Ask question

What are the extension options for a tourist visa in Thailand and can it be converted to another visa?

Thailand Visa Tourist Visa Visa Extensions STV Visa TR Visa Education Visa Work Permit Covid-19 Visa Updates

Mar 20, 2021

4 years ago

Parth ************

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hi everyone, I flew in from India on a tourist visa to stay with my parents in thailand (neither one is thai). I was told before flying I'll get 3 extensions for 270 days, but it turns out stv visa is a different type even though I submitted the same documents. How many extensions is it possible to get on this, can this be converted to another visa for a longer stay, and how can this be done?

2,181

views

9

likes

68

all likes

39

replies

1

images

17

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

The original poster arrived in Thailand on a single-entry tourist visa (TR Visa), valid for 60 days with a possible 30-day extension, totaling 90 days. Several comments clarify that, due to ongoing Covid-19 measures, it might also be possible to get two special extensions of 60 days each until September 30. Users suggest other visa options, such as converting to an education or work visa, and recommend contacting a language school or visa agent for assistance{

Adam ****************

.

Like

Reply

Ismail ***********

.

Like

Reply

Mazi *****

Pay 22k for students visa or monk visa😂 you will be good to stay here for 15 months

Like

Reply

Pattaya ****

I like monk visa😇

Like

Reply

Reply to

Pattaya ****

Reply

Martin *******

Great news can I get in to India?

Like

Reply

Milo ****

90 days. It's a regular tourist visa. Look into other options such as education visa, volunteer visa or work permit. In pre-pandemic times with a visa run you could get one more 90 day visa. Unfortunately, it's not an option right now. In a nutshell, a month before your allowed 90 day stay runs up, reach out to a language school or a visa agent. If you can fork out 20 grand, Elite visa might be an interesting option

Like

Reply

Parth ************

ORIGINAL POSTER

thanks for the info, I'll look into the elite visa

Like

Reply

Milo ****

@Parth ***********

20 grand for 5 years. Peace of mind and some premium perks included

Like

Reply

Parth ************

ORIGINAL POSTER

that's 20k per year, or total?

Like

Reply

Milo ****

@Parth ***********

20k USD for 5 years. Education and volunteer visas are at US$1000-1500 a year

Like

Reply

Reply to

Milo ****

Reply

Shane **********

You have the TR 60 day visa which can be extended 30 days for a total of 90 days, confused with the STV 90 day visa which can be extended twice for a total of 270 days.

In any case the TR visa can be extended with the Covid 60 day extension until Match 30 and possibly beyond depending if Immigration decide to extend the Covid program.

Like

Reply

Parth ************

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Shane *********

thanks for the info!

Like

Reply

Reply to

Parth ************

Reply

Paul *******

One normal extension is possible and then maybe continuous 60 day special Covid extensions. At least until September 30 in my opinion.

Like

Reply

Parth ************

ORIGINAL POSTER

thanks for the info!

Like

Reply

Reply to

Parth ************

Reply

Frank ********

See footnote.

Like

Reply

Nitin *******

Hi

@Parth ***********

I would recommed you to go for immigration in Chiang mai. Tourist friendly immigrations.

Apart from that

Question- can you please tell me about the procedure to get this single entry TR visa from India (pandemic era).

Like

Reply

Parth ************

ORIGINAL POSTER

Medical insurance for a year, proof of funds worth 200,000 baht

Like

Reply

Saif ****************

Hi Parth . Please tell me what the are the formalities were asked from you attaining a tourist visa ( pandemic era)

Like

Reply

Parth ************

ORIGINAL POSTER

thanks!

Like

Reply

Reply to

Parth ************

Reply

Harley ********

I am thinking about converting to education visa. Does anyone have advice on the process? Or even employment visa

Like

Reply

Byron *******

I'll be in Phuket doing the same thing so please let me know what happens brother man😅🙏

Like

Reply

Harley ********

awesome mate are you on a tourist visa now? Or coming soon?

Like

Reply

Byron *******

@Harley *******

tourist exemption at the moment. I'm landing in Phuket tomorrow actually. Let me know if you want to get a beer some time bro✌🏻

Like

Reply

Harley ********

awesome I’ll be free and in Phuket on the 1st of April!

Like

Reply

Reply to

Harley ********

Reply

Harley ********

Awesome Thankyou. I’ll be in Phuket so just Phuket immigration I’m guessing?

Like

Reply

Stuart *********

@Harley *******

you will need between 15-21 days left on your current stamp to allow for the processing time. Some offices differ hence the different number of days. You’d need to find out from your local office for their rules.

Like

Reply

Nancy ********

@Stuart ********

is this only counting work days or weekend also?

Like

Reply

Stuart *********

day counts include weekends or holidays.

Like

Reply

Reply to

Stuart *********

Reply

Stuart *********

@Harley *******

find a school doing a course that you want to study, pay the fees for the course and usually they’ll apply for your visa on your behalf.

