What's the EARLIEST Chiang Mai will extend a tourist visa?
Mae Hong Son immigration will extend a tourist visa as early as 29 days before your entry expires, and the extension is from the day that the visa expires, not the day you go to extend.
How about Chiang Mai? When I next enter Thailand, can I head to Chiang Mai Immigration and extend from 60 -> 90 on the very same day I enter?
This is something that has changed at least ten times in the years I have been in Thailand, and varies by office, so I am looking for RECENT EXPERIENCES and CHIANG MAI ONLY.
Searching the thaivisa.com forum I have found people who recently did it 2 WEEKS before expiration in Chiang Mai, but nobody tried earlier than that. I would like to know if I can extend on the same day as arrival in the country.
I have a METV if that makes a difference.
Thanks all.
TLDR : Answer Summary
In Chiang Mai, it is generally possible to apply for a tourist visa extension when you have 45 days or less remaining on your visa. However, experiences vary, with some reports indicating extensions can be requested 2 weeks prior to expiration. The extension applies from the expiration date of the visa, not the date of application, and it's essential to note that different immigration offices might have different rules.
