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Can a Non-B visa be obtained from a Visa on Arrival in Thailand?

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Jan 26, 2022
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Wikus *********
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Hi all. Is it possible to a non-B visa from a visa on arrival? Do you still have to leave the country to apply for it? TIA
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It is not possible to convert a Visa on Arrival directly into a Non-B visa in Thailand. However, it is possible to change a Visa Exempt Entry to a Non-B visa, provided that all the requirements are met. Individuals should consult with their employer and the local Immigration Office for detailed guidance on this process.
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Thomas *********
If this helps at all , I just received a Non-B ( teaching ) from a covid extension ( original entry visa exempt )
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James ********
For what purpose is the Non B?

Business or teaching ?
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Robert *******
I guess you mean a 30 day Visa Exempt Entry and not the 15 day Visa on Arrival.

It is possible to convert to a Non Immigrant visa from a Visa Exempt Entry but you need to meet all requirements.

Please talk with the employer and the local Immigration Office to see it all can meet these requirements
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Wikus *********
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@Robert ******
 what is a visa exempt entry visa?
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@Wikus ********
 you are from South Africa so you arrive as a visa exempt short stay tourist with 30 days entry into Thailand. Its not a visa on arrival. Visa exempt means exactly what it says - without a visa ;)
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Wikus *********
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@Keith *************
 And you can extend it how many times?
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 once by 30 days at a cost of 1900 Baht from any immigration office. So total max stay is 60 days (30 days + 30 days extension allowed once only)
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Wikus *********
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@Keith *************
 thank you
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@Wikus ********
 It is not a visa, it is a way to visit Thailand without buying a visa before you visit Thailand. On entry you get from the Immigration Officer a stamp in your passport with a 30 day Admitted to Stay.
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Wikus *********
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@Robert ******
 Ah ok and it is possible to apply for a non-b within the country? All these visa changes got me confused.
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@Wikus ********
 There are no changes, so do not get confused. Talk with your employer and Immigration to see if all can meet the requirements.
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Lloyd ********
Visa on arrival - no
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