What are the chances of the Special Tourist Visa (STV) being extended in September?

Aug 7, 2022
2 years ago
Tammy **************
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What are the chances that the STV (special tourist visa). Will be extended again in September

We are coming for 90 days and this one would be our best one to get
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The chances of the Special Tourist Visa (STV) being extended in September appear low, as it was originally introduced as a temporary measure during Covid restrictions, which are no longer in effect. Alternatives such as standard tourist visas, which can be extended for an additional 30 days in Thailand, may be more suitable for short stays.
Dan *******
I had the STV in 2021 and it was fine.
Bobby ********
You're asking people to guess what will happen. Ok, so keep this in mind, the STV was introduced as a stop-gap measure to help people remain in the country during the covid restrictions. There are no longer any restrictions. The STV is now surplus to requirements. It no longer serves any useful function. That should give you the answer
Brandon ************
If you're only going to Thailand for 90 days, the STV is one of the worst options.

Just get a tourist visa and extend it for 30 days in the country.

STV requires insurance, criminal background check, prepaid lodging for the entire duration of your stay. It's a terrible visa.
Tammy **************
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@Brandon ***********
That was my plan , wasn’t sure if the STV would be better if it gets extended

We are going to be in Lipe

One week there, leaving on day 60, the two week before Lipe we will be on Lanta for two weeks

Just trying to figure out where to get the extension
Brandon ************
@Tammy *************
you can apply when you have 30 days left at most offices. So you'll have a 30 day window to decide. Pick a hotel you're at within your last 30 days and ask for your TM30 and take it to immigration with you for extension
Tammy **************
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@Brandon ***********
Thank you so much, this was our stress where and how to get it
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