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Is it possible to receive an extension stamp for my visa in Thailand that extends to 2026 by mistake?

PinkChe*******
asked Oct 26, 2026
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Advice please…

I arrived in Thailand on my DTV on October 15th. No issues, smoothly through immigration. When I’ve looked at the stamp, I have a stamp saying ‘Surat Thani immigration extension of stay permitted up to 28 October 2026’.

Surely this is a mistake? I will go to immigration ASAP but any ideas why this has happened?
Answer summary
A user has raised a concern regarding an immigration stamp received upon entering Thailand on a DTV visa, which indicates an extension of stay until October 28, 2026. They are questioning whether this stamp is a mistake and plan to visit immigration for clarification. Community members are advising the user to check for the correct entry stamp and suggest that such errors can occur. They recommend seeking assistance from the originating immigration office to rectify any discrepancies.
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Josephine ********
Josephine ********
This stamp does look odd and many DTV holders see similar surprise on first entry. Normal DTV entry should give you 180 days from arrival, so from October 15 you should get until mid April. The words Surat Thani extension suggest they gave you an extension stamp not a fresh entry stamp, maybe because officer thought you had prior stay or mixed up your record.

It is likely a mistake at airport but do not ignore it. Go to your local immigration soon with passport, DTV eVisa print and boarding pass. Ask them politely to check your entry in system and confirm correct stay. They can fix stamp error and will put correct date if needed. Take photo of stamp before you go.

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Tod *********
Tod *********
You're confusing your ENTRY stamp <- which is a small stamp that will have DTV and eVisa noted on it with a previous extension stamp you had from the actual surat thani immigration office

So how about paging thru your passport and looking for the SMALL rectangular entry stamp you got on the 15 of Oct when you entered the country which looks like this
PinkChe*******
PinkChe*******
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@Tod ********
you’re absolutely right. I was confused because she’s stamped a page much earlier in my passport which is already full of other stamps, rather than stamping the latest page. My stupid mistake. Thanks so much!
Tod *********
Tod *********
you should close commenting on this thread or you're gonna get inundated with bad advice ;)
Tod *********
Tod *********
happens a LOT, no worries, enjoy your 6 months here :)
ThrillingAl***********
ThrillingAl***********
they know all about u. cant fool them anymore 2026 the jig is up. crack down.. get right visa bro
PinkChe*******
PinkChe*******
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ThrillingAlligator7203 hahaha what are you talking about? I was simply looking at the wrong stamp. I’ve got the right visa, ‘bro’
Michael ********
Michael ********
yes please show the stamp
Partly_en*********
Partly_en*********
Stamp has only 2 dates and not of a size for a sentence (unless re-entry permit) at Bkk Immigration !
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
show that photo
Outgoing*********
Outgoing*********
Stamp error, happens often. Always check before you leave the desk.

Go back to the originating entry and they will fix it.
DTV_Be*******
DTV_Be*******
Can you show the image of the stamp?

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