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When should I apply for a 30-day visa extension before my current visa expires?

Feb 16, 2025
5 days ago
Ciaran ********
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Hi my 60 day visa runs out the 27th of march but im looking to stay till the 14th of April when should i apply for my 30 day extension?

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To apply for a 30-day extension to your 60-day visa, you should generally do it when you have 30 days or less remaining on your current visa. Most immigration offices allow you to apply within this window, while larger cities like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket may permit applications when you have as much as 45 days left. However, some locations like Jomtien, Koh Samui, and Koh Phangnan restrict applications to within the last week of your visa term. In your case, consider applying for the extension around March 26th to stay until April 14th.
Andy ******
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John ******************
Just to clarify, as an example.. if I am in Thailand 60 days, Visa exempt, I can apply for another 30 days, on day 40 of my trip ? I am a US citizen, and I would do this in Bangkok. And in this example, 30 days would be added to my stay after that 60th day ??
Graham ******
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John ******************
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Luit .. Thank you for the confirmation ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ‘
Brandon ************
That depends on where you are staying.

At most immigration offices in Thailand you can apply when you have 30 days or less left on your existing stamp.

At larger offices like Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket, you can apply when you have 45 days or less left.

At some offices you can only apply during your last week, like Jomtien/Pattaya, Koh Samui and Koh Phangnan
Ciaran ********
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@Brandon ***********
thank you ๐Ÿ™
Steve *******
Do it within 30 days, it's added to your existing stay
Ciaran ********
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@Steve ******
thank you ๐Ÿ™
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