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6 December 2021

Extension Of State Of Emergency

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The government of Thailand announced it would extend the current Declaration of an Emergency Situation by an additional two months, beginning 1 Dec 2021 and ending 31 Jan 2022.
Thailand Immigration

Key Points

  • Extension of Declaration of an Emergency Situation until 31 Jan 2022 
  • Renewal of visa extension scheme for all visa passholders

Overview

The government of Thailand announced it would extend the current Declaration of an Emergency Situation by an additional two months, beginning 1 Dec 2021 and ending 31 Jan 2022.

The government will also add a 60-day extension to the current COVID-19 visa extension scheme, allowing foreign nationals stranded in Thailand to remain in the country on many types of expired visas until 25 Jan 2022. The extension will not be applied automatically, and visa holders are recommended to contact the immigration authorities to ensure the extension will be applied.

What are the Changes?

The government of Thailand has extended the Declaration of an Emergency Situation in the country until 31 Jan 2022. In addition, applicable expired visas will be extended, but visa holders must contact the immigration authorities to apply.

Looking Ahead

Employers and visa holders should continue to check the government of Thailand's website and Envoy's website for additional updates and information.

Originally published 2 December, 2021

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