Should I apply for an extension at immigration or do a border run for my multiple-entry visa in Thailand?

Jan 19, 2025
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Daniele ***********
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I'm near the end of my 1 year multi entry visa, I have to choose between going immigration and get and extension or do a border run and get one last 3 months stamp from this visa.

The question is, if I go immigration, will they give me a 1 year extension or only 2 months extension?

I have 400k in thai bank but it's in investing account not saving account.
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The user is considering whether to visit immigration for a visa extension or to do a border run to obtain a final three-month stamp on their current one-year multiple-entry visa. They ask if immigration is likely to grant a one-year extension or only a two-month extension. Comments recount that many opt for border runs to maximize their time in Thailand, and advise that having a substantial amount in a bank account (400K THB) might suffice for an extension, provided the funds are readily accessible. It is also noted that the one-year multiple-entry visa option is no longer available, transitioning towards single-entry visas and extended stays based on marriage conditions. Users provide insights into requirements tied to the user's marital status and the immediacy of fund accessibility.
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Jan ******************
If you still have a 90 days Non O multiple based on marriage, you can apply for the two months extension visiting Thai family or the one year extension of stay based on marriage. For the marriage extension the funds has to be seasoned for two months before you apply and I don’t think it matters as long as it’s an account in your name and the funds are instantly available if needed.
Stuart *********
Most would do a border bounce to get the almost 15 months out of a year multiple entry but that’s your call to make.

If your bank account allows you an immediate withdrawal of the funds - albeit with a loss of interest if you were to do so then it would normally be accepted. If it’s a fixed term deposit where if you can’t access the funds “today” then it wouldn’t be.

Be aware that this is the last year long multiple entry visa you’re going to get as that option has disappeared since all Thai consulates and embassies have switched over to the evisa system, so your only option going forward will be a single entry and year extension (provided you have the aforementioned acceptable account).
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