I was relieved when I moved to Udonthani and the immigration office was a small friendly walk in office as opposed to the hassle of the time accusing Bangkok immigration office.

Go to Phuket immigration they won’t ask for insurance and it’s nicer and quicker.

As much as you love Bangkok, you might learn to hate Bangkok immigration visits. This huge complex (Chaeng Wattana Government Complex) houses a bunch of ministries, foreign ministry e.g., central courts, government agencies etc.pp. Immigration is just a small piece of it. It demonstrates the extreme centralisation in this country. Everything Bangkok. In at 11, out at 3 PM? Call yourself lucky. Last time spent in Khon Kaen office was less than 30 minutes (one year extension).

Hi Keis, so that didn't look fun I'm not looking forward to doing that, however now I know what not to do😂😂. Thanks for the heads up. Great vid mate stay safe

Like the way you stay positive, immigration can be a pain. Keep it up mate.

What a trip for the visa Adam, but you managed to get it done in time buddy 👊 good for you, enjoy the next 3 months 💪 And as always, C Ya in the next one, cheers 🙌🍻

Very helpful though for those going through the process. Question for you did you stay in the apartment you rented as a air Bnb before renting ?

I was doing my retirement visa extension for years and once they moved to Chaeng Wattana it steadily became a nightmare. I was able to show a very healthy bank account balance far more than was required by the medical insurance and I always transferred more into Thailand each year than was required but they still insisted on a medical insurance. Every year it steadily got worse the paperwork that was being demanded. Copies of all previous visa extensions as if they had never been recorded on their computer system and then applying for a multiple re-entry visa I had to supply a copy of the visa that had just been stamped into my passport and which they could see with their own eyes. As if you could apply for a multiple re-entry visa without first being granted the extension. I decided last year to go back to my own country and will return to Thailand for the occasional visit. Agreed I am not one of the super elites that they want to attract but nevertheless in my own modest way I did make a positive contribution which has now been lost.

Great information!!! Thank you!

I used to fly out of Bkk purposely to do my visa extensions. Chaengwattana is a nightmare. At least it was quiet for you mate. Under normal circumstances that place is rammed and can take 5-6 hours once in the queue.

You have great 2 days. Thanks for the video.

Hi Adam, can I ask you where exactly is that immigration office. Is it near the Don Mueang airport. Thanks for the video.

Yo how did you get outta Oz during covid? Did you get a biz visa or something? I don't wanna wait till Feb/March in WA!

The empty space has a flea market at times and the third floor has a treadmill for jogging. Next year there will be a MRT Pink line monorail running through here.

@cloudygas7135

2 жыл бұрын

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@keis one so do you really need proof o payment for 3 months for accommodation when renewing too?

It's genuinely a lottery how it gets done. My best was 10 minutes including queuing, my worst was 8 hours.

must i go there too to extend for 30 days longer?

Is it easy to apply for a visa in Thailand? And cost of living in Bangkok? Probably a lot cheaper than London?

I recommend you go to Undon Thani it’s a cool small city with bars ( if they are open ) it’s in the Issan region above khonkaen, I always had fun in Udon...

Excellent video thanks

You had a nitemare 2 days but Another useful video thankyou What is app called for helping fill in form

As of now the 30 day doesn't require insurance but the 60 day does at Canberra embassy. Both can be extended. Still waiting for a more generous and easy visa deal before heading to Thailand. Things still a bit too strict and unsure.

are all stv extensions for 90 days?

When I lived in Samui years ago we just went to the local, immigration on the island treated people with respect. Dressed appropriately and usually we were in and out within 10minutes. I only had to do it a couple of times.

STV visas are not ongoing visas, they are for covid period. Also Im sure insurance is $50k now?

Where is the immigration in Bangkok?

What is the cost of the Visa renew?

I received an email from Thai consulate saying my visa was approved and they sent me a letter look alike to print out but they never asked me to send them my passport to stamp with my Thai visa so I don’t have a visa but a letter to print out , is that the Thai evisa? I’m so confused . Thanks in advance

Extended mine in Chiang Mai. Took about an hour, Volunteers at the front to check you have all the right paperwork before you go in were very helpful.

