What are the best short-term extension options for a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

Non-O Visa Visa Extension Retirement Visa COVID Extensions Thailand Immigration Short-Term Stay Options

May 17, 2022

3 years ago

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Hello. I’m currently on a Non-O based on retirement that expires next week. I asked in here earlier about extending my stay via an extension denial (7 days) and a request for a covid extension was recommended. I’ve just read somewhere else that covid extensions aren’t allowed for Non-O’s so I’m not sure if that is an option for me. Can someone recommend the best short term extension option that is not extending my Non-O? Thanks. And can that be obtained at a different Imm Office than my local one since I won’t be here? Thanks again.

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The user is seeking advice on short-term extension options for their Non-O retirement visa, which expires soon. They've heard conflicting information about COVID extensions for this visa type and are looking for alternatives that don't involve extending their Non-O visa. Community members suggest visiting an immigration office to explore a 60-day extension based on specific circumstances, such as family visits or being unable to travel. Additionally, they mention the possibility of applying for a COVID extension but advise checking with the local immigration office due to varying interpretations of regulations.

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Bobby ********

This might be a dumb question, but why don't you simply extend your non-O retirement?

3 years ago

James ********

@Bobby *******

he tried...

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Lyndon ************

Covid extension scheme was revised to now include non-imm visas.

Best bet is to ask your immigration office if they will grant you one before the scheme finishes

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You turned off commenting before I could reply.

You should read this post by Tod Daniels regarding covid extensions and Non-imm. Although each and every office will have it's own interpretation...

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Also make an appointment for your next visit to immigration here. Print it off and take with.

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3 years ago

Scott ********

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@Lyndon ***********

I think that might be backwards. I did ask for a Covid extension and when she went in to check she came back and said I can’t because I’m on a Non-O. So I asked for a 7 day denial which she was going to give me but that would’ve been number 150 when they were on number 87. So I might give it another go tomorrow because I’m not sure I can get it from a different IMM Office.

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Robert *******

Walk into an Immigration Office with your passport, explain why you want to stay longer than allowed and how long you like to stay. Ask them the possibities to obtain a legal stay for that period.

Only options available is:

60 Days Extension of Stay based on visiting family (if you're married of has children)

60 Day Extension of Stay based on being unable to travel

Application denied and 7 days to leave the country.

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