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How soon can I apply for a 30-day visa extension after entering Thailand with a 60-day visa exemption?

Visa Exemption Visa Extension 30-Day Extension Immigration Rules Thailand Visa Chiang Mai Immigration

Oct 27, 2025

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I'm sure this question has been asked many times, Sorry, How soon on arrival by Visa exemption 60 days can go to immigration to extend another 30 days. As l will be travelling around Thailand but the first 3 weeks staying in Chiang Mai. Thank you.

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You can apply for a 30-day extension at immigration when you have 30 days or less remaining on your visa exemption. In Chiang Mai, it is advised to wait at least 15 days after your arrival before submitting your extension application.

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Most immigration offices allow you to apply for an extension when you have 30 days or less left on your permission to stay stamp.

Some larger offices (Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai) allow you to apply when you have 45 days or less left.

So in Chiang Mai you would need to wait at least 15 days after you enter before applying for the extension.

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