Answered5 years ago
What are the requirements for a 90-day extension on a Special Tourist Visa (STV) in Thailand?
I will be doing a visa extension for STV 90
Day soon. They are asking for a return airline ticket. Also proof of condo rental or other accommodation for entire stay in Thailand. With all sorts of documents from the rental person. So they basically saying you can’t travel around Thailand just be stuck in one place! Crazy anyone got info on this ?
Thanks
Day soon. They are asking for a return airline ticket. Also proof of condo rental or other accommodation for entire stay in Thailand. With all sorts of documents from the rental person. So they basically saying you can’t travel around Thailand just be stuck in one place! Crazy anyone got info on this ?
Thanks
Answer summary
When applying for a 90-day extension on a Special Tourist Visa (STV) in Thailand, applicants must provide documentation including proof of accommodation for the entire extension period, a fully paid airline ticket, and appropriate insurance coverage. However, requirements can vary significantly by immigration office, leading to inconsistent enforcement. Some users report being asked for proof of reservations and original receipts, while others have successfully obtained extensions with minimal documentation. It is recommended to consult directly with the immigration office you plan to visit for specific requirements.
37 repliesnewest first
Click comment and we will ask for your email, then OTP, then name.
Benjamin ******
I'm shutting this down:
1. The STV *VISA* itself is a 90 day visa that lets you stay in Thailand.
2. For people who are already in Thailand, you will be apply for a
"90 day extension of stay based on having a STV"
which is a big difference.
3. It looks like the 90 day extension of stay based on having a STV" is implemented haphazardly between different immigration offices.
The specific, technical requirements from *Bangkok Immigration* are attached.
Everything should be self explanatory. Point 7 is:
- Proof of pre-paid hotel booking with Tax ID number, OR a rental contract, OR your house book.
Point 8 is:
- Proof of insurance that meets the same entry requirements that you used to get the STV.
How do different immigration offices implement these points?
Nobody knows.
*TALK* to your immigration office about what their expectations are. If they gave you some type of handout asking for some strange documents, go through each point with them, and ask them exactly what it means and the documents they expect.
Thank you!
1. The STV *VISA* itself is a 90 day visa that lets you stay in Thailand.
2. For people who are already in Thailand, you will be apply for a
"90 day extension of stay based on having a STV"
which is a big difference.
3. It looks like the 90 day extension of stay based on having a STV" is implemented haphazardly between different immigration offices.
The specific, technical requirements from *Bangkok Immigration* are attached.
Everything should be self explanatory. Point 7 is:
- Proof of pre-paid hotel booking with Tax ID number, OR a rental contract, OR your house book.
Point 8 is:
- Proof of insurance that meets the same entry requirements that you used to get the STV.
How do different immigration offices implement these points?
Nobody knows.
*TALK* to your immigration office about what their expectations are. If they gave you some type of handout asking for some strange documents, go through each point with them, and ask them exactly what it means and the documents they expect.
Thank you!
Raimund *************
...by the way, just received a report from an STV extension done today in Chiang Mai - no insurance, no accomodation asked (no flight ticket as well). And he was told he can apply for an extension again until latest September 30th and stay until December.
🤷🏽♂️ #TIT
🤷🏽♂️ #TIT
James ********
James ********
@Raimund ************
most interesting...@Tod ********
Ian *********
OPI don’t want to move around but don’t want to book well ahead just in case. The same thing can be said about the ED visa as you need to attend the classes. It’s getting harder work to enjoy yourself out here 😔
Benjamin ******
@Ian ********
>The same thing can be said about the ED visa as you need to attend the classes. IThe ED visas are for students who want to study. If you are not a student, then you do not qualify for an ED visa
Tod *********
@Ian ********
so make a booking you can cancel (like on agoda or someplace) Ian *********
OP@Tod ********
they are asking for original receipts from rental contracts don’t think cancelling would work also don’t want to take the chance. Think they realise ppl book and cancel for free. James ********
@Raimund ************
incredible...TITRaimund *************
@James *******
and they told him, he can apply for extension until latest 30th September and stay until December James ********
@Ian ********
and @Raimund ************
reports that on the German expats group there is a reported expat who in Chiang Mai obtained his STV extension without all the added proofs... And in Phuket they wanted all proofs and only allowed expat to stamp in to Sept 30th...
And in Bangkok they denied an extension because the expat did not have the correct insurance required for the STV extension .
Ian *********
OP@James *******
ok thanks for info James ********
@Ian ********
they want to see the 🆔 and tax number of those renting the properties 
Ellie *******
@Ian ********
Or maybe you can use a full refund reservation on change or cancellation if you wish...
