand?

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Asking for my friend about extending a Non-B visa based on employment at Chaeng Wattana.

Is it true that for a 1 year visa extension, Immigration only grants a 1-month extension first, and then you return later to receive the remaining 11 months? Or is a full 1-year extension normally issued right away if all the documents are in order?
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The process of extending a Non-B visa in Thailand typically allows for a full 1-year extension if all documents are in order. However, there could be cases where an Immigration officer might grant a 1-month extension first if additional information is needed or if the application is submitted late. This temporary extension, sometimes referred to as 'under consideration,' serves to keep the applicant's permission to stay valid while awaiting the necessary documents or decisions.
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I think you are confused between extending a visa and an extension of stay...a extension is a 12 months, but

I guess if there are more questions to be answered or the application is submitted late an under consideration stamp I guess is possible

Could they do this ❓... If application was late or incomplete... Ie they still haven't made the decision to give you the extension of stay
Brandon ************
Brandon ************
I don't think a work extension normally has an under consideration period.
Paul ********************
Paul ********************
@Brandon ***********
typically it doesn't

But let's say immigration has requested additional documents etc from the company or application is incomplete I guess they could put an "under consideration stamp in your PP to keep your permission to remain in Thailand current until they receive the additional documents etc

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