toast1 Posted May 14, 2023 Share Posted May 14, 2023 (edited) Has anyone got the 90 day or 1yr medical visa? How difficult is it? Do I need a hospital letter, or just show medical receipts? I'm already in Thailand, getting cancer treatment, and flying would be very difficult, but the only way - at this point - to get another tourist visa. Any information appreciated. Thanks Edited May 14, 2023 by toast1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJack54 Posted May 14, 2023 Share Posted May 14, 2023 This expert can advise @Sheryl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BritTim Posted May 14, 2023 Share Posted May 14, 2023 I will let @Sherylgive you the authoritative answer. However, when already in Thailand, your only option is a medical extension for up to 90 days at a time, and it is very difficult to get when you are not actually hospitalised. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast1 Posted May 14, 2023 Author Share Posted May 14, 2023 Thanks How is it difficult? Do they often reject medical visa requests? Should they be made from outside Thailand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BritTim Posted May 14, 2023 Share Posted May 14, 2023 25 minutes ago, toast1 said: Thanks How is it difficult? Do they often reject medical visa requests? Should they be made from outside Thailand? Yes, they are very sceptical of applications for medical extensions, and usually deny applications if you are not in hospital. Immigration must be convinced that it is impossible for you to travel (by either air or land). If you have a pre-planned program of treatment at a major hospital/clinic, it is possible to apply for a medical tourism visa or (sometimes) a Non Immigrant O visa at a consulate outside Thailand. This is fairly easy to get with the right documentation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaosLover Posted May 14, 2023 Share Posted May 14, 2023 I had emergency surgery here and a Bumrungrad nurse was dispatched with me to immigration where my visa was quickly sorted out. I got 30 days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJack54 Posted May 14, 2023 Share Posted May 14, 2023 5 minutes ago, LaosLover said: I had emergency surgery here and a Bumrungrad nurse was dispatched with me to immigration where my visa was quickly sorted out. I got 30 days. What do you mean "visa was sorted out. I got 30 days. What was your status in Thailand when you had surgery? Meaning did you have tourist visa or visa exempt etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaosLover Posted May 14, 2023 Share Posted May 14, 2023 My tourist visa had run out while convalescing (the day after the surgery). I was on a plain ol' 30 day tourist visa on arrival. I got a plain ol' 30 day extension. The only noteworthy part of this story is that the hospital helped me do it. In fact, they informed me that I was already on overstay (which was forgiven) the day after my visa expired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJack54 Posted May 14, 2023 Share Posted May 14, 2023 11 minutes ago, LaosLover said: My tourist visa had run out while convalescing (the day after the surgery). I was on a plain ol' 30 day tourist visa on arrival. I got a plain ol' 30 day extension. The only noteworthy part of this story is that the hospital helped me do it. In fact, they informed me that I was already on overstay (which was forgiven) the day after my visa expired. Wasn't being smart when asked re your circumstances. Fact is you were had visa exempt entry and the hospital provided support and you were given standard 30 day extension. Short overstay not subject to a fine. That is quite different to folk requiring ongoing treatment. Personally don't imagine the OP will have much joy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaosLover Posted May 14, 2023 Share Posted May 14, 2023 'Always glad to pay it forward a bit here for the wisdom I have received. YMMV. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast1 Posted May 27, 2023 Author Share Posted May 27, 2023 (edited) What about palliative care? Has anyone got a medical visa to stay in Thailand for palliative, end of life, care? Thanks Edited May 27, 2023 by toast1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caldera Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 1 hour ago, toast1 said: What about palliative care? Has anyone got a medical visa to stay in Thailand for palliative, end of life, care? I doubt it. Firstly, Thailand isn't great for palliative care. Secondly, why would someone in this situation even care about overstay? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast1 Posted May 27, 2023 Author Share Posted May 27, 2023 Why isn't it good for palliative care? Thx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast1 Posted June 8, 2023 Author Share Posted June 8, 2023 Was able to get medical visa at Brumengrad as I was being treated for long term and serious illness there. Immigration comes once a week, and does all visa work there and then. Thx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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