Are there exceptions to the 30-day early retirement extension

[kokesaat]

My retirement extension is due in Oct. Because of a serious medical issue with a family member in the US, I would like to travel now, but not sure how soon I will be back. I know immigration will normally extend a retirement visa 30 days early. And I seem to recall reading of someone who extended even earlier because of some medical emergency.

I'm trying to get my ducks in line in case I have to get back to the US quickly. I believe immigration will be closed tomorrow. I'd prefer to have some idea of whether immigration would entertain renewing me a full 90 days early. Anyone out there with any knowledge?

[Jingthing]

Some offices do 45 days early with no special reason needed. Name your office for details. As far as 90 days early, no, I have never heard that being allowed in any office. So I would think that is going to be very unlikely even with a very good reason. As you know, you can start over. My personal opinion is that with a very good excuse some offices MIGHT do 60 days early, but wouldn't count on that either. But nobody here can guarantee that for you; you'd have to try it yourself.

[barryofthailand]

Each Imigration region runs on different rules. Your best bet is to ask your local Thai Immigration office. Explain to them your predicament.

Barry

[ubonjoe]

I don't think you will be able to get it done that early. The most I ever heard of was 60 and that was long ago.

A the moment many offices allow 45 days.

You could try but immigration will not be open until Tuesday.