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What is the experience like at the Thai immigration office on Koh Phangan for visa extensions?
JUST A HEADS UP OF MY EXPERIENCE
Currently on Koh Phangan. Need to extend my visa. The immigration office here is not a pleasant place to be. It is very busy and super strict. Yesterday I arrived in the afternoon with all my documents, after queuing for an hour, the initial clerk checked them all, all fine, then because I had 5 days (2 of which are a weekend) left on my visa he would not let me proceed any further as he was letting people with a shorter time left go first. Come back tomorrow or next week. If I was in that position I would appreciate this. So OK off I go. Returned today, queued for just over an hour again to be told that my TM 30 was wrong. It was OK yesterday but not today !!!!! So back again tomorrow and then the next day to collect. They do not process on the same day. There are so many very unhappy people there, including the staff. If you have to go, allow plenty of time, assume you will be sent to the back of the queue at some point. Do not wear a vest top, they will rent you a shirt, they love you if you wear a face mask - do it for the points. Take water and snacks for in the queue. Wish me luck
Currently on Koh Phangan. Need to extend my visa. The immigration office here is not a pleasant place to be. It is very busy and super strict. Yesterday I arrived in the afternoon with all my documents, after queuing for an hour, the initial clerk checked them all, all fine, then because I had 5 days (2 of which are a weekend) left on my visa he would not let me proceed any further as he was letting people with a shorter time left go first. Come back tomorrow or next week. If I was in that position I would appreciate this. So OK off I go. Returned today, queued for just over an hour again to be told that my TM 30 was wrong. It was OK yesterday but not today !!!!! So back again tomorrow and then the next day to collect. They do not process on the same day. There are so many very unhappy people there, including the staff. If you have to go, allow plenty of time, assume you will be sent to the back of the queue at some point. Do not wear a vest top, they will rent you a shirt, they love you if you wear a face mask - do it for the points. Take water and snacks for in the queue. Wish me luck
Answer summary
A user shares a challenging experience at the Koh Phangan immigration office while trying to extend their visa. After multiple visits and long queues, they faced strict procedures and a frustrating TM 30 form issue. They advise future visitors to arrive early, bring essential supplies, and follow dress codes to avoid delays.
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My experience: The trick is to come at 7.30am with all documents ready and signed. Last week wednesday I was out at 8.45 and had to return at 17h to pickup the passport.
James ********
James ********
Thank you for your report.
Sorry that you have had to return several times to get your one time 30 days extension of stay.
Hopefully you will be successful soon.
Members....this is for the Thai Immigration office on Koh Phangan.
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Sorry that you have had to return several times to get your one time 30 days extension of stay.
Hopefully you will be successful soon.
Members....this is for the Thai Immigration office on Koh Phangan.
Comments Closed
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