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What are my options for extending my stay in Thailand due to medical treatment and lockdown in Bhutan?

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Jan 19, 2022

3 years ago

Melissa *********

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I live in Bhutan and came to Thailand for medical care on a tourist visa. I already had to extended my visa for 30 days because of the timing of my medical treatment.  Most of Bhutan is now in lockdown and I am trying to figure out my options in Thailand until lockdown is over in Bhutan.  I am currently in Bangkok.

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A Bhutanese national is currently in Thailand on a tourist visa seeking options for extending their stay due to ongoing medical treatment and a lockdown in Bhutan. They have already extended their visa for 30 days and inquire about further options while in Bangkok. Comments include suggestions to consult with a doctor for medical-related extensions and queries about the process for COVID-19 related visa extensions.

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Melissa *********

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what location do I go to for the covid extension and how do I book an appointment? the website I found doesnt seem to have this option.

3 years ago

Melissa *********

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thanks I was on a 30 day visa exempt and then extended 30 days so I think Muang Thong Thani.

3 years ago

Benjamin ******

@Melissa ********

Correct! You would go to Muang Thong Thani.

3 years ago

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Benjamin ******

@Melissa ********

1. Check your passport. If you entered on a 30 day visa exempt, you would go to Muang Thong Thani. If you entered on a 60 day tourist visa, you will go to Changwattana.

2. You do not need an appointment, however if you want to make an appointment, read this post:

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3 years ago

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Benjamin ******

Ellie *******

Or if you still need medical treatment, talk with your doctor about the possibilities of extension based on medical reasons.

3 years ago

Melissa *********

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the medical treatment was over as I was planning to go back on the 25th. at this point any delay is because of the lockdown

3 years ago

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Melissa *********

Benjamin ******

What is the country of your passport?

3 years ago

Melissa *********

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thank you! good to know!

3 years ago

Melissa *********

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USA. Though I haven't been there in 3.5 years because I have a full time job on contract in Bhutan.

3 years ago

Melissa *********

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thanks I will look into this right away

3 years ago

Xjwhudkwhry ********

@Melissa ********

U better act fast, they might stop issuing those on 25th of Jan...

3 years ago

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Xjwhudkwhry ********

Benjamin ******

@Melissa ********

You can apply for a 60 day extension of stay based on unable to travel due to COVID-19. I have not heard of any Americans being rejected for their first 60 day extension of stay based on unable to travel due to COVID-19 yet. See my "Featured/Pinned" post

3 years ago

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Benjamin ******

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