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What are the chances of getting a 30-day extension for a tourist visa at Koh Phangan after a border run?

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Has anyone tried applying for a 30-day extension for a tourist visa at the Koh Phangan immigration office since the laws have changed? My last entry into Thailand was via a border run in November… I’m wondering what the chances are that I’ll get denied an extension… 🙏
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The user is inquiring about the likelihood of obtaining a 30-day extension for a tourist visa at the Koh Phangan immigration office following their re-entry to Thailand via a border run. Responses indicate that the approval chances may vary based on individual circumstances, history of visa use, and the immigration officer’s discretion. There's a consensus that a record of recent border runs and the intent of staying longer than allowed could negatively impact the extension request.
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Rene ******
Rene ******
Borderrun over land? No extension according to the guidelines
John *********
John *********
Take your the worst that can happen is they will deny you and you will have to leave say within 7 days or if you are arriving in Thailand again, you could be denied entry 🤹🏿‍♂️ 🎲
Pascal ********
Pascal ********
Each situation is different and depends on the immigration officer, so we cannot give exact rules. The best rule is not to exceed 150 days in a year.
Lynnette *******
Lynnette *******
So what reason have you did a border run in November, come back in and want to extend again? Your entry/extension history is what they'll look at to determine if you're living in Thailand and not a tourist.
Lynnette *******
Lynnette *******
There's no change of rules or law. People have abused the visa exempt/no visa entry to live in Thailand and they have taken steps to deter this.
John **********
John **********
What about all your previous histories

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