3 minutes ago, BritManToo said:

CM immigration,

The under consideration stamp is normally until 30 days after your previous extension ends.

So when I renew my extension it's usually 60+ days under consideration.

But it's not really a limit, as the under consideration period lasts until they have made their decision, no matter how long they take. I previously had one extension whice was 90 days from application to final stamp.

Not sure about that.

My last "under consideration" stamp was 30 days from my application on the 12th.....not 30 days from last extension which was the 19th !!!??

But on the 12th, 30 days later, when I collected the new "final" stamp, it was until 19th of that year!!!

NOTE, also, the proof of the 400k being in my bank was also for the period 12th to 12th.

Strange, but I didn't query anything 😉

23 hours ago, orchidfan said:

I am on "marriage extensions" and wonder how your agent handles:

the 6+ photos usually required,

the ST10 Declaration & witness with copy of Thai ID,

the wife attending with you at application day,

bank statements and letter (stamped),

transaction in the account on day of application

Kor Ror 2 from Ampur?

Etc

Just interested, and what cost?

BTW, I/we also only attend Immigration office one day, no home visits now, get multiple re-entry visa same day.

I've a few friends that do their extensions through an agent in a different province based on marriage.

They take and submit the 6 photos as normal.

New KR2 from their local amphur as normal.

Wife didn't need to attend previously, maybe they need to nowadays, not sure

Agent took care of the signed witnesses

no funds needed, agent put in and out on the day, that was accepted by the IO the agent deals with (not in a major province)

Price is around 32-38k baht afaik

My brother arrived back this year and messed up his 400k, he has autistic problems with lists and numbers. He has a Thai wife and child. Reputable agent office fixed it all for less than 30,000, 12 month wife/son extension no need for anyone to be there, no funds needed.

1 hour ago, Packer said:

not in a major province

I'm just considering my first extension with an agent in Phuket. No decisions yet.

Firstly, I've been told by an agent that banks don't accept agents opening accounts in Phuket so I need to do this myself.

Secondly, agent can put up the 800K but it needs to be done in another province (not in Phuket).
Not sure which province but I'm assuming my passport is sent there and suppose there is always a risk doing this but (beside being locked into using them) is there any other issues in the future?

Thanks.

Edit: sorry just fully read Tod's message and pretty much covers this.

4 minutes ago, BaanOz said:

is there any other issues in the future?

Not that I know of. Though if you decide to not use an agent in the future, people mention that it's best to leave the country and get a new fresh visa, then return and extend that without using an agent.

22 minutes ago, Packer said:

Though if you decide to not use an agent in the future, people mention that it's best to leave the country and get a new fresh visa, then return and extend that without using an agent.

This advice is correct.

For some immigration offices the agent will not use the office in your province.

Sent "up country" for stamp.

For those the best option to DIY in future without agent is to start over.

Your option would be to exit Thailand without reentry permit and obtain Non O eVisa OR just reenter visa exempt and obtain Non O at local office

On 4/1/2026 at 2:26 AM, BrandonJT said:

How does it not hold up? It's the same reason immigration offices can make up their own rules if they want. They are the ones who get to decide whether or not to issue a visa/extension and under what criteria. They can both add AND remove criteria at their discretion.

In Thailand, an Organic Act is a high-level, constitutionally mandated law passed by the National Assembly for specific, vital matters. A ministerial regulation is subsidiary legislation issued by a Minister to implement acts, covering technical details. The Act dictates the framework, while regulations dictate implementation

Organic Acts hold superior legal authority and are explicitly required by the Constitution. Ministerial regulations must not contradict the Organic Act under which they are issued.

18 hours ago, BaanOz said:

I'm just considering my first extension with an agent in Phuket. No decisions yet.

Firstly, I've been told by an agent that banks don't accept agents opening accounts in Phuket so I need to do this myself.

Secondly, agent can put up the 800K but it needs to be done in another province (not in Phuket).
Not sure which province but I'm assuming my passport is sent there and suppose there is always a risk doing this but (beside being locked into using them) is there any other issues in the future?

Thanks.

Edit: sorry just fully read Tod's message and pretty much covers this.

