Chapter 4 of 16 · Visas & extensions
Visa extensions and visa runs in Phuket for long stays
How to stay longer than 60 days: extension at immigration, visa runs, long-stay visas (including the DTV) and what matters about overstay and reporting.
Ways to stay longer
Extension at immigration
The visa-exempt entry (60 days) can be extended by another 30 days at Phuket Immigration (Phuket Town). Fee ~1,900 ฿; bring passport, photo, form TM7 and copies. Done in one visit.
Visa run (border)
Leaving and re-entering for a fresh stamp. Rules have tightened: land visa runs are limited, most fly to a neighbouring country. It doesn’t guarantee entry — it’s up to the officer.
Long-stay visas
A tourist visa (TR, 60 days + extension). The DTV — a visa for remote workers and long stays (multiple entry, up to ~180 days per entry). Education and other categories exist. Rules change — check the current ones.
Overstay and reporting
- Overstay — a fine of 500 ฿ per day, up to 20,000 ฿. If you leave voluntarily, you pay the fine at the airport.
- If caught at a check — arrest, deportation and an entry ban (blacklist) are possible. Don’t let it get there.
- Long stays: 90-day reporting and address registration (TM30) apply to some visas.
- Rules and fees change — verify with the official Thai immigration site or a trusted agent.
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FAQ
How do I extend a tourist visa in Phuket?
The visa-exempt entry extends by 30 days at Phuket Immigration (Phuket Town): passport, photo, form TM7, fee ~1,900 ฿. Come early — there can be queues.
What is a visa run and does it still work?
A visa run means leaving the country and re-entering for a new stamp. Rules have tightened: land runs are limited, flying to a neighbour is more reliable. Entry is always at the officer’s discretion.
What is the overstay fine in Thailand?
500 ฿ per day, up to 20,000 ฿, paid on departure. But if an overstay is found at a check — arrest, deportation and an entry ban are possible.
What is the DTV visa?
The Destination Thailand Visa is a relatively new visa for remote workers and long stays: multiple entry, a long validity, up to ~180 days per visit. Verify the conditions and requirements before applying.
Visa rules and fees change from time to time. Before acting, verify with the official Thai immigration website or a trusted visa agent.
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