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What should I expect at Thai immigration tomorrow, and how can I handle my visa extension or renewal?

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Apr 17, 2023

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Stuart *********

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Just to gauge what tomorrow will entail for many around the country, if you have to go to immigration tomorrow then comment here and send us a picture of any queues (if any 😀) and note what office it is. It may give us an idea of what the various offices around the country are like on the busiest day of the year.

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The discussion revolves around expectations and experiences related to visiting Thai immigration offices, particularly focusing on a busy day. Expats are encouraged to share their experiences with queues at various offices, and there are specific inquiries about renewing tourist visas and obtaining extensions. Several users provide insights about timing, suggesting avoiding visits on peak days unless necessary, and they also exchange tips on online appointments and procedures for visa extensions.

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Also if you don't absolutely NEED to go tomorrow stay away.

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Stuart *********

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For sure. Glad I’m not there tomorrow 😀

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Latasha ********

can we still boon for an appointment online planning to renew tourist visa in pattaya

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@Latasha *******

no idea if appointments are available there. When does your entry stamp in your passport run out?

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Thank you for sharing you knowledge/information to the expat communities.

I follow your feedback and would bank on your knowledge. Although I am not in Thailand but in planning stage to make that leap.

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ok. Ask questions here. If I can’t help there’s lots of others who can.

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absolutely this platform is most informative 👍

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ok April 21and need to renew for my family .

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@Latasha *******

ok Jomtiem are sticklers for only allowing within 7 days, but you fall in to that.

Don’t even try tomorrow. Go on Wednesday or Thursday or even Friday if need be (not recommended).

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ok thanks for the advice I will go another day

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Garrett ***********

Haha waiting to see the ques

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Henrik ****

What is supposed to be special about tomorrow?

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Stuart *********

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immigration offices have been closed for 5 days in a row.

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why what happened they are closed for 5 days?

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@Angeles ********

Thai New Year - Songkran. It’s a thing over here.

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glad to know thanks.

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Jack *********

I totally forgot and showed up at IT Square today 😭😂 We are planning on going tomorrow. Is it going to be brutal? I just need a 30 day extension and they have that special section now.

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Stuart *********

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Almost certainly yes. Especially in places like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket and such. Smaller provincial offices may escape the bedlam.

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