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah my CM experience was soooo much easier too

Good video me and gf plan on moving in Chang Mai next year around sept

Always wear long trousers..If you can do the visa yourself I wouldn't recommend using a agent, unless you really need one. They can help sometimes but they dont. Its always difficult the first time you do this you learn as you go along. BKK is one of the more stricter offices. At least its not busy there at the minute. Get there early at least 6-7 am you will be in and out before the lunch break. TM30 youre supposed to inform immigration every time you leave the province and return, when you stay in a hotel there are supposed to do it for you. If you leave the country make sure you do your TM30 within a day. Things change all the time though. Hope that helps a bit.

You should have watched DAN's blog on visa extension. Mate the Thai consulates in Australia have different ideas between them, last time I looked Canberra and Sydney carry different information for same visa's.

Hi Adam, thans for you content! - Is it to pricey to go for an visa agent? I think ist more hassle free.. Do you have experience and the costs for an Visa Agent? - Best, Chris

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

I will let you know after next time, I will use a visa agent next time haha

A mate an I are going over for 31 days in January what type of visa do we need an will we be able to do it prior to landing also if it’s only a 30 day visa do we need to extend it

@certificateofvaccinationi.d.19

2 жыл бұрын

I overstayed by one day...they wrote overstay by 15 hours on the page and waved me through...all good

U need to show up way earlier then 11 am. 7 am is best. Been living in bkk for 7 years.

Excellent video. It's only you who have the patience with those government departments.

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

I dont really have a choice lol

Will you be able to get out of Australia, once you come back. That is the question ??? We have just allowed back flights in.

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

I really hope so, that’s why I chose not to come for christmas and waiting until March, hopefully things are a little more chilled then.

Do they get suspicious if you leave Thailand and come right back with a new visa? I remember pre-covid they were cracking down on that a lot.

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

It’s a misconception that doing that is illegal or wrong. It’s totally fine, I know people all over the world that live like that.

Hua Hin is Hands down the easiest place as far I know to make or renew your visa. Same with some places in Isan and sure Chiang Mai is a better place to. But paperwork and requirements is the same, or almost, you can never be sure what they need exactly the day you show up. If you have the paper, they do not need it, if you dont have, then be sure they need it ;-)

well this Video just confirmed to me what I've always heard is still true. Do your homework ahead of time & that 9 times out of 10 makes things go SO much smoother. compared to this example of no homework being done for a New location cost you excess time, money & frustration.

Thanks for the Immigration info wow biggest one in Thailand I guess. I made a mistake in Sydney in 2019,needed a TR visa for over 30 day holiday. Jumped on the train Central coast to Thai embassy in Macquarie st Sydney too easy. Arrived before opening no people downstairs waiting ? Only one Thai lady ,a courier came out of the lift he said you look like you need the embassy we said yes he said public holiday in Thailand embassy closed grrr, came back next day submitted all paperwork thought I could collect it in the afternoon? No come back in 3 days? My god,lucky my daughter worked close to the embassy she collected it for me. 2022 I will post it

Can i ask how old are you ? Cuz i've guessed and want to know if i have guessed it right

I Would Have Gotten There 1 HR Before They Open. Congrats On Getting Everything Done.

Still crazy how you can upload a video everyday

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

Gets hard after a big night out.. like last night haha

2 жыл бұрын

@Aces Al yeah at 37 I can’t go out that much even pizza 🍕 night make me Fatter than it used to be

do you need a contract with your landlord for the whole 3 month when you apply for the STV visa?

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

No, last time I was only in an Airbnb for a couple weeks

hey keis! i was wondering: how u find condo''s/apartment/hotelroom. on airbnb i know. but whice are guestfriendly. like i go to bkk next ye but i look for a room where i can take 1 to 3 people in my room to stay a night like as afterparty or just have a nice time. you just ask them at airbnb by sending them direcht message? i will only stay for 2 weeks. please help me man! love your video"s

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

I never really ask, I just do it haha As long as you don't make too much noise, and leave the place clean afterwards, I haven't had any issues..

