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What documents do I need for an extension of amnesty with an embassy letter while transitioning to a NON-B visa in Thailand?

Visa Extension Thailand Visa Amnesty NON-B Visa US Embassy Visa Requirements Expat Help

Sep 11, 2020

5 years ago

Nicholas **********

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I’m on amnesty. A school would like to hire me, but I need my diploma certified before they can do so. In order to acquire the time required for all that, my school has suggested I apply for an extension with an Embassy letter and then transfer to a non-b when I’ve got it certified. I’m an American citizen in Bangkok. 

What else do I need aside from the letter? Is this even possible? I’ve been hearing mixed answers. Thanks all.

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The user is currently on amnesty and has been offered a job in Thailand that requires diploma certification. They seek advice on obtaining an extension of amnesty using a letter from the embassy and the transition to a NON-B visa. Comments provide details on necessary documentation for the extension, including various copies from the passport, a fee, and an appointment with immigration. Users also share resources for obtaining the embassy letter related to COVID-19 travel restrictions.

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Nicholas **********

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Thanks all

5 years ago

Tod *********

To get the US consulate unable to travel due to covid letter you go to this link, then you click the Entry and Exit Requirement and there is a link in that section that has a google form that you fill out and they will email you the embassy letter in about 24 hours

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5 years ago

Benjamin ******

Where you'll go to get the extension of the amnesty depends on what visa you used to enter Thailand. I'm attaching a flyer from Thai immigration on which location to use. If you need to use Muang Thong Tani, may need to make an appointment using this link here:

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5 years ago

Benjamin ******

However, to get the extension of amnesty using the embassy letter, you'll need the following documents:

1. Your passport.

2. Copies of: (sign each page)

a. Data ("picture") page

b. A copy of the page with visa exempt stamp

c. A copy of the departure card

d. A copy of embassy letter

e. A copy of your entry stamp

3. ONE passport photo (only handed one photo. Others have said 2 is needed. )

4. 1,900 THB fee (be sure to hand it separate from you stack of papers or they will drop it.)

5. A form acknowledging the overstay penalty. They will provide this.

6. TM 7

[If using MTT and not CW] 7. Proof of an appointment booking online

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5 years ago

Fernanda *****************

I know the US embassy is issuing letter for extension. My roommate got it by email.

5 years ago

Tod *********

correct, I posted the link below

5 years ago

Tom ********

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I hear they have certain qualifications before they will issue a 30 day. Such as a doctors note or whatever. Is this true? Or can you just go to the U.S. embassy and get an extension without the need for such things?

5 years ago

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