What paperwork is needed to extend from a 60-day tourist visa to a Non-O visa in Thailand?

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Nov 26, 2024

22 days ago

Tony *******

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Hi Guys

Can someone tell me what paperwork is required to extend from 60 day tourist visa to type O visa 90 days in Thailand please.

A bit confused on the paperwork the Chiang Mai immigration require would be very grateful if anyone has just done this in Thailand

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To extend a 60-day tourist visa to a Non-O visa in Thailand, you cannot simply extend the tourist visa. You must apply for a new Non-O visa in-country, which typically takes 21 days for review in Chiang Mai. You need to have at least 21 days remaining on your current visa to apply. The required paperwork can vary by location, so it's essential to check with the Chiang Mai immigration office for the most current requirements.

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Poon ****

I took these two pictures two months ago at CM immigration office when I was doing my Non O application .

22 days ago

Ellie *******

Please NOT post requirements lists for a 1-year extension based on retirement or those from other provinces.

22 days ago

Ellie *******

You cannot extend an entry stamp on a tourist visa or visa-exempt scheme for Non-immigrant based reason. You have to apply for a new in-country initial Non-O visa based on being over 50.

This is a new visa application, your 90 days would start on the day of visa issuance, usually after an under-review period of 21 days in CM. 90 days of a new permitted-to-stay stamp will not be added like a tourism extension.

In Chiang Mai, you need to have 21 days (actually 15 working days) remaining with your current stamp to be able to apply for an in-country visa.

This is a bit old general requirements list for an in-country Non-O retirement visa, not Chiang Mai specific. You better check with CM for their latest requirements list as they have their own list for sure.

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