Trip Report to Chaengwattana Immigration
So I was already at 7am at the Immigration, got a queue number 290 from the immigration officer, meaning 289 people in front of me.
Went down to make some copies to transfer stamps to my new passport and for the 30 day extension.
Around 8.15am they already opened the doors and then we had to queue up again in 3 huge queues at counters where you show your documents and get another queue number for the final counter.
So I sat down at K1 counter, and there were just 10 people in front of me. One counter processed already 5 people while in the other counter the female immigration officer was busy straightened her hair with a hair straightener, no kidding right in her booth.
After that she disappeared for like 20 or so minutes. I happened to be her first customer, went in gave my documents, paid 1900thb.she was very friendly. 30min later got my new passport with my 30 day extension as well as all stamps transferred. Also got my old passport back.
So all in all it was smooth sailing but iam sure that people who are there for 90 day reports, non B visas etc will spend until after lunch time there.
Thanks and good luck to anyone going to Chaengwattana
TLDR : Answer Summary
This trip report details a visit to Chaengwattana Immigration, describing the early morning arrival, the queuing system, and the overall experience of obtaining a 30-day visa extension and transferring stamps to a new passport. The author notes the efficiency of the process, despite some delays caused by an immigration officer, and offers encouragement to others. It highlights specific steps and waiting times, making it informative for expats navigating Thai immigration services.
