DrJack54

Correct. BTW .... Personally haven't used the new online reporting. My understanding is that it does not include a TM6 #. Unlike previous online reporting.

Correct

There are approx 78 immigration offices. Phuket immigration is one of very few that "treats it this way" A TM30 is also an address report. Strange how it doesn't reset my 90 day report clock..

For sure go this week. Mid April so approx 20 days till expiry. Immigration should/hopefully give you another covid extension.

Yes attend CW. Not aware of expiry of your current permit. Attend CW asap if wanting a covid extension. Good luck.

If you entered Thailand on visa exempt you would attend Mueang Thong Thani. If entered with visa you attend CW. Alternative is to use agent to avoid under consideration period.

Absolutely incorrect. Do some research.

Many offices have a report back date for covid extension. It's refered to as under consideration period. Similar to extensions based on marriage.

No worries. I have track record of supporting those in Thailand trying to obtain covid extensions. My pm box is a busy item re obtaining ways to stay in Thailand when no easy path available due to borders etc. Not being a hero. Sincerely hope CE are extended post March 25. Good luck to all.

Very valid point. Being on the older side of young, I have always thought that if something popped up (health being the obvious one) then run off back home to Oz. Having invested in 20yr PE would leave sour grapes. Yes I believe they can be on sold?

Definitely a concern in the past. Thinking next step for Thailand will be kiss goodbye to Thailand Pass. Can't imagine being stuck outside would happen. Hope ok to ask forum a question. I also are hoping to visit Vietnam. Previously I went often and obtained 3 month multiple visas to Vietnam. My agent is suggesting that can only offer one month TV. It's extendable once in Vietnam but being single entry is not suitable. Perhaps a misunderstanding. Being Oz we need a visa.

Thanks for that I had no idea. Not being a S.A, how did you find out all that stuff.

In this thread alone you have stated that your first 90 day report must be done in person. Incorrect. Another ..that if you have a new tm6 your report must be done in person. Incorrect. Then finally continual reference to immigration does your 90 report when extension is applied for. Making it sound universal even after ubonjoe pointed out to you that it's done at very few offices.

You posted the following... "The fact is, is that when you do your extension, immigration update your 90 day report automatically without being asked".... Ubonjoe gave you advice ....... "That is only done a few immigration offices. Most will not do them unless your report is due.".... Figure it out. Ignore..

Perhaps at your particular office. Do they place a new 90 report receipt in your pp?. Which office. Your posting incorrect information. Give it a rest..

100% on the money. Granted my experience (like most) is based on small sample space. I have dealt with several groups of tourists and in chats have found that all were aware of covid extensions and this was a critical factor in their decision to travel to Thailand. One couple I met on Koh Samet came on visa exempt. They were well aware of ability to obtain 30 day extension and then a further covid extension. They come every year, usually on TV. Their tv this recent trip was taking time in USA so they just arrived visa exempt. Point of the story is that they would not have come if CE not available. Other folk I have met have similar story.

No. It's not a 90 day report. Your applying for extension. Hence TM7. Nothing to do with 90 day report.

Think the io is being helpful. Perhaps the update is down to you keeping 90 report receipt in your pp. Perhaps it's that immigration office way of doing things. Wonder what they would do if you had recently made your report prior to attending immigration for extension.

First up you make some valid points. Small note that along with tourist visas visa exempt entries could also obtain covid extensions. Visa runs are certainly not simple currently.

Your correct. Somehow I missed the "I'm in late 40,s" ....missed the word LATE. OP the advice from Richard is correct. Stay as much as your can with various visas and upon turning 50 obtain a non O retirement and extensions. Very easy especially if using money in bank method.

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Simple answer. All depends on how long you wish to remain in Thailand. If it's 5 years up then PE Visa excellent option. Some can't afford the 600k tag.

Out of interest what does the io actually do. I mean just update your data on computer and hand you a new receipt. Did you give the io your current 90 report receipt. Perhaps you keep yours in your pp.

Indeed. Some immigration offices make up their own rules.

Nup. They will stamp you in for balance of 60 day covid extension. Count yourself lucky.