Hi guys and girls, new here. Thanks for the ad, looking for some advice as I'm getting told many different things...
Three months ago I got in udon Thani a three month non O volunteer visa. I've been told I can not transfer to an education on this visa.
One agent has told me my only option is to extend for 12 months. At 59,000thb
Another agent has said I have to cancel my visa first then go back to a tourist visa then apply for the education. But I have to return to issan to do this as I'm in Phuket.
My visa expires in four days and the border is closed! Surely if it expires in four days and the border is closed I would be allowed to get the extension till January giving me time to sort out what company to get my education visa with ?
I've been instructed I will be on overstay once it finishes. I keep getting told a different story and the price keeps going up. Hoping someone is able to let me know what to do.
Thank you in advance
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is facing confusion regarding their options for extending or changing their non O volunteer visa before it expires in four days. They are receiving conflicting advice from agents about whether they can extend their current visa, switch to an education visa, or if they need to cancel their existing visa and obtain a tourist visa first. There are suggestions from other users recommending reaching out to the volunteer organization for assistance, as well as warnings about the legitimacy of agents. Additionally, the discussion highlights the issues surrounding visa overstay and the urgent need for action before the expiration date.
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