Just wanted to share my experience getting the COVID-19 extension today. Arrived at 10:15am and was done in 30 minutes in Phuket town. A few things…
- Bring a pen! They will not loan you a pen and tell you to go buy one at the hut by the waiting point (photo provided) for 10 baht. Not a big deal but wastes time.
- There are 3 forms you need to complete that they provide.
- You will need copies of: 1) passport page with signature and you’ll need to sign the copy I assume to verify your signature matches, 2) last Thai visa stamp in your passport, and 3) your departure card. You can get copies in the back for 2 baht each.
- Photo to attach to the application which you can also get in the back for 100 baht. I got this the first time I went and they have me 5 copies so I haven’t needed to get since.
- Form from your hotel showing that you live there.
I have to go back tomorrow to pick up my passport but the woman said it was guaranteed and I already paid so hopefully that’s the case. 🤞🏻
Since I know this is very dependent on your nationality and current visa situation, I am American, entered on tourist visa in November and already got one COVID extension on Jan 25.
Only thing I forgot to ask was if I needed to do the 90 day reporting since I’ve read conflicting information about if you need to do or if the COVID application suffices. I will ask tomorrow when I pick my passport up.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user shares a detailed personal experience on obtaining a COVID-19 visa extension in Phuket, highlighting key steps such as bringing a pen, documents required (including passport copies and a hotel form), and the process of completing necessary forms. They also mention the efficiency of the process, taking only 30 minutes, and their experience with the steps involved, including photo requirements and confirmation of passport pickup. The user expresses a need for clarification regarding the conflict on 90-day reporting requirements.