Like

Reply

Reply to

Stuart *********

Reply

Harley ********

I’m in the same visa

Like

Reply

Stuart *********

Yes that’s a single entry tourist visa. Good for 60 days on arrival. Extendable once for a further 7 days. (Edited 7 rather than 30 as the OP is Indian)

Like

Reply

Parth ************

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thanks for the help. How soon can I apply for the extension?

Like

Reply

Jason ********

Is Filipino 30 or 7? I am American and my wife is Filipino. We planned on both getting 30 day extension in May

Like

Reply

Moomin *********

Brother you won't get a 30 day extension, you'll only get a 7 days extension on a 60days tourist visa. This is because of your indian passport. They only sell 30 days extensions on a 60days TR visa to white people, it's strange but that's how they do things out here. I suggest you to not get an extension on this 60 days tourist visa, just get an unable to travel covid 19 extension .

Like

Reply

Steve *******

@Moomin ********

"white people"? Give it a rest.

Like

Reply

Stuart *********

@Moomin ********

you’re correct. I forgot about the 7 day extension for certain nationalities.

Like

Reply

Moomin *********

@Stuart ********

yeah the IO will have him pay the same 1900baht for 7 days and look at him like his is some kind of intruder from another planet, they think they're living in some special territory in another galaxy. The extension stamp will create problems for his future Visas to Thailand.

Like

Reply

Reply to

Moomin *********

Reply

Parth ************

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Stuart ********

thanks for the quick reply. Is there no way to get 60 day extensions on this post the 30 day extensions?

Like

Reply

Stuart *********

@Parth ***********

that depends on whether the Thai government extend the option to apply for a “Unable to travel due to Covid” extension. Currently that option ends on March 30th. It *may* be extended but we just don’t know yet.

Like

Reply

Reply to

Stuart *********

Reply

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

... members · 60% approval rate

The Thai Visa Advice And Everything Else group allows for a broad range of discussions on life in Thailand, beyond just visa inquiries.

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

View the Conversation

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

What visa options are available for a UK citizen wanting to stay in Thailand for 90 days?

11 comments

2 years ago

Can I extend my STV visa for a third time in Thailand?

3 comments

2 years ago

What are the options for extending a 3-month visa in Thailand after a long break?

4 comments

3 years ago

What visa options are available for staying in Thailand for 8-9 months from September 2022 to May 2023?

8 comments

3 years ago

How long can you stay in Thailand on a tourist visa and what are the extension options?

38 comments

3 years ago

Is it possible to extend a Special Tourist Visa (STV) in Thailand, and when should I apply for the extension?

10 comments

3 years ago

Can I extend a 60-day TR visa for an extra 30 days in Koh Samui, and what about the special tourist visa?

1 comments

3 years ago

Can I extend my Special Tourist Visa (STV) in Thailand after 270 days?

3 comments

3 years ago

Can I extend my Thai tourist visa for another 30 days after a 60-day visa and a 30-day extension?

14 comments

3 years ago

What are my options for extending my stay in Thailand after my initial 90 days on a tourist visa?

15 comments

3 years ago

What are my options for extending my stay in Thailand beyond 90 days on a tourist visa?

7 comments

3 years ago

What are my best options for staying in Thailand for 5 months with a tourist visa?

22 comments

3 years ago

Is it possible to extend a single entry tourist visa in Thailand beyond 90 days?

11 comments

3 years ago

What visa options are available for staying in Thailand for more than 90 days as a tourist?

2 comments

3 years ago

Can I apply for the STV visa to stay in Thailand for 9 months, and what are my options for a long-term tourist visa?

17 comments

3 years ago

What are the expiration details and extension options for the STV in Thailand?

8 comments

3 years ago

Are Special Tourist Visas still available for Thailand, or should I opt for a regular TR Visa?

5 comments

3 years ago

Can I get a second 3-month extension for my STV before September 30th?

9 comments

4 years ago

Can I extend my normal Tourist Visa multiple times like the STV in Thailand?

4 comments

4 years ago

Is the STV in Thailand a tourist visa and how does the quarantine affect my stay?

9 comments

4 years ago

Can I extend my 60+30 day tourist visa in Thailand beyond 90 days, and what options are available?

13 comments

4 years ago

Which is the better option for staying long-term in Thailand: STV or tourist visa?

18 comments

4 years ago

What are the options for US expats after the STV visa ends in Thailand?

19 comments

4 years ago

What are my options for extending my stay in Thailand on a TR Visa beyond the allowed 60+30 days?

14 comments

4 years ago

Is the STV visa available in Thailand, and can a TR visa be extended after 3 months?

22 comments

4 years ago

Data protection policy Terms and conditions Disclaimer Privacy policy Refund policy

The asq:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.