Ask question

This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.

What are my options for extending my stay in Thailand after arriving on a visa exempt status?

Visa Extension Tourism Visa Thailand Immigration Visa Exempt Travel Restrictions Qatar Red List

Mar 23, 2021

4 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hi I flew to Thailand from Manchester on March 10th and I’m due to fly home on April 19th but due to Qatar being added to the red list I’m considering extending my stay. What are my options in terms of extending?I flew out here on visa exempt! Any info would be appreciated! Thanks

1,751

views

3

likes

52

all likes

20

replies

1

images

4

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is seeking information on options to extend their stay in Thailand after arriving on a visa-exempt basis, particularly in light of travel restrictions affecting their original return plans. Community advice suggests that they may apply for a 30-day extension based on tourism for a fee at the local immigration office, and there are suggestions regarding alternative travel arrangements.

Pelle Eriksson

Pelle Eriksson★★★★★

Absolutely Bangkok's best service I highly...

recently on Facebook

Luca G.

Luca G.★★★★★

I used this agency for my DTV Visa...

recently on Google

Trusted Thai Visa Agent

OVER 100,000 EXPATS SERVED

#1 VISA AGENT IN THAILAND

Benjamin ******

One zone, two zones, red zones, blue zones

Say, what a lot of zones there are!

Yes, some are red, and some are blue

Some are old, and some are new

Some are sad, and some are glad.

And some zones are very very bad!

Which zones are sad or bad or glad?

Which zones require trains or planes?

I do not know, ask your…

Local embassy or Thai consulate!

They would know the answer.

Commenting closed.

Like

Reply

Phil **********

Get a refund from Qatar and book an alternative route

Like

Reply

Kieran *******

air france is an option

Like

Reply

Jack ******

ORIGINAL POSTER

I’ll look into it mate, keeping my options open for now as I’m only due to come out of ASQ in a few days so have plenty of time! thanks

Like

Reply

Kieran *******

also via Singapore. But yes, Qatar is a loss. Good luck

Like

Reply

Reply to

Kieran *******

Reply

Jack ******

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Phil **********

I plan to get a refund but due to the recent news in the UK I believe it’s going to become increasingly hard to return home without spending £1750 on a quarantine hotel!

Like

Reply

Phil **********

Yoi can qt at home if you dont travel through a red list country....i am stuck here, but it suits me

Like

Reply

Jack ******

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Phil **********

how come you are stuck?

Like

Reply

Reply to

Jack ******

Reply

Benjamin ******

Assuming you don't qualify for other extension of stays, you can get a 30 day extension of stay based on tourism for 1,900 THB at the local immigration office. This will add 30 days to your existing stamp

Like

Reply

Jack ******

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Benjamin *****

Thanks for the reply mate! As the covid extension ends March 30th I wouldn’t be able to apply for that. I’ll look into 30 day tourism extension! Cheers again

Like

Reply

Darren *******

@Benjamin *****

ubon

Like

Reply

Benjamin ******

I don't think the OP is in Ubon though. But if he lives there, good

Like

Reply

Darren *******

@Benjamin *****

Like

Reply

Reply to

Darren *******

Reply

Darren *******

@Benjamin *****

I've been here since march 21st 2020 on a Tourist visa they have never asked me to do the 30 day extension while covid extensions are available.

Like

Reply

James ********

most offices will not allow a COVID 60 days extension unless you have used the 30 days you are entitled to first.

Like

Reply

Benjamin ******

Which immigration office are you using?

Like

Reply

Reply to

Benjamin ******

Reply

Darren *******

you can apply before your visa expires for the covid extension say on the 29th March

Like

Reply

Jack ******

ORIGINAL POSTER

Cheers for the reply! Still considering my options and have plenty of time so I’m not worried, yet , haha

Like

Reply

Benjamin ******

Maybe, maybe not. Most immigration offices want a person to get a 30 day extension of stay based on tourism first

Like

Reply

Reply to

Benjamin ******

Reply

Benjamin ******

you're welcome!

Like

Reply

Reply to

Benjamin ******

Reply

Thai Visa Advice

... members · 40% approval rate

The Thai Visa Advice group is a specialized Q&A forum for visa-related topics in Thailand, ensuring detailed responses.

Thai Visa Advice

View the Conversation

Thai Visa Advice

How can I extend my stay in Thailand beyond the initial 30 days without risking rejection?

57 comments

a year ago

What are the best options for extending my stay in Thailand after using multiple visa exemptions?

24 comments

2 years ago

Can I extend my visa exemption in Thailand after immigration questioning?

33 comments

2 years ago

What are the options for extending a UK citizen's Visa exemption in Thailand?

17 comments

2 years ago

What are my options to extend my 45-day visa exempt stay in Thailand until March 1st?

15 comments

2 years ago

What are my options for extending my stay in Thailand on a British passport after a 30-day visa exempt entry?

11 comments

2 years ago

What are my options for extending my stay in Thailand and returning if my covid extension expires?

9 comments

3 years ago

What are my options for extending my stay in Thailand after my current visa extension?

6 comments

3 years ago

What are the options for extending a 45-day visa in Thailand to stay until March?

4 comments

3 years ago

How long can I extend my visa exempt stay in Thailand and what reasons are acceptable for the extension?

5 comments

4 years ago

Can I extend my 45-day visa exemption for an additional 30 days or apply for a Covid 60-day option in Thailand?

3 comments

4 years ago

How can I extend my 45-day visa exemption in Thailand and what are the requirements?

2 comments

4 years ago

Can I change my visa-exempt entry to a longer stay in Thailand while coming from Myanmar?

22 comments

4 years ago

Can I extend my stay in Thailand after my visa exemption stamp expires?

6 comments

4 years ago

Can I extend my work visa in Thailand for one month due to flight cancellations caused by COVID-19?

20 comments

4 years ago

Can I extend my 30-day visa exemption in Thailand to stay for a total of 90 days?

68 comments

4 years ago

What Are My Options for Extending My Stay in Thailand Beyond May?

6 comments

5 years ago

What options do I have to extend my stay in Thailand after my tourist visa expires due to COVID-19 travel issues?

8 comments

5 years ago

What options do I have to extend my stay in Thailand after starting a 30-day extension with a letter from the UK embassy?

9 comments

5 years ago

What are my options for extending my stay in Thailand after entering on a 30-day visa exemption?

4 comments

5 years ago

What options does my friend have for visa extension in Thailand after a 30-day exempt visa due to COVID-19?

4 comments

5 years ago

What Should I Do About My Expiring Visa During Possible Lockdown in Thailand?

10 comments

5 years ago

What Are My Options for Extending a 30-Day Exemption in Thailand Without Access to HCM or Laos?

6 comments

5 years ago

What are my options for extending my 30-day visa exemption in Thailand?

11 comments

7 years ago

How can I extend my 30-day visa exemption in Thailand for an additional two months?

11 comments

7 years ago

Data protection policy Terms and conditions Disclaimer Privacy policy Refund policy

The asq:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.