NO agent in Phuket will get you an extension at Phuket immigration, it will be up country
dont believe me, ask them

I have an agent in Phuket that will do it for you ( youu need ur bank account) for 22,000 ( if any agent wants more ur getting ripped off)
OR use TVC for 16,000 ( 18,000 1st time)

office changes all the time as they like to "help" lessor immigration offices

Thinking about the agent route, just a few questions if anyone can help.

My stamp ends on the 4th of May ( exempt entry 2nd this year )

Thinking about a retirement visa via an agent.

How do they handle things like TM30, because I'm moving home at the end of this month?

If I go to immigration to update my address and they look at my passport, I imagine that would be a red flag. This is why I ask, can I update it online?

Also my Thai driving license expired 3 months ago, so I imagine I can't go to immigration for a COR, so can agents help with that issue?

2 hours ago, BillyBobzTeeth said:

How do they handle things like TM30, because I'm moving home at the end of this month?

If I go to immigration to update my address and they look at my passport, I imagine that would be a red flag. This is why I ask, can I update it online?

Also my Thai driving license expired 3 months ago, so I imagine I can't go to immigration for a COR, so can agents help with that issue?

TM30 can always be done online. It's just a database of entries. But that doesn't mean you'll be able to do your own 90-day reports even after that. Depends on your immigration office etc. Best to talk to the agent about how they would prefer it be handled.

Can you get the CoR now and then go renew your license before any of this matters?

2 hours ago, BillyBobzTeeth said:

How do they handle things like TM30, because I'm moving home at the end of this month?

The agent that some of my friends use for marriage or children extensions takes care of the TM30 and every 90 day report as part of their extension package. the agent mails them the stamped and signed 90 day report slip after every 90 day report.

I guess different agents do different things as part of their service.

It's all good, I feel like an incredibly fortunate man every time I use my agent, I wouldn't have it any other way.

On 4/5/2026 at 1:00 PM, BillyBobzTeeth said:

Thinking about the agent route, just a few questions if anyone can help.

My stamp ends on the 4th of May ( exempt entry 2nd this year )

Thinking about a retirement visa via an agent.

How do they handle things like TM30, because I'm moving home at the end of this month?

If I go to immigration to update my address and they look at my passport, I imagine that would be a red flag. This is why I ask, can I update it online?

Also my Thai driving license expired 3 months ago, so I imagine I can't go to immigration for a COR, so can agents help with that issue?

FIRST:
if ur going to stay and are on a visa exempt entry, ur going to need a Non o VISA , than the extension
Fees will be around 30-50,000 for 15 months, ( non O visa + 12 month extension) depending on where you are, with patttaya being the cheapest.

to issue an extension, they issue u a tm 30 in that area, so they can use that immigration
you than can get a new tm 30 if/when u move ur address
ZERO problem updating ur tm 30 to where you really live, ( done it many times) in person or online...NO red flag, they know what you did and its no big deal
agent can handle ur 90 day if u wish
U can get a cor on a visa exempt so do it now and renew ur license, you will only get 2 years

I've done my own extensions in the past using monthly income route. To make a long story short I transferred money twice in one month by mistake and none the next month. So, even though it's obvious I sent money too soon I'm thinking Immigration won't accept it.

I'm thinking using an agent will be the safest route. The cost of transferring money monthly and cost of agent almost evens out.

What say you Jack?

4 hours ago, EVENKEEL said:

I've done my own extensions in the past using monthly income route. To make a long story short I transferred money twice in one month by mistake and none the next month. So, even though it's obvious I sent money too soon I'm thinking Immigration won't accept it.

I'm thinking using an agent will be the safest route. The cost of transferring money monthly and cost of agent almost evens out.

What say you Jack?

Yes it's an excuse for them to push you to an agent, or pay them extra. I would try first and see what they say rather than rush to an agent

6 hours ago, EVENKEEL said:

To make a long story short I transferred money twice in one month by mistake and none the next month. So, even though it's obvious I sent money too soon I'm thinking Immigration won't accept it

Unfortunately think you are correct.

One thing immigration are very fussy with is the financials.

Can depend on which office as to if they give you a break.

Once I had small slip. 2k short for two days.

They made a song and dance and only when head io let it slide I was able to get the extension.

That was CW.

I suggest try when extension window opens then if rejected post again for advice on options..

A quick update to the kind folks who replied to me.

Thinking about the TVC in BK because they can do it by post ( I live in South Hat Yai ) and handle the issues I mentioned.

