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What are the details of the new E-Extension Visa service in Phuket via VFS Global?

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Dec 27, 2023
a year ago
Phil ******
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Gather this new service for Phuket will be via VFS Global as well.

The E-Extension Visa service is currently available at Immigration Bureau 1 in Bangkok, as well as Immigration Offices in Chonburi, Phuket, and Chiang Mai.
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The new E-Extension Visa service in Phuket will be available through VFS Global, similar to how it is currently offered at Immigration Bureau 1 in Bangkok and other locations like Chonburi and Chiang Mai. There are mixed feelings about this service, with concerns over its efficiency and additional costs, as users still need to visit the immigration office for the visa stamp.
Neil ********
VFS the main visa agent in many countries. Systems still awkward though
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Stuart *********
Can’t see yet how this will simplify extensions. It’s more expensive and you still have to go the immigration to get the stamp put in.
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Jo **********
i wonder how this will go
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Phil ******
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@Jo *********
 agree has VFS Global got an office in Phuket?
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Jo **********
@Phil *****
 sorry what’s VFS?
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Phil ******
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 "The E-Extension service, launched in November last year as a trial for foreigners residing in Bangkok, is provided in partnership with VFS GLOBAL, the authorised partner for the UK Government to receive passport applications from British citizens."
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Mark *********
@Phil *****
 VFS also is the Canadian agent for the same.
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Phil ******
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@Mark ********
 funny a thaivand Aussie one too
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@Phil *****
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@Phil *****
 that’s interesting and useful
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Phil ******
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