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What are the requirements for extending a Soft Power visa after the initial six-month classes in Thailand?

Aug 24, 2025
11 hours ago
On the soft Power visa, if I book six months of muay thai/cooking classes for my application, what happens after six months when I get through the immigration? Do I need to show a proof of six more months booked?
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TLDR : Answer Summary
For the Soft Power visa, after completing the initial six months of Muay Thai or cooking classes, you generally do not need to show proof of booking additional classes for subsequent stays. However, if you seek to extend your stay while in Thailand, you may be required to present updated documentation similar to what was initially submitted to the Thai Embassy. During re-entry, proof of continued classes may not be necessary.
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Alex *********
It will be required to present the same set of documents as you submit to the Thai Embassy, but everything is updated to the current date.
Felipe ********
Trying to answer a question when none of us is an IO, and only from personal experience, not sure it will works like that... You will see and only you, when you try to get back to 🇹🇭...
A. ************
No. They kill you right there at the immigration check point. One shot to the dome. 😆
Wes *********
No.
Pete *******
Yes for in country extensions, no for a re-entry.
Anonymous ******************
No.
Greg ********
This is not checked currently.