How to Extend Your Tourist Visa in Phuket – Full Process

Need more time in Phuket? Extending your tourist visa is legal, simple, and stress-free — if you know how. Here's the full 2025 guide.

1. Who Can Extend Their Visa?

• Holders of a 60-day Tourist Visa (TR)
• Visa on Arrival (VoA) holders can extend to 30 days (not 60)

2. Required Documents

• Passport + copy
• TM.30 form (hotel confirmation)
• 1 recent passport photo
• Proof of financial means (bank statement or 10,000 THB cash)
• Return/onward ticket (optional but recommended)

3. Where to Apply in Phuket

• Immigration Office Phuket: 88 Thanon Yonak, Tambon Talad Yai
• Online: via Thai immigration portal (coming soon in 2025)

4. Fees & Timeline

• Cost: 1,900 THB (~$55 USD)
• Processing: 1–3 business days
• New Stay: +30 days (total 90 days for TR visa)

5. Step-by-Step Process

1. Gather documents
2. Fill TM.30 at your hotel
3. Submit form at immigration office
4. Pay fee and wait for approval
5. Collect passport with extension stamp

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Requirements Checklist (Quick Recap)

• Valid passport (6+ months)
• Completed application forms (we can prepare)
• Passport photos
• Proof of address or accommodation
• Supporting documents based on visa type

Fees & Timeline (Typical Ranges)

Fees and processing times vary by visa type and nationality. We confirm the exact timeline after reviewing your documents and can fast‑track where eligible.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Submitting incomplete or outdated forms
• Missing TM.30/address proof
• Incorrect photo format
• Underestimating processing time during peak seasons

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