Sharing recent experience with Covid extension in Phuket.
I arrived on an APEC entry in September last year. I have had 2 previous Covid extensions as I genuinely cannot return to Hong Kong as it is almost impossible to secure government approved quarantine accommodation.
The Chinese Embassy cannot assist me in any way as I am not a Chinese citizen (UK Passport and HK Permanent Resident), so no possibility of a letter, or even a letter to say they cannot give me a letter.
I had been previously told by the same office, under the order that ended 25 March, that an APEC entry could not be extended. The current order refers to Tourist visas and Non-Immigrant visas. APEC is more of a limbo visa since it is neither of these but has characteristics of both.
I went the day before applying to enquire, and after explaining my situation and a bit of to-and-froing between officers, I was told that I could apply.
The TM30 printout from my hotel that I had used successfully for the last 2 applications was unacceptable. I was told that they needed the screen print of the yellow page with my record, but the officer messaged my hotel and said she would ask them to send the format she needed and handed me back what the hotel had given me.
My application was accepted and 24 hours later I had my 60 day extension. Unlike before, there was no under consideration stamp.
TLDR : Answer Summary
A user shares their experience of obtaining a Covid extension in Phuket under an APEC entry visa. Initially facing challenges due to the visa's unclear status and the inability to return to Hong Kong, they sought an extension after two previous Covid extensions. After visiting the immigration office, where they were informed of the need for specific documentation from their hotel, they successfully received a 60-day extension without complications during processing.
