Extension of Stay Grace Period

[kbirkins]

All-

A question for the immigration gurus.

I am an American with an Extension of Stay (EofS) (retirement) expiring February 10, 2016. I have Airline reservations and leaving via Suvarnabhumi the evening of February 13, 2016- 3 days after the EofS has expired.

I had planned to renew my EofS before leaving Thailand. However, unforeseen circumstances require that I remain in the States far longer (several months) than originally planned. I've concluded it makes more sense to apply for a new O/A Visa (retirement) when my business is concluded and I'm ready to return to Thailand.

I generally like to stay well within the legal requirements. So, my questions:

1) Strictly speaking what do I need to do to be legally in Country for those 3 days?

2) Is there any recognized grace period that allows me to leave without penalty from Immigration?

3) What would you do given these circumstances?

Thanks in advance..

[ubonjoe]

There is no grace period.

You could apply for a 7 day extension, pay 1900 baht and be given 7 days to leave the country.

[Eclipse]

Yep.

7 days to get out of town from Immigration. 1,900 Baht.

[merijn]

Don't forget to take your flight details with you as some immigration offices requiring proof before they issue the 7 day extension.

[elviajero]

1. Apply of a new 1 year extension of stay or 7 days to leave the country. Both cost the same 1,900 baht.
2. No.
3. As a trip to immigration is needed I would apply for a new 1 year extension and a re-entry permit (1,000 baht). No need for a new O-A visa.

[kbirkins]

Not the answer I was hoping for but I really appreciate the assistance.

Many thanks to everyone who replied...