What is the latest information about the COVID extension program for visas in Thailand?

Jul 22, 2022
2 years ago
Tod *********
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**ATTENTION ALL MEMBERS:

COVID EXTENSION PROGRAM CONTINUED UNTIL AUG 24

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Okay, listen up, the covid extension PROGRAM (which was set to run out on July 25th) has been extended 30 days < meaning it now runs until August 24th

The TIME you get on a covid extension (clause 5 reason) did not change and is still 60 days like it has been since they rolled out the covid extension program on Nov 1st 2020.

SORRY for the bad info :(
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The COVID extension program in Thailand has been extended until August 24, 2022. The 60-day extension period remains unchanged from previous provisions. Clarifications are being sought regarding eligibility, application procedures, and specific situations such as extending a NON-O visa. Members are discussing their experiences and uncertainties about applying for extensions.
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Cait *********
Thanks for this!

I just received the 2nd 45 days of my most recent COVID extension on August 10th; if I go to immigration on 23 or 24 August to apply for the next one, are they likely to say I'm there too soon after receiving the last one?
Tod *********
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@Cait ********
, the only way you're gonna find out is to GO on the 23, 24th and see what they say,

All they can say is no and then you'd have to make a plan B and leave the country
Roger ******
what is it like to apply for it? is there any forms I can print and fill in advance? Or I just go there stay in the line and tell the lady at the counter I would like to apply for it. I am in Pattaya :)
Ellie *******
@Roger *****
, a bit of general information for this type of extension
Roger ******
thanks buddy
Tod *********
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@Roger *****
just show up, keep in mind in Jomtien they want you to apply when you have less than a week left on your current stamp
Benjamin *******
Can a Non O 3 Month get a covid extension ?
Tod *********
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@Benjamin ******
it's dependent on the office you use, you have to ask the officer, some will some will not do it
John ******
Hi there can you please explain to me what’s is the covid extension mean for me i am confused about all this information before the covid i just packed my things and flight in to Thailand πŸ‘
Ellie *******
John Niah, it's an extension as a temporary measure during Covid chaos for those who cannot travel back home or to their next destination.
John ******
@Ellie ******
alright friend thanks for your advice and your time πŸ™
Tod *********
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John Niah doesn't mean anything to do. It's an 60 day EXTENSION you get after you're already here AND the current program runs until the 24th of Aug.

You just come in like normal since July 1st when they cancelled thai pass and mandatory insurance
Holden *********
What's the bad info? You mean like bad news or mistaken info. I don't see either so I'm more perplexed then anything lol
Tod *********
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@Holden ********
the previous covid programs were extended 2 months at a time, this one was only done for 1 month.

There was initial confusion on whether the time you got for a covid extension was also cut to 30 days from 60 but it is not. The only difference is that this program was extended only for a month.
Charlotte *****************
@Tod ********
hi just i got extension on July 19 in CW but the immigration don't give me covid extension...just only 30 days is the firts time to get extension.πŸ€”πŸ€”πŸ€”
Tod *********
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@Charlotte ****************
which is totally NORMAL πŸ˜• as a rule you have to take your regular 30 day extension (if your entry stamp gets one) BEFORE you can apply for a covid extension.

Nothing at all to do with this covid extension program
Ofir ***********
@Tod ********
hi tod. My correct covid extension it until September 22. You think i can have another one on August 24 ? Or it too early

Thanks πŸ‘
Tod *********
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I don't have the slightest idea
@Ofir **********
I think you can slog on over to your immigration office closer to this current program running out and ask them yourself πŸ™‚

That's the only way you're gonna know.
Charlotte *****************
@Tod ********
okie thank you
Un *****
I’ve had Covid extension since November lol do you reckon I will still be able to?
Tod *********
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@Un ****
I think you'll find out when you go apply, just like everyone πŸ™‚
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