What is the current status of the visa on arrival for Thailand, and how can I extend my stay if needed?

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Morning all
Arriving in Thailand on 3rd May for 45 days. 
I know to fill in the new TDAC 3 days before arrival.
Was hoping to get the 60 day visa on arrival, but I keep seeing on other groups on here that they have/planning to reduce it to 30 days again?
Has it happened, or is it still 60 days?  If it’s already dropped back to 30 days, how’s easiest to remain for the 45 days?
Thanks everyone

Ask Thailand · Answer

The user is concerned about the duration of the visa exemption for their upcoming visit to Thailand, wanting to know if the current 60-day visa exemption might be reduced back to 30 days. Community members confirm that as of now, the 60-day exemption is still in place for many countries, but changes are under consideration. They suggest monitoring Thai news for updates and note that if the duration changes back to 30 days, travelers can still extend their stay by applying for an extension at the immigration office.

Glen ****** · Answer

Cheers all, will keep an eye out but looks like it’s all good for now!

Rob ******* · Answer

You won't be getting a Visa on arrival, you will get a visa exempt stamp, currently 60 days, but likely to go back to 30 days sometime soon, regardless which you get, it is extendable by 30 days at the IO for 1900 baht.

Andrew ********* · Answer

It hasn't happened yet, it likely won't until the government changes back.

It's all politics between 2 sides constantly trolling each other.

If it changes back then you either apply for a 60 day tourist visa before you come or get a 30 day visa exempt on arrival and get a 30 day extension at the local immigration office near the end if the initial 30 days.

Jordan ***** · Answer

Worst case scenario you get an extension. I doubt they will get rid of those

Tod ********* · Answer

They did say they were "considering" rolling the 60 day free entry stamp back to 30 days BUT

that's all they said and it's 60 days for 90+ countries still

So about all you can do is watch the thai news, because believe me  if/when they change it, it WILL be on every forum, group, website related to thailand  😛

What is the current status of the visa on arrival for Thailand, and how can I extend my stay if needed?

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