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What are the requirements for a 90-day extension on a Special Tourist Visa (STV) in Thailand?
Special Tourist Visa (STV)Visa ExtensionAccommodation RequirementsProof of InsuranceImmigration ProceduresTravel RestrictionsThailand Immigration Office
Jun 2, 2021
5 years ago
Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTERI 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
TLDR : 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.
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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 ********
Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTERI 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 *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@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 ********
@Ian ********
they want to see the 🆔 and tax number of those renting the properties Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@James *******
ok thanks for info 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 .
Raimund *************
@James *******
and they told him, he can apply for extension until latest 30th September and stay until December James ********
@Raimund ************
incredible...TITEllie *******
@Ian ********
Or maybe you can use a full refund reservation on change or cancellation if you wish...Reply to
Ellie *******
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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.
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Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTERProof 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 *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Tod ********
ok thanks Reply to
Ian *********
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เทอร์รี่ **********
last month i do a stv extension they dont ask me show ticket
Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTERDo they accept air Bnb invoice ?
เทอร์รี่ **********
@Ian ********
i dont know , i use tuneinsurance you can google Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@เทอร์รี่ *********
yes I have that insurance thanks Reply to
Ian *********
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เทอร์รี่ **********
yes and need full insurance cover
Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTERDid they want 90 days accommodation proof?
เทอร์รี่ **********
pattaya
Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@เทอร์รี่ *********
thanks I’m here too 🤞Reply to
Ian *********
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Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@เทอร์รี่ *********
what province was it done at. Starting to relax abit lol Reply to
Ian *********
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Ian *********
ORIGINAL POSTERWhat 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 *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Benjamin *****
yeah Reply to
Ian *********
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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 :( Reply to
Tod *********
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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
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