Visas – Changing your visa type and getting renewals

Visa Extensions: Apply at Immigration Bureau with passport, application form, photo, and supporting documents.

Visa Renewals: Apply for a new visa at a Thai embassy or consulate outside of Thailand.

Changing Visa Type: Contact Immigration Bureau or visa agent for specific requirements and procedures.

Overstaying Your Visa: Can result in fines, detention, and deportation. Keep track of expiration date and apply for extension or renewal before expiration.

A special word to those on a “Retirement Visa” – It seems that the requirements for obtaining and renewing retirement visas can be dynamic. Almost every month brings an actual change or the rumor of one! It is important to keep informed about any potential changes. It is equally important to not be alarmed by the multitude of opinions and thoughts provided by those on social media!!

Here are some specific recommendations:

1. Talk to the people that you know
2. Come to the Chiang Mai Expats Club monthly general meeting, where visa experts will always discuss any upcoming changes
3. Speak with a reputable visa agent