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What is the process for obtaining a 30-day visa extension at Bangkok Immigration?

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Sep 2, 2020

6 years ago

Ericson *******

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Notes from the field - 30 day extension.

Today went to Bangkok Immigration at Muang Thong Thani to see about the 30 day extension. I had letter from US embassy with me.

It went as others described. I received a stamp to come back on the 16th of September. So based on other reports it seems that they are requesting to return in 14 days time for the final decision.

One thing they did ask for was to see the actual email evidence with the embassy letter which i was able to pull up on my phone quickly.

The process was quick and painless. You need your embassy letter, copies of passport pages and departure card along with three forms to fill out which you get from the same office and can fill out in a few minutes.

As always the staff at the immigration office were friendly and courteous. 

I saw a few people show up without the embassy letter and were curtly told to come back with it. So it seems to be a mandatory thing. One guy from France was dressed down and told in no uncertain terms that there is no way he could apply for the extension without it.

Other than that - a positive experience and hope in 2 weeks time I will be granted the extension.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A user provided a detailed account of their experience applying for a 30-day extension at Muang Thong Thani Immigration in Bangkok. They noted the requirement of an embassy letter, which proved essential during the process. The user received a stamp to return in 14 days, reflecting a common procedure reported by others. They mentioned the need for copies of passport pages, the departure card, and three forms available at the office. The experience was generally positive, highlighted by friendly staff, despite some individuals being turned away for not having the required embassy letter.

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David ********

So the US embassy is now offering letters?

6 years ago

Tod *********

For you people in Bangkok this is the online appointment booking link to make an appointment online. (NOTE: the confirmation will probably end up in your spam or junk mail folder so look for it there after you book the appointment)

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6 years ago

David **********

Hi there Ericson, did you need to book an appointment for the visa to Muang Thong? If so what is the website address, please?

6 years ago

David **********

@Ketrina *******

Yes, I can imagine. That message in the passport is fairly normal, though, even with a work permit. Staying pop is the way.

6 years ago

Ketrina ********

Weeellll... I'm staying positive. I'm currently in the limbo state of "application under consideration". But yeah, I was feeling PRETTY demoralized after three trips out there in five days.

6 years ago

David **********

@Benjamin *****

Exactly.

6 years ago

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David **********

Ericson *******

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No. But they did ask me if I had one which I didn’t. And they acted as if that was a problem at first, but then let me in

6 years ago

David **********

@Ericson ******

Yes, they are recommending appointments. I found the site actually all and have booked already but thanks for replying.

6 years ago

Ketrina ********

@David *********

: Good. I was sent away the first day I went, having no online queue reservation.

6 years ago

David **********

@Ketrina *******

Ouch! Hope you sorted it out in the end.

6 years ago

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Anh ******

Wow, thank you so much!!!

6 years ago

Tod *********

Thanx for the update, SO now we wait until someone who has gone thru this process actually goes back on the date their under consideration stamp expires on to see whether they will get just another 2 weeks of extension (the 29 day extension dated from the date you applied for it) OR if they will date an extension effective as of the 27th and give you until the 25th of Oct on it.

Report back about how it worked for you okay?

6 years ago

Ericson *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

Yes I certainly will.

6 years ago

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Ericson *******

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