Traveling around Thailand? If you love Thailand, you may want to extend your Thai Visa to stay longer. In the past year, I spent a lot of time in Thailand and I had to extend my visa a few times.
This time, I renewed my visa at the Bangkok Immigration Office.
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In Thailand, it’s quite easy to extend your visa for an extra 30 days by visiting one of the immigration offices.
Forget about the visa run; you can extend your stay without leaving Thailand. From October 1st, you might be able to get an extra 45 days extension, but this hasn’t been confirmed just yet.
Whether you have a 30-day visa or a 60-day visa, you can extend it one more time by visiting the immigration office. It’s pretty simple, so keep reading to learn more about the visa extension process.
Not in Bangkok? Consult this list of immigration offices. Most big cities have their own offices. You can also check the process for the following offices here:
Bangkok Visa Extension | The Process
If you’re planning on extending your Thai visa from Bangkok, here’s an easy step by step guide.
Note that you will need a bit of time, but you should be able to get your visa in one day. It took us quite a long time since we went during the pandemic.
Usually, it can take 1-2 hours. This time, it took us 7 hours, which is pretty insane.
Bangkok Immigration Office | Opening Hours & Map
| Monday | 08:30–12:00, 13:00–16:30 |
| Tuesday |
08:30–12:00, 13:00–16:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:30–12:00, 13:00–16:30 |
| Thursday | 08:30–12:00, 13:00–16:30 |
| Friday | 08:30–12:00, 13:00–16:30 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
How to Get to Bangkok Immigration Office
You can call a Grab driver to get there. The immigration office is quite far from the city centre.
According to Google Maps, there are other offices, but this one was recommended. I’m not sure if the others accept visa extensions.
How to Get the Visa Extension in Bangkok
Let’s dive into the important stuff – in this section, I’ll give you details on what you need and what to expect when it comes to getting your Thai visa extension in Bangkok and what you will need to do so.
What You’ll Need to Extend your Visa in Bangkok
Here’s a list of the Thailand visa requirements you’ll have to provide to extend your Thai visa:
- Photocopy of your passport
- Photocopy of your current visa and immigration card (if you have one – in 2022, I didn’t receive any immigration card on arrival)
- Photo
- Visa extension form
- TBH 1900 in cash
You can find a place to make copies and take photos on the lower floor of the complex.
When entering the immigration office in Bangkok, you will have to go to the arrival desk to get the right form.
When your form is filled, you go in line to get a number. Then, they will call your number and verify your information. When your passport is ready, they will call your name.
Before you leave the Bangkok Immigration Office, make sure to double-check the visa!
Bangkok Immigration Office Etiquette
It’s important to remember to dress up appropriately when visiting the immigration office in Thailand.
This means you should wear long shorts (tiny shorts won’t cut it) or pants, and you should cover your shoulders. Alternatively, bring a jacket or a sarong to cover up.
If you don’t follow these rules, you might need to leave and return another day.
Where to Stay in Bangkok
Are you planning on staying in Bangkok? Here are a few options for every budget.
Hostels: Pinto Hostel / Ekanek Hostel / Kinnon Deluxe Hostel
Mid-Range: Vera Nidhra / Inn a Day / Volve Hotel Bangkok
Luxury: Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn / Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse / The Peninsula Bangkok
