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Thai Immigration is becoming serious on the number of extensions on Visa Exemptions in order to clamp down on those who are using extensions as a means of living in Thailand.

Persons who wish to withdraw their petition for a K-1 Visa, it is best that the withdrawal is carried out according to proper procedures in order to avoid future issus with IMBRA.

Contrary to what is seen on the internet nowadays regarding Border Running, although there is heightened scrutiny to prevent people from exploiting the visa-free policy, Border Runs are in fact still possible.

Even though Thai Immigration has increased scrutiny at immigration checkpoints, regular tourists need not be concerned as authorities are focusing on scammers and illegal stayers.

Thai Immigration is increasing scrutiny, especially on those who are trying to use visa runs to live in Thailand long term, whereby other visa options are available to maintain proper status here.

Withdrawing a petition for Marriage Visas and the K-3 is possible but should be carefully considered, following which either the Department of Homeland Security or the Embassy and NVC