What advice is there for obtaining a Non-O visa extension in Thailand?

Question

I made two posts about obtaining an O-visa and extention and in both I was shot down by a number of people whilst detailing my lived experiences. Thought I was being helpful telling the truth.

Well today I have my year extension and reentry permit. No serious issues and no expensive agents to circumnavigate or cheat the system .

Wish anyone doing the same well, do not be discourage.

I will however give you two pieces of advise:
1. Make sure any photo copies you present are clear
2. Make sure the last entry in your bank book is either a deposit, preferred  or withdrawal on the day you submit it with the letter from the bank.

Ask Thailand · Answer

The author shares their successful experience of obtaining a Non-O visa extension and reentry permit in Thailand, despite previous negative feedback on their posts. They emphasize two key pieces of advice: ensuring that photocopies are clear and that the last entry in the bank book shows a recent deposit or withdrawal. Several comments highlight the variability between different immigration offices, with insights on their procedures, the importance of asking for checklists, and the overall experience of expats navigating the visa process in various provinces.

Stephen ******** · Answer

I knew I would apply for a marriage visa this time, so when I was over in December I asked the office what I needed. They gave me a printed A 4 sheet and said if I have everything on there I will be ok. I got a call yesterday telling me my visa is ready to collect. I am off in 30 minutes to get it.

My local office is Kalasin who I have always found very helpful if you ask and don’t assume.

My local office is Kalasin who I have always found very helpful if you ask and don’t assume.

François ************* · Answer

1. Pics should be in color, that’s what required for visa based on marriage.

Graeme ******* · Answer

The visa agents don't  cheat or circumvent the system . All involved get their palms greased including the the office you have to go too.

ExcitingA********** · Answer

"Farang walking" hahaha whuttt

Cris ****** · Answer

Also factor in. Every IO office is different

Jesper ******* · Answer

Good for u to do your extensions without any issues.....your sharing of experience will be great for those who are trying to do the extension themselves....ignore the negative comments they are not worth your time

Johannes ****************** · Answer

In CR they have checklists available with the relevant requirements, printed on colored paper and every year a different color so one knows its the latest. I always get one at my 90 day report before  I need to extend my stay.

GenuineS******** · Answer

Ban the trolls 🙏

Paul ********** · Answer

Unfortunately there are some miserable bitter old men here, sone are totally clueless too. Glad they didn't put you off

Justin ********** · Answer

With all these things, comments and pieces of advice the most important factor is often, which immigration office.

Having gotten visas and extensions at 7-8 different provinces and offices over the years they all have different procedures and policies. And of course, this being Thailand, those procedures and policies change regularly too.