What are the differences between a COVID visa extension and a regular 30-day extension in Thailand?

Jul 19, 2022
2 years ago
Jamie ***********
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Going to lak si immigration to request covid visa later this week and just wondering if it is any different from a regular 30 day extension. I.e documents required/ reason for extension etc

TIA for any pointers
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The discussion focuses on the process of applying for a COVID visa extension at Lak Si Immigration compared to a regular extension. Key points include that for a COVID extension, required documents may include forms, passport copies, and evidence of accommodation. It's suggested that applicants might be asked for an Embassy letter or proof of exit plans. Some users share their experiences, such as receiving an under consideration stamp and the necessity of obtaining a regular extension first before being eligible for a COVID extension.
Biff *******
If you haven't already got your available 30 day extension, they might just give you that instead.
Jamie ***********
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@Biff ******
you have to get the 30 normal extension first before being applicable for the covid extension. My 30 day extension expires on the 22nd hence the need/ hope for the covid extension lol
Ryan ********
I did a COVID extension today in Chaeng Wattana from an NON-ED. I was not asked any questions. Just showed the forms, passport copies and TM30 which was stamped and I had to sign.

I got an under consideration stamp until August 9th
Jamie ***********
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@Ryan *******
ahh okay , I gotta go to lak si as I am under visa exempt currently, however as it’s my first covid visa extension I’m hoping they’ll be okay with it even without ongoing travel .
Jamie ***********
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Yeh thanks , I’m sure the UK don’t provide such a letter so I might book a ticket out. Doesn’t matter if it’s a bus ticket instead of flight right ?
Tod *********
this is what they could ask for getting a covid extension
Robert *******
They might ask for an Embassy letter or/and a ticket out of Thailand.

Have a plan B as land borders are open and international airports are still open for use.
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