When is "Too Soon" to get an SETV extension

[Nyezhov]

If here on a 60 day SETV, when is it too soon to get your 30 day extension?

 

Id like to get that out of the way as soon as possible.

 

 

[jackdd]

Depends on the immigration office, i think most offices will do it if you have less than 30 days left, but some offices might only do it if you have less than a week left.

[Nyezhov]

Bangkok office

[elviajero]

41 minutes ago, Nyezhov said:

Bangkok office

There are no set (published) rules. Technically there is nothing stopping an office processing an extension anytime. I’ve heard of people getting extensions at Bangkok with a month to go, but you’re taking a chance if applying with more than a week to go.

[Nyezhov]

6 minutes ago, elviajero said:

There are no set (published) rules. Technically there is nothing stopping an office processing an extension anytime. I’ve heard of people getting extensions at Bangkok with a month to go, but you’re taking a chance if applying with more than a week to go.

I mean I would like to go asap, like with 40 days left....

[BritTim]

2 hours ago, Nyezhov said:

I mean I would like to go asap, like with 40 days left....

Unless you use an agent, I think your chances will be poor. Normally, a week or two is the limit for a tourist entry extension.

[Briggsy]

In the past, (many years ago) I have done this with over 30 days left without any comment from the officer.

 

Now, Jomtien immigration specify 30 days as the rule. However, during the busy period, (Dec - Feb or after a public holiday) you may well get rejected by reception if you have more than 7 days remaining. It depends how busy they are.