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What are the new emergency extension options for non-Chinese nationals in Thailand?

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Feb 28, 2020
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Tod *********
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This might be of interest to people as it takes effect from today onward.

They DID open up the "emergency extension" process to people other than chinese nationals.

READ the article you need to get a letter from your consulate. Contact your consulate to see how to get this letter if you can't travel.

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Remember you need to do this BEFORE you start overstaying.
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Starting today, the emergency extension process has been opened to non-Chinese nationals in Thailand. To utilize this option, individuals need to obtain a letter from their consulate and it is crucial to do this before beginning to overstay their visa.
James ********
And we have covered the basic options. Check with your Embassy or Consulate for added information.

And with Thai Immigration.

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JD *******
This totally looks like a terrorist-style execution is about to fo down.
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Ron *******
The only place you lot will be going, is home. There are no restrictions for you to travel there.
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Tod *********
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Bobby ****
Are there any travel issues that anyone knows of if I went to HCMC vietnam next Wednesday for my new visa as of right now?
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 check with your airline to see if still flying on schedule.
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Tod *********
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that is something you're gonna hafta keep up on yourself sorry.
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thanks I was just about to ask about the waiving of fines -- I'm due for a border run early march, can I delay it simply because I don't want to be exposed to crowds, transport, etc?
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Benjamin ******
I'm almost 100% certain the answer is no. But ask your immigration office if they can issue you some type of special waiver and let us know what they say.
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Kay *****
Hmm without reading the article, what if I have a edu visa that's expiring in 6 weeks time, no more extensions allowed.
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Tod *********
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yeah, I highly doubt you're gonna get an extension just because you are running out of ED visa extensions and looking for a way to maximize your time here. :/

Check with YOUR conuslate..
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Benjamin ******
You should read the article for more information first, it may answer your question.
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Scott *******
what country are you from?
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James ********
I like the armed police lined up behind to indicate how serious it is
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Dai **********
They are there as the front line defence to shoot away those pesky viruses that come near the top brass. Simple explanation
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 maybe they are just frightened 🤔
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Tod *********
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totally a strange picture to use for a news blurb that says foreigners can extend their stay by 30 days if their travel plans are disrupted due to covid-19
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Tony *********
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 ....yep, massive overkill that is ....going to bust some serious crime lords with that announcement😂😂😂
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Adrian *************
Wonder what your consulate has to do with it. They should make it more easy if you really not safe flying home
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Tod *********
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The chinese consulate over by rama 9 has been giving out letters to their citizens so they can get extensions. It's a pretty trouble free process

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believe me there are a LOT more chinese here than westerners.
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Benjamin ******
Probably to confirm that you can't return home.
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