@shawnrewinkel3782

2 жыл бұрын

@@keisone haha okey thats great! thnx for your reply man.

Lumar insurance?

Your channel never has no sound for me. Why

Omg!!! I'm in the car always🤯🤯🤯🤯

Have you heard of any reputable visa agents in Chiang Mai?

What if you live in hotels? How does the proof of address bit work? 🤔

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I believe hotels and AirBnb hosts are supposed to do it when you check in.. You can just ask the hotel to be sure to do it and you should be fine.

@baconoverflow4384

2 жыл бұрын

@@keisone Sweet thanks! I'm finally in Thailand - Hi from Phuket :)

Been there done that for my son who is half Thai by descent they said if he doesn’t he can be put in prison. That would be a great look a 6 year old in the Bangkok Hilton.

I remember going there numerous times and would have loved to have pinged a football ⚽️ around there, cavernous!!

I use an agent. It's worth it to me.

So basically renewing a visa is best done in Chang mai 👍

Anyone know whats the point of visas? just let people stay where they want?

That's messed up, what a pain. I was also under the impression that the insurance requirement was lowered to 50K, but maybe that's just for new entrants under Thailand Pass??? All of it such a money grab.

Trick is to get there at 8 am then no worries

I must have missed the pink hair video? :)

Changwatta's a gold mine

One would think that big building would be a one stop shop instead of sending you around. Educational nonetheless great video

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I would have thought so too.. but you can buy a microwave oven in there if you need, thats very helpful HAHA

@TheUndertakerVII

2 жыл бұрын

@@keisone wow 🤣🤣🤣

Nice one Adam…good ploy having the pink hair… coz if you bring back a random with dark hair and she finds pink hair in the cot( AKA pink haired girl)- you can say its yours…555 bulls#&t baffles brains…cheers nbeerz Daz

@anthony7091

2 жыл бұрын

What are the chances of bringing back a random with black hair? 🤣😂 I love black hair.

You must be lucky that they let you in with short trousers.

Immigration is not a fun experience. I've spent hours and hours just sitting in there. It's best to bring a powerbank with you as your phone will prob run out at some point.

R u on STV visa ?

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

Seriously?

No mention of proof of vaccination or proof of the track and trace app.

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

Didn’t get asked for either

@bruceh6353

2 жыл бұрын

@@keisone thanks

Adam they dropped it to 50k insurance now. Why on earth did they tell you 100k?

with shorts in a Thai Government Building. You are very smart!

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

The dress regulation is “no beach shorts” I was fine..

@jens1898

2 жыл бұрын

@@keisone Try to wear long next time. There will serve you different. Learn a bit about Thai Culture!

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

@@jens1898 serve me different? They were lovely to me, the guy actually now subscribes to me on KZread

@jens1898

2 жыл бұрын

@@keisone good for you! I dont mean bad. Its experience from a guy who work 10 years Bangkok Sukhumvit. Cheers!

All visas do not need health insurance mate ..you might want to look into that before making that claim.

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It's unbelievable what they were asking for in Thailand. .

@Friluftslek

2 жыл бұрын

Have you ever tried to get a Eu visa? Thailand is far more easier for an foreigner than an Asian to get a Schengen visa. Not sure how it is in Australia, but do not think it is easier there for an Asian than an Australian to get a visa in Thailand.

Should of gone down to Jomtien an paid someone to do it. A whole lot easier.

Mate take the hat off I gotta see the hair lol 😆 gone same same as the girl you are dating 😆👍🏼🍻

@keisone

2 жыл бұрын

haha yeah I'll do a vid on my hair tomorrow haha

its not an immigration building keis, it has a whole stack of different government services and departments. I hate the place.

Best advice : Don't ever go anywhere near Immigration. EVER. Just go to an agency.

Thailand is making it tough on you b/c they sorta want you out since you keep wearing shirts with brown tape all over them

Did they give you shit for wearing shorts? One time they did with me.. other times they didn't.

Well, no offense.... but for starters going dressed like that is a big negative strike against you.

Adam Where and what do you see when you over 50 years old?. Australia won’t help you unless you an asylum seeker.