What is the process for an American expat to extend their 30-day visa exemption in Thailand?

Visa Extension Thailand immigration Visa Exemption TM7 form Covid extension American expats in Thailand

Jan 30, 2022

3 years ago

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I have an American friend that arrived visa exempt. He would like to extend 30 days. I believe he has to go to MTT and the cost is 1900 baht. My questions - is there a particular form he needs to fill out? What number is it? Is it available online? Otherwise, I assume he just walks up to the desk and shows his passport and asks for a 30 day extension?

Regarding a 30 day extension and a Covid extension. Is there a preferred order if the plan is to ask for both eventually?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

An American expat aiming to extend their 30-day visa exemption in Thailand must visit the immigration office (MTT) and pay a processing fee of 1,900 baht. To successfully apply for the extension, they will need to fill out the 'TM 7' application form, which can be found online. Required documents include a passport with copies of the data page, recent visa (if applicable), entry stamps, and a TM 6 departure card. Additionally, a passport-sized photo and potentially a TM 30 notification form should be prepared. It's important to apply for the 30-day tourism extension before seeking a Covid-related extension.

Ellie *******

You HAVE TO get a 30days tourism extension for you to be able to apply for an extension based on being unable to travel due to the Covid situation.

3 years ago

Marty *********

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@Ellie ******

Thanks 🙏

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Benjamin ******

To get a 30 day extension of stay based on tourism, the following documents are required:

1. The applicant’s passport and a copy of:

a. The data “picture” page.

b. The most recent visa (if applicable).

c. All entry stamps or extension of stay (if applicable) since arrival .

d. The departure card (“TM 6”) that should be stapled in the passport.

2. The extension of stay application form (“TM 7”).

3. [MIGHT be asked for Bangkok Immigration] A copy of the submitted Notification of

Residence of Foreigners form ("TM 30”).

4. 1x passport sized (4cm by 6cm) photos.

5. 1,900 THB processing fee.

The TM7 form can be found in the FILES section of this group. This TM7 is valid ONLY for Bangkok Immigration.

3 years ago

Marty *********

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@Benjamin *****

Thanks. I have the TM7 form. He goes to MTT?

3 years ago

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@Marty ********

That's correct!

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