Hey gang,
Would appreciate any info / experiences regarding extending the last entry stamp on a 6-month METV (multiple entry tourist visa) post-amnesty.
I arrived Feb 26 to get the last 60-day stamp before my METV expired, this was valid until end of April but by then amnesty kicked in. All along, immigration told me I would be able to extend that 60-day stamp with the usual 30-day extension which would commence from the date amnesty ends (with the normal process and no extra documentation / requirements).
However with the latest amnesty to Sept 26, they are now telling me I can only do the 30-day extension with a letter from my embassy or from a doctor. And I’ve seen this reflected in some Thai documentation and PR Thai inforgraphics on FB. And assuming that’s the case, it has been suggested I should wait until September to apply as any claim made today that I can’t fly or go back to Canada may be challenged some weeks from now (fluid situation, rationale that may be valid now might not be valid in 5 weeks). This info was received mostly from an IO in Surat Thani and from the 1178 hotline.
I am from Canada and will be hopefully hearing back tomorrow whether they will provide me / anyone with a letter from the embassy or not. So I am trying to confirm the facts / process here, and assess whether it’s likely I can do this extension or if I need to rush ahead immediately with an ED or similar visa given the tight deadline / turnaround timeframes.
Again any info is GREATLY appreciated 🙏
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is seeking clarification on the process for extending their 60-day entry stamp granted under a 6-month Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) in light of recent changes to the amnesty policy in Thailand. Initially, immigration informed them that they could extend their stamp without additional documentation post-amnesty. However, they have been told that now, extensions may require a letter from their embassy or medical documentation. The user is also considering waiting until September to apply for the extension, as the situation appears to be fluid.
