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Is there a grace period for using a bank letter for a one-year Non-O-A visa extension in Thailand?

Chris *********
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Hi quick question about bank letter for one year non o-a extension. Is there any grace on when you have to apply after obtaining the letter? Can I get the bank letter on say a Monday and go to immigration on the Tuesday to apply for extension (having updated book etc on day of application)

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The acceptable period for a bank letter when applying for a one-year Non-O-A visa extension varies by immigration office in Thailand. Some offices, like those in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, may accept letters that are up to 7 days old, while others require the letter to be issued on the same day as the application. It is recommended to check directly with the relevant immigration office for their specific requirements regarding the bank letter and to ensure that the passbook is updated on the day of the application.
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Ken *********
Ken *********
Jomtien wants same day.
Mat *********
Mat *********
Ask you immigration. Mine wants it on the same day.
Chris *********
Chris *********
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Thanks Ellie, I thought that might be the case, I'll pop up and ask them 🙏🙏 I wanted to update passbook at atm early doors and get there for 8am to avoid the queues, (as the banks don't open until 10) 😊
Mervyn ********
Mervyn ********
@Chris ********
I always go to the bank in the morning then i am at immigration by 1pm. In Phuket i am back out again in about 20 minutes.
Ellie *******
Ellie *******
That is what you have to ask your immigration office. The acceptable period of a bank letter varies by office. Some, such as Bangkok and Chiang Mai, accept up to 7 days old. Some offices allow up to 3 days old, for example. Also, there are offices that accept the letter issued on the day only.

That's why you need to check with your office.

Anyway, in most cases, you have to update your passbook on the day of application (with a log dated that day).

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