Tina ********
Yes I think this is generally the intention behind the STV - that you stay in once place. To even get ours in the first place we had to show we had booked a place to stay for the entire duration (including our possible extension). I think this is standard, but indeed doesn't allow for much flexibility if that is what you were looking for.
Ellie *******
it doesn't say you have to have one place for 90days, but you need reservation of accommodation for whole extension period.
Ian *********
OPProof of reservation of fully paid airline ticket.
Tod *********
@Ian ********
they are not asking for proof of onward travel. they are HAMMERING people for the insurance for the next 90 days AND accomodations for the next 90 days Ian *********
OP@Tod ********
ok thanks 
เทอร์รี่ **********
last month i do a stv extension they dont ask me show ticket
Ian *********
OPDo they accept air Bnb invoice ?
เทอร์รี่ **********
@Ian ********
i dont know , i use tuneinsurance you can google Ian *********
OP@เทอร์รี่ *********
yes I have that insurance thanks เทอร์รี่ **********
yes and need full insurance cover
Ian *********
OPDid they want 90 days accommodation proof?
เทอร์รี่ **********
pattaya
Ian *********
OP@เทอร์รี่ *********
thanks I’m here too 🤞Ian *********
OP@เทอร์รี่ *********
what province was it done at. Starting to relax abit lol Ian *********
OPWhat is meant by this
Benjamin ******
That looks like the requirements fro the STV, not the 90 day extension of stay based on STV
Benjamin ******
@Ian ********
Did you get that at the immigration office in Pattaya?Ian *********
OP@Benjamin *****
yeah 
Jason ***********
The STV is the worst visa to get right now, yes you will need to arrange your accomodations ahead of time.
Tod *********
@Jason **********
it sure does have more than its fair share of hoops to jump thru to get a 90 day extension :( Tod *********
AFAIK, they are not asking for onward travel when you get a 90 day extension on an STV,
BUT
They are asking for
Proof of ASQ
Proof of where you were staying
Proof of where you will be staying for the next 90 days
relevant copies of your passport/departure card
possibly a TM30 receipt (to show where you're staying now)
proof of insurance for the next 90 day extension
BUT
They are asking for
Proof of ASQ
Proof of where you were staying
Proof of where you will be staying for the next 90 days
relevant copies of your passport/departure card
possibly a TM30 receipt (to show where you're staying now)
proof of insurance for the next 90 day extension
Activity
9 joined9
people
Related
25What documents are required for a one-year extension of a Non-O visa regarding accommodation in Thailand?
3.3k21032mo
What are the requirements for a 30-day extension of a 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?
2.4k16221y
What are the requirements and tips for extending a 180-day visa in Chiang Mai, Thailand?
2k16162y
What are the current procedures and requirements for extending a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?
416132y
What are the requirements for a successful DTV extension application in Thailand?
15.3k852092y
How do I obtain a Non-Immigrant Visa and a Marriage Visa in Thailand?
934452y
What documents do I need to submit for my ME tourist visa extension in Thailand?
517212y
What documents are required for a 30-day tourist visa extension in Thailand?
1.2k5143y
Can I extend my tourist visa online in Thailand and what are the requirements for an extension?
1.4k9113y
What are the requirements for extending a stay in Thailand on a visa exemption while in Ko Phangan?
6.3k47754y
What are the requirements and process for extending a 90-day non-O visa for Thai spouses in Thailand?
1.2k6114y
What documents are required to change from a Tourist visa to a Non-O visa in Thailand for retirement, and is the TM.7 form needed?
823245y
What documents are needed for extending a Special Tourist Visa (STV) in Thailand?
1.9k1775y
What are the extension possibilities for the Special Tourist Visa (STV) in Thailand after 30th September 2022?
1.7k13105y
What are the options for extending my stay in Thailand for another 60 days on a tourist visa?
2.2k18145y
What are the requirements for extending a Special Tourist Visa (STV) in Thailand?
1.8k14125y
What is the process for obtaining a tourist visa and extension in Thailand via e-visa?
685165y
What are the requirements for obtaining a 60-day visa extension in Thailand during COVID-19?
2.8k16415y
What should I do about overstaying my visa in Thailand due to conflicting stamp dates?
1.4k7175y
What are the experiences and requirements for extending a Special Tourist Visa (STV) in Thailand?
1.5k10125y
What is the process for extending a Special Tourist Visa (STV) in Koh Samui?
8992145y
What are the application procedures and reporting requirements for a Thai Spouse Visa extension?
635236y
What are the requirements and timeline for extending a Non-Immigrant O-A visa in Thailand based on Retirement?
10.1k109448y
What are the requirements and process for extending a Non-O Visa in Thailand?
1.1k4138y
What are the requirements and costs to extend a 30-day visa in Thailand for an additional 3 months?
924488y
Resources
Need help with 90-day reporting?
Trusted service that gets people to a real agent fast