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Should I get a Covid extension instead of traveling to KL for a new TR visa?

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Jul 25, 2022

3 years ago

Gordon ********

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I entered on a TR and have now used my 60+30, was planning a trip to KL to get another TR.

My question is - based on people’s experience do you think getting the covid stamp instead of going out will tarnish my record, since they are a bit stricter at immigration now?

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The user is considering whether to apply for a Covid extension instead of traveling to Kuala Lumpur for a new tourist visa (TR) after exhausting their current TR visa duration. Responses from the community suggest that obtaining a Covid extension won't negatively impact their immigration record, and in some cases, it may be more favorable than repeatedly applying for back-to-back tourist visas.

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Bobby ********

I think you're better off with a covid extension than back to back tourist visas to be honest.

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Stuart *********

There would be no “tarnishing”. People have been here for over two years on that extension. A few have had issues leaving and then immediately trying to return - which is like a red flag to a bull for an immigration officer. Having one covid extension won’t be an issue - unless you are trying to find ways to stay long term in Thailand without the correct visa.

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when are COVID extensions going to end? I heard they were to end at the end of this month.

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@Luis **********

just been extended until August 24th as the last date to apply. Whether that will be the final one is anyones guess.

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