What should I do if I'm about to overstay my tourist visa in Thailand as an Ethiopian passport holder?

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Dear members. It's likely that we (Ethiopian passport) will overstay our tourist visa for 4 days.  Instead of going thru all the hassles of trying to extend at the immigration office, I read online that you could just pay a fine of 500 bahts per day for overstaying. If it's true, it seems like the later option (paying) is much easier. Would appreciate any feedback. Thank you!

Ask Thailand · Answer

The conversation discusses the implications of overstaying a tourist visa in Thailand for Ethiopian passport holders. While paying a fine of 500 baht per day is an option, community members strongly advise against overstaying due to the risks of arrest and deportation, as well as future travel difficulties due to an overstay stamp in the passport. They recommend applying for a visa extension at the immigration office, which costs 1,900 baht and can prevent serious repercussions. Overall, the community emphasizes the importance of staying within legal limits to ensure a positive travel experience.

James ******** · Answer

I received this message from the OP...

"This is Jimmy with question about overstay with Ethiopian passport. I just want to thank you for taking the time out and providing such useful information. We appreciate it."

My reply...

" I hope you found it helpful. Take care and thank you for coming to Thailand."

Kevin *********** · Answer

Cheaper to extend.

James ******** · Answer

Thanks Members for your comments.

The OP asked for your thoughts on his question.

I believe that he has heard you.

Hopefully he does not go on OVERSTAY.

AND completes his holidays in Thailand with happy memories.

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James ******** · Answer

IF you entered Thailand with a passport of Ethiopia, and were granted VOA Visa on Arrival status. Due to the current VOA rules... RECEIVED 30 days stay vs the prior 15 days. Suggest you abide by the rules of your Entry into Thailand.

Tony ******* · Answer

Can you just pay a fine, yes it’s 500 baht per day. But if you get caught, it’s lock up and deportation with a stamp in ur passport. Not worth  the risk

James ******** · Answer

Enough said...

I hope you have enjoyed your visit to Thailand...

Let it end with happy memories.

Stephen ********* · Answer

Pay for an extension. Its the same price essentially. Not really a big deal.

Stuart ********* · Answer

Overstay is 500 baht per day if you get to the airport. 2,000 baht in your case.

An extension is 1,900 baht. There might be hassles getting an extension but they will pale in to insignificance if you were to be stopped (at a police check point for example) and found to be on overstay prior to getting to the airport.

Always best to stay within the law and don’t overstay.

James ******** · Answer

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Alistair ********** · Answer

Easier yes, but if you get stopped by police you'll get arrested and deported.

James ******** · Answer

NEVER ... NEVER... NEVER PLAN TO OVERSTAY !!!

Go to local Thai immigration office and apply for an extension of stay... Do it in the last few days of your current stamped in expiration date. The fee is 1,900 Thai baht.

Even if you're not eligible for an extension of stay... Apply for it AND if denied you will get the 7 day STAMP to leave Thailand.

AND... Not only will Thai immigration officers see your OVERSTAY STAMP in your passport whenever you want to come back to Thailand...

OTHER COUNTRIES you wish to visit will also see the OVERSTAY STAMP in your passport and deny you a visa or entry.

What should I do if I'm about to overstay my tourist visa in Thailand as an Ethiopian passport holder?

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