What is the process for applying for a 60-day extension in Thailand due to COVID-19, and is a TM30 required?

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Aug 20, 2021

3 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hi,

I'm getting ready to apply for the 60 day extension unable to travel due to covid and have a question about this requirement: 

A TM30, filed at the immigration office. 

I'm staying in short term accommodation and asked for a copy of the TM30 before checking in. They just sent me a screen cap that shows they filed it online  within 24 hours. Is there anything I can do with this now? 

Also, is: "I don't want to fly during this covid outbeak" a valid reason if they ask why I want to extend?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user inquires about the requirements for a 60-day visa extension in Thailand due to not being able to travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. They have received a screenshot from their accommodation confirming that a TM30 has been filed online, and they seek clarification on whether this is sufficient. Additionally, they question if the reason of not wanting to fly during the pandemic is valid for their extension application. Comments provide details on acceptable reasons for extension and confirm that the TM30 screenshot is typically acceptable.

Benjamin ******

>They just sent me a screen cap that shows they filed it online within 24 hours.

The TM30 can be one of the following three forms below. If your "screen cap" looks like one of the following, you're good.

> "I don't want to fly during this covid outbeak" a valid reason if they ask why I want to extend?

There are three valid reasons.

1. That your country issues a letter saying that you can not return

2. That you can not get a flight back home

3. That your country does NOT issue a letter saying that you can not return home (and you can provide a screenshot saying they don't issue those letters).

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3 years ago

Adam *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thanks Benjamin, I have the 3rd mobile one and have the print out from the UK website saved!

3 years ago

Adam *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

I was referring to 'country not issuing a letter saying you can not return home'.

3 years ago

Tod *********

@Adam ********

the immigration office knows that the UK consulate is not issuing letters for people to get covid extensions, they aren't even gonna mention it to you

3 years ago

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Tod *********

Benjamin ******

@Adam ********

what print out from the UK Website? The TM30 can only be submitted within Thailand

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Benjamin ******

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