What should I do if my 60-day visa for Thailand doesn't arrive in time?

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Hi all
Im currently waiting  aproval for my 60 day visa.

Couple of questions if i may

If it doesnt arrive in time what are my options?

Can it be used at a later date if approved?

Can i extend  for another 30 days at imigration?

Do i need proof of exit after 30 days at the airport

Thank you😁

Ask Thailand · Answer

The discussion revolves around concerns related to pending approval for a 60-day visa to Thailand. Users shared various scenarios and options, suggesting that if the visa isn't approved in time, one can enter Thailand on a 30-day visa exemption and potentially extend it for another 30 days at an immigration office. Additionally, proof of exit is required within 30 days. Some participants emphasized the need for onward travel documentation and mentioned that different immigration offices may have varying policies regarding extensions.

Paul ****** · Answer

I applied for my 60 day visa on the 13th of October and it is now pending for decision i hope it arrives in time for my departure on the 5th of December have onward flight, hotels booked.

I cant do visa free stay as i have been twice this year.

Stuart ********* · Answer

As [mention redacted] correctly asked is what passport do you hold? All other answers on here could be wildly off the mark depending on that.

Ralph ******* · Answer

Your other option is to enter on 30 day visa exemption then extend it by 30 days at an immigration office.

You will still need onward travel booked for a date within the first 30 days.

Your proof of exit gas to be within 30 days, not after 30 days.

Kevin *********** · Answer

Yes you'd need to leave Thailand and re enter to validate the visa

Lu **** · Answer

Amazing

Thank you x

Gardar *************************** · Answer

Yes you can border bounce to activate your visa if doesn't arrive in time

Yes you can extend further 30 days just be aware where you stay since differ from immigration office to office how short or long prior you can extend it.

No problem with airport immigration just remember 20k baht but depends if the airline allow you inside the flight, so recommend an onward ticket just to show an exit before 30 days is up (if your visa doesn't arrive in time)

Graham ****** · Answer

If you qualify you can enter visa exempt (30 days plus 30 if required) and leave to re-enter on your visa if issued late. Both your visa exempt and visa entry stamps can get a 30 day extension. Your airline may well ask for proof of onward travel within 30 (or 60 if on a TR60) days at check in.

Gary ******* · Answer

Am still waiting for my visa after 3 weeks hope it arrives in the next 3 weeks

Barry ********* · Answer

From the UK, our 60 day Visa did not arrive in time.

So we had to book an exit flight within the 30 day Visa free period and apply for a 30 day extension Visa in country.

Stefan ************ · Answer

Same here.

John ********** · Answer

What passport do you hold?

What should I do if my 60-day visa for Thailand doesn't arrive in time?

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