Hi everyone
Can anyone tell me how the stay extension works and what the fee is?
I understand the first stamp is 6 months, which can be extended by 6 months while staying in Thailand. Is it the case that you then have to leave the country to get a new 6-month stamp in your passport? And is this also extendable once every year?
And does anyone know what the fees are for the extension?
Thanks very much
Chris
TLDR : Answer Summary
The process of extending a stay in Thailand typically involves obtaining an initial 6-month stamp, which can be extended an additional 6 months. Some commentators suggest that issuing new stamps can allow for re-entry into the country for another 180-day stay rather than extending the current one. There are differing reports on the extension fees, with estimates ranging from 1,900 baht to 10,000 baht, though the most quoted figure is likely 1,900 baht. It is noted that clarity on the extension procedure might take time, and some recommend exiting the country and re-entering for straightforward re-stamping.
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