I went to Chaengwattana yesterday to get one year extension by reason of retirement, on non O visa obtained in November, by converting SETV obtained in NYC. I had all forms ready. I arrived about 9 am, got bank letter (having ฿800K for 2 months) then queue number. I was helped after lunch about 2 pm. The lady who called me was just screening documents, then I received new queue number. They passed out 2 additional forms, one similar to application, the other reminding you of overstay consequences, and a blank sheet to draw map of address. I already had home visit, I hope they don’t do it again. Immigration officer saw me at 2:45 pm. All went smoothly, I had passport, TM6, apartment contract, landlord’s ID, bankbook, letter, and stamped copy of my US embassy letter they gave me last time. After the officer stamped my passport till 2020, a lady rechecked everything. I was concerned about TM30 but they didn’t ask for it. As well as stamps, they stapled a slip in my passport saying 90 day report is due in April. An older man was behind me, very worried. His papers were lacking some items. But he got his year also. I was going to do multiple re-entry permit but it was almost 3:30 (closing of queuing) and I was tired.
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The post discusses the author's experience obtaining a one-year extension of a NON-O visa for retirement at the Chaengwattana immigration office in Thailand. They outline the required preparations including bank documentation, forms, and additional screenings. The author successfully received their extension after a long wait, emphasizing the smooth process despite concerns about additional documentation like the TM30. Comments reveal common queries about requirements and experiences related to visa extensions.
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Normal time in Hua Hin for my annual Visa, retirement, is under a hour. 90 day report is less then 10 minutes in low season and high season may go up to 25 min.
It’s a long day to get your extension isn’t it. Thankfully it’s only one day per year you have to go through this. I just accept this now and write off the one day each year to obtain my extension of stay.
yes that’s true and the chat was very low. I didn’t use an agency. Many people who attempt USA visas have worse stories. A guy waiting in line told me that in some countries, you have to stand all day, no plastic chairs! Ok
What I don't understand is why they still don't advice/guide towards it. Then the RC counter might fine you the next day and you are completely unaware. It is a law after all, they should hand out tm30 sheets to everyone? But no mention. Nothing.
thank you for the report. I plan to do the same tomorrow at CW and hopefully not need to deal with my place of residence again. had already the home visit after applying for the initial 90 days and thought this part won’t be required for the extension. I guess I will find out tomorrow 😉
just a quick follow-up: got my stamp today. no proof of adress required. just an updated bank book and a new bank statement as well as a copy of the last one. plus the usual copies, picture and application for extension. and yes, I had to draw a map 😉
I hope so. Drawing a map is fine for me. I'm staying at a thai friends house and was glad everything was accepted last time when I showed her contract and a copy of her ID. Hopefully everything will go smooth as in the past. Thanks again for sharing your experience :)
Peter Heller I don’t think so. The assistant was asking everyone to do the map, and it was placed in their file. I don’t think so because I think if it was in any way pending, he wouldn’t have stamped my passport.
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