I was quoted 50k for the quick VIP service, but that includes a Non O for 3 months, and a 12-month retirement visa with 90 days included.

All of that can be done in the post within a week!

Has anyone here used their VIP service recently?

Can you recommend it?

15 minutes ago, BillyBobzTeeth said:

All of that can be done in the post within a week!

Has anyone here used their VIP service recently?

Can you recommend it

No issue. Expensive but one of the best.

You might consider to ask them about additional 90 reports service.

Get them to obtain also a reentry permit if you plan to travel out of Thailand (4k for multi)

On 4/9/2026 at 6:05 AM, DrJack54 said:

Unfortunately think you are correct.

One thing immigration are very fussy with is the financials.

Can depend on which office as to if they give you a break.

Once I had small slip. 2k short for two days.

They made a song and dance and only when head io let it slide I was able to get the extension.

That was CW.

I suggest try when extension window opens then if rejected post again for advice on options..

I've been hemorrhaging money lately for family so might just make my life easier and talk to M. first and maybe start using agent. Bangkok Bank just complicated my extension.

12 hours ago, BillyBobzTeeth said:

A quick update to the kind folks who replied to me.

Thinking about the TVC in BK because they can do it by post ( I live in South Hat Yai ) and handle the issues I mentioned.

I was quoted 50k for the quick VIP service, but that includes a Non O for 3 months, and a 12-month retirement visa with 90 days included.

All of that can be done in the post within a week!

Has anyone here used their VIP service recently?

Can you recommend it?

I used them last month ONLY for my 1 year renewal. Had my passport back in a week
Note if u continue using them u will only pay 16,000 ( current rate) for the 1 year
they do 90 day reports for you for around 350 baht
I find it easier to just file a new tm30 online and file where i live online

18 hours ago, DrJack54 said:

No issue. Expensive but one of the best.

You might consider to ask them about additional 90 reports service.

Get them to obtain also a reentry permit if you plan to travel out of Thailand (4k for multi)

5 hours ago, zzzzz said:

I used them last month ONLY for my 1 year renewal. Had my passport back in a week
Note if u continue using them u will only pay 16,000 ( current rate) for the 1 year
they do 90 day reports for you for around 350 baht
I find it easier to just file a new tm30 online and file where i live online

Thanks for the replies.

I’ll sort this out after Songkran. Will update the thread and tell you how it goes.

Looks like the prices have gone up to 55k for VIP service and 45k for regular service.

I guess the first time is always pricier, but it was 50k just last month 😄

The rising fuel costs must have done it lol

Just out of interest, are they the only ones who can do it by mail?

41 minutes ago, BillyBobzTeeth said:

Just out of interest, are they the only ones who can do it by mail?

No. However most well known

42 minutes ago, BillyBobzTeeth said:

I guess the first time is always pricier, but it was 50k just last month

Typically "the first one" is folk entering Thailand visa, exempt or tourist visa rather than a Non O eVisa.

So in fact it's two steps. Agent obtains a Non O then second agent obtains 12 month extension.

Agents can do these steps at same time.

If you had entered with a Non O eVisa the agent would have only needed to obtain 12 month extension. Cost closer to 16k

On 4/1/2026 at 2:26 AM, BrandonJT said:

How does it not hold up? It's the same reason immigration offices can make up their own rules if they want. They are the ones who get to decide whether or not to issue a visa/extension and under what criteria. They can both add AND remove criteria at their discretion.

You are citing ORDER OF THE IMMIGRATION BUREAU No. 327/2557 which grants "aliens who are granted visa exemption under Paragraph 3, Section 35 of the Immigration Act" (1999) Clause 5. If you want to interpret "legitimate reason" as ANY reason, I don't agree, but leave that aside.

What Section 35 of the IMM Act does stipulate is that the fee for a Section 35 extension is (maximum) 2000 baht.

On 4/10/2026 at 2:26 PM, DrJack54 said:

If you had entered with a Non O eVisa the agent would have only needed to obtain 12 month extension. Cost closer to 16k

And as to the difference between the authorized Section 35 2000 baht max. extension fee and the 16K above:

And you really think the bosses (who are even more of an authorized officer) of these offices aren't fully aware of what is going on and taking their cut?

Edited June 9Jun 9 by JerryM