What should expats in Thailand do about visa extensions before the end of November?

Nov 6, 2020
4 years ago
Ciarán *******
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The end of November isn't far away. For those on exemption until then what is the plan if you intend on staying longer?
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As the end of November approaches, those staying in Thailand under visa exemption may need to consider their options for extending their stay. Most advice suggests visiting immigration to complete the necessary form for an extension and paying the required fee. It's important to ensure you bring the exact amount, as there have been reports of not receiving change. If facing difficulties going home due to COVID-19, this process will be essential.
Joseph ********
Sacrifice a goat
Bobby ********
I'm assuming you mean those on extension, not exemption? Do what
@Dar***
has said. There's a form to complete, unable to go home due to covid. Pay your 1900 smackeroos (give them the exact amount, there's varying reports about not getting your change!)
Wayne *******
@Bobby *******
I forget who, but someone posted a pic of the form. If anyone has this form please post it again.. thanks
Darren *******
Go to immigration, get form for extension, pay the fee and get a stamp is what I'd imagine most people are going to do.
Wayne *******
@Darren ******
I'm in udon thani. Immigration said to contact my embassy. To get extension. So what form is immigration supposed to have?
Kenneth *******
@Wayne ******
I emailed my US embassy for an extension letter yesterday and they responded that "it is not necessary to request an embassy letter anymore..." It should be 1900 baht fee and then you get the stamp (assuming it's this easy).
Wayne *******
@Kenneth ******
I believe this. But need to know what TM form to use.
Kenneth *******
@Wayne ******
TM form?
Darren *******
@Wayne ******
it's in the other group, they put a copy of the form they have been giving out at some of the immigration offices. I'm not home yet so not looking for it right now but if you're a member there it was posted up earlier today by Tod.
Darren *******
Nick Manny no idea I'm not impacted by it so haven't followed it that closely
Todd *********
@Dar***
has anyone done this successfully yet?
Darren *******
@Todd ********
I think some have said they have on the other visa group, yes
Todd *********
@Darren ******
have yet to see that but interesting! If anyone sees the new stamp, please post.
Darren *******
@Todd ********
will keep an eye out when I'm home later on and post if I see one
Todd *********
@Dar***
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Ciarán *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Darren ******
is really that easy?
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