Hi all,
I’m on a Non-B which expires 25 May. I have a work permit valid until end of 2020.
The company I work has it's Head Office in Phuket and therefore my visa and work permit gets processed in Phuket. However, I’m in Bangkok and most likely can’t get to Phuket unless flights start up again and Phuket’s provincial travel ban relaxes.
Our company secretary phoned Phuket immigration who said that because of the amnesty I have until 31 July to renew my visa. Is this correct? Can I just let it lapse and all will be ok? I’m really suspicious of that advice.
Ideally, I don’t want any breaks in my visa renewals as I’d like to apply for residency next year.
Any ideas on the best way forward?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is concerned about the impending expiry of their Non-B visa while currently in Bangkok, unable to travel to Phuket for renewal due to travel restrictions. They were informed by their company secretary that, due to an amnesty, they can renew their visa until July 31, but they are uncertain about this advice and seeking best options to avoid gaps in their visa status for future residency application.