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What should I know about visiting immigration offices in Thailand before the April 17th closure?
Thailand immigrationvisa extensionThailand visa rulesforeigner servicesmarriage visaPrachinburi immigration officeoffice closures
Apr 10, 2024
2 years ago
Stuart *********
ORIGINAL POSTERREMINDER
Tomorrow is the last day you can visit an immigration office until 17th April. If you need an extension or other service prior to the 17th then go tomorrow. Many offices will be very busy because of the upcoming closures.
Many offices will be absolutely manic on the 17th because of the 5 day closure. Also bear in mind that services can take extra time just purely because of the volume of people. It’s not the staffs fault that so many decide to show up at the same time.
If you can avoid going in tomorrow or the 17th then it’s probably wise to do so.
Tomorrow is the last day you can visit an immigration office until 17th April. If you need an extension or other service prior to the 17th then go tomorrow. Many offices will be very busy because of the upcoming closures.
Many offices will be absolutely manic on the 17th because of the 5 day closure. Also bear in mind that services can take extra time just purely because of the volume of people. It’s not the staffs fault that so many decide to show up at the same time.
If you can avoid going in tomorrow or the 17th then it’s probably wise to do so.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The post reminds expats that tomorrow is the last day to visit immigration offices before the five-day closure starting from April 17th. It highlights the expected crowds and longer wait times due to the volume of people seeking services. Additional comments discuss personal experiences and strategies, like using an agent for marriage visas, and mention how busy offices can vary by location.
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Colin **********
Thanks for the heads up, I was at my local office first in the que and out just after 9 o'clock with my 12 month stamp
Stuart *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Colin *********
Ok. That sounds awesome. What office? That was quick.Colin **********
@Stuart ********
Prachinburi, it was getting busy by 9.Stuart *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Colin *********
Ok. Never see any posts on that office (that I recall). Busy by 9 probably means the 7 other foreigners in the area were there too 😀I suspect Jomtien was a whole different ball game….
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Chris ****
Thanks Stuart
Lisa ********************
Banks too
Stuart *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Lisa *******************
Does that apply to bank branches in shopping malls? I don’t have a clue as I’ve never tried to use one….Lisa ********************
@Stu***
Bank branches tend to close the same dates as ImmigrationStuart *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Lisa *******************
Yes normal branches. Shopping mall ones seem to stay open 7 days a week. That’s why I asked.Lisa ********************
@Stu***
oh I didn't know that. We don't have any shopping malls 😂Reply to
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Cris ******
Ya. Not excited to do my marriage visa tomorrow. But using an agent should help. We supposedly have an appointment. So we will see how it goes
Ken ***********
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why didn't you or your agent chose a less busy day ?Reply to
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