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What is the correct order for obtaining a Tourist visa, Tourism extension, and Extension for visiting Thai family in Thailand?

Edward ********
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Tourist visa (or exemption)

+ Tourism extension (30)

+ Extension for visiting Thai family (60)

Is that (still) the correct order to do them in and still doable?
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The user inquired whether the sequence of obtaining a tourist visa, followed by a 30-day tourism extension, and then a 60-day extension for visiting Thai family is still valid and feasible. A comment suggests that while this has generally been the process, local immigration offices may have varying interpretations. Some offices have begun enforcing stricter rules, claiming that a family visit extension can only be granted from a Non-Immigrant visa rather than from a tourist visa or visa-exempt entry. It is advised to check with the local immigration office for the latest regulations before proceeding with the extensions.
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As a rule that's how it's been, you have to take any "regular" extensions on the stamp you're here on before you can apply for an extension for a different reason

BUT

You should check with your immigration office,

a few started saying once you took the 30 day extension you couldn't get the 60 day visit thai family one (which is just a made up rule and not in writing anywhere)

AND

a few other ones started saying you can only get the 60 day visit family extension from a Non-Imm type visa, not a free stamp (visa exempt) or tourist visa entry

That's why I said CHECK with your office well before you go for the 30 day extension to see what's what where you're applying
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