What is the process for extending a Special Tourist Visa in Chiang Mai?

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Jun 15, 2021

3 years ago

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Just extended my Special Tourist Visa at Chiang Mai Immigration Office, so thought I’d share my experience. It couldn’t have been smoother, was done within 30 minutes. No complicated document requirements. All you need is:

- copy of your TM6 departure card

- copy of your TM30

- copy of your passport and visa

- fill in the TM2, TM3 and TM7 forms (all available there)

NO NEED to show your insurance or quarantine certificates or even lease or proof of accomodation. They declined to see those even though I insisted to show them just to make sure.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A user shares their experience of extending their Special Tourist Visa (STV) at the Chiang Mai Immigration Office, highlighting a smooth process that took just 30 minutes and required minimal documentation. Key documents needed include a copy of the TM6 departure card, TM30, passport, and visa, along with filling out TM2, TM3, and TM7 forms, which are available on-site. Notably, there was no need to provide insurance or accommodation proof.

James ********

You are one very lucky lady... Thank you for your helpful report.

3 years ago

Tod *********

Thank you for the update

ATTENTION MEMBERS: this post is about getting a STV 90 day extension at the immigration office in Chiang Mai.

It is NOT how every office does STV extensions. IF you are here on an STV check with your immigration office before you go apply for your extension

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What is the process for extending a tourist visa in Chiang Mai, Thailand?

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