Hey, I am on a covid-19 visa since 2020. My visa is expiring the mid of September. What are my options? I ideally would like to remain on a tourist visa. Does it mean I need to leave the country and then come back with a return ticket?
Any help much appreciated ๐
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The user is currently on a COVID-19 visa that will expire in mid-September and is exploring options to remain in Thailand, ideally on a tourist visa. Comments suggest that she may need to leave the country and apply for a tourist visa at a nearby Thai consulate or return on a free entry stamp, with warnings about potential scrutiny upon re-entry due to her long stay on COVID extensions. It's indicated that she should prepare documentation proving her travel intentions, accommodation, and financial means to ensure a smooth re-entry.