What happens to my METV if I exit Thailand before it expires and can I extend my stay?

Oct 5, 2019
5 years ago
Neil ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hello Group:

2 Part Question

I'm using an METV (my first issued) with an exp. Nov 24th, 2019.

So realistically if exiting TH on Nov. 20th and returning on the 23rd of Nov. - I will be stamped in for another 60 day period correct? (thus the visa is expired)

Also with that 60 day stamp taking me to about Jan 23rd of 2020 - will immigration approve a 30 day extension at that point? (have never used an extension as of yet).
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is inquiring about the implications of exiting Thailand on a METV (Multiple Entry Tourist Visa) before its expiration date and whether they can obtain a 60-day entry stamp upon returning, followed by the possibility of extending their stay by 30 days.
Aaron ********
James ********
then extend that entry also
Robert *******
Yes, if you enter before the valid until date you get 60 days of stay and this period of stay can be extended with another 30 days.
Neil ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Cheers.
Robert *******
It is an Extension on your permission of stay, the validity of the visa has nothing to do with that
Neil ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Is the extension discretionary, considering the visa has been used well past it's 6 month validity ?
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