Extension in Bangkok requirements

[jktmedia]

Apologies I posted this as Reply elsewhere.

1. Has anyone tried this visa exemption extension in Bangkok successfully?

2. Has anyone succeeded in getting extension without the hotel reservations and flight? I can show them cash.

3. If this process will not work for me due to unable to provide hotel info and flight, is it possible to fly out of the country and immediately back in, for another 30 day visa?

One problem I may have with this new process - I am traveling around Thailand, Bangkok, north, south, and don't have all the hotel reservations as these are often done a day or two before.

I also will possibly cross a border via land.

If this new process is meant for travellers or backpackers it could be complicated for them.

[ubonjoe]

People have gotten the extension in Bangkok. There have been reports of it.

Hotel and flight reservations are not required. Immigration has not been asking for them.

[jktmedia]

Thank you very much. I will attempt it and let the forum know.

[jktmedia]

Hello just an FYI to any interested about the new regulation for extension of "temporary stay"/"visa exempt stamp"/"Visa"etc. The process was staightforward and easy but can take a long time, plan on maximum whole day just in case. There were only two cubicles taking care of the new extension process, though many other staffed cubicles were not utilized, remained empty of work or foreign visitors (Angry birds, candy crush, solitaire and bubble game were heavily utilized :-) the whole time. It took me 4 hours to receive the 30 day extension. The immigration officers were cordial and worked at least 90 minutes after closing hours. I had to provide phone number, specific accomodation in Bangkok, photo and the THB 1900 fee, that is all.