AlexfromManchester

19 minutes ago, DrJack54 said:

Exactly. I was planning on posting the following when reading through the thread....."immigration office may request that you apply for the standard 30 day extension available to those that entered on SETV or visa exempt prior to applying for covid extension"

Then you confirmed exactly that.

Just apply for the 60 day covid extension next. 

thanks for the info again @DrJack54

Very helpful! 

Ok so I went to immigration today. They were really friendly but did not grant me a 60 day Covid extension. 
 

I did ask why and they said I had to get the 30 day extension first and then I could apply for the Covid extension towards the end of that 30 days (if they roll the Covid extension measure for another couple of months)

Does that sound right? 

Hi all 

anyone know what the best reason to put on the reason for extension to have the best bet of 60 day extension being granted. I’ve seen some people just write ‘60 day extension’ rather than give a specific reason. Any advice is appreciated. 

23 hours ago, DrJack54 said:

You would deal with Muang Thong Thani.

MTT. You can apply for 60 day covid extension. You may need to have copy of TM30 report. Where did you obtain previous extensions?

This is my first extension application @DrJack54

On 3/8/2021 at 1:14 PM, DrJack54 said:

Don't listen to the ranters.

You are entitled to Covid extension.

Many folk obtaining them every day in exactly your situation. As I posted #1 using another 'normal' immigration office is an option, however that is messy. Bangkok good option. 

I suggest that you clarify first with your immigration office that they are not mistaken.

There is an affidavit that many offices have been using. Someone will post you a link. Take that along to your imm office.

Apart from all that you can use an agent for non o based on volunteering etc. Not cheap but an option.

Edit: As I understand it agent can also assist you with covid extension.

Good luck.

Hi @DrJack54 is there an immigration office in Bangkok you would recommend as being particularly helpful? I am due to request an extension (hopefully for 60 days!) later this week.

1 minute ago, ubonjoe said:

As the name implies it a special extension they created due to the pandemic caused the borders to close. They have been extending the order for them for 2 months at a time and current extension of it ends on the 30th of this month but they will likely extend it again.

Applying for it is almost the same as applying for the 30 day extension other than completing a affidavit  with choices for the reason you need the extension. It is the same 1900 fee as the 30 day extension.

Thanks @ubonjoe this is really helpful and good to know. Fingers crossed I will be able to get a 60 day when it comes to applying for the extension.

• Does anyone know if you are able to switch to the STV visa if already in Thailand?
• If not, is it possible to go to a closer by country and apply for STV from there? 

13 minutes ago, ubonjoe said:

You may be able to apply for 60 day covid 19 extension.

You do not have many choices if you do not find work.

Hi @ubonjoe thanks for the speedy reply and useful knowledge (as usual!)

Can you give me some more info on the 60 day COVID extension? I've only heard of a 30 day extension before now.

Hi all

I am looking for some advice. I entered Thailand on a single entry tourism visa as I have moved over here to look for work and live with my partner. I understand that to work, I will need to convert my single entry visa and also get a work permit.

I am applying for jobs but am concerned that I may run out of time on the single entry visa (even after the 30 day extension) so looking to the forum for advice around other options for a longer stay, if there are any, aside from securing work. 

Thanks for the other suggestions coming in! All are very much appreciated ???? 

Thank you, everyone!

Hi all

Recently moved to Bangkok to live with my boyfriend. We want to kit out our flat and spruce it up a little but I am struggling to find many nice furniture stores online. I mainly get directed to Lazada or IKEA. I think there is a habitat in Bangkok but wondered if there is anything similar to made.com, maison du monde, snugsofa, wayfair or similar places (in store or online, either would be great!)

any recommendations welcome! ????

6 hours ago, theoldgit said:

 

So you intend travelling to Thailand on a tourist visa, I suspect you may well be asked the reason for your trip at the UK point of departure, what will you say, "I'm hoping to find work in Thailand" or "I already of a job, but not the correct visa"?

 

"You can only travel internationally – or within the UK – where you first have a legally permitted reason to leave home. In addition, you should consider the public health advice in the country you are visiting"
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/national-lockdown-stay-at-home

Yes I would say I am relocating to join my boyfriend who lives and works there currently and that I intend to look for work and apply for a work permit when I arrive 

Does anyone know what is classed as legally permissible reasons for travel abroad? The only thing I can see is for work? Do you need to provide evidence at the UK airport? I am going as I am relocating but plan to apply for a work permit when I get over there. I currently only have a single entry tourist visa