Is it better to wait a day to extend my visa in Bangkok after the holiday closures?

Jan 2, 2023
2 years ago
Simon *******
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Gotra do visa extension in BKK.. . Opens tomorrow but should be super busy so next day better right? Best to arrive very early?
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Post-holiday, it is advisable to delay your visa extension in Bangkok by a day due to anticipated high traffic at the immigration office. Arriving early on a normal day can reduce wait times significantly, while the first day after closures could be extremely busy.
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Joe ********
I would be curious to know anybody who is extending there visa with a tourist visa and if they have to show TM.30

Before all the “No it alls” comment saying you should have one, I know!!!

I just would like to know if they are asking for it 🙂
Robert ************
@Joe *******
It would be best if you said what Immig. Office you will be using to get accurate advice. But, definitely at CM.
Simon *******
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Jeremy ********
It’s going to be crazy all week…especially on 4 Jan because like minded people think alike…I would go on Thursday
Simon *******
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Cheers
Alistair **********
Yeah I made that mistake once after a long weekend, went in the afternoon too, took almost 5 hrs. On a normal day if you go in the morning (say before 9:30) it's 30 mins in and out.
Brandon ************
Yes on both accounts. Tomorrow is the first day after 4 days closed so it'll probably be a nightmare. But always a good idea to arrive early if you didn't make an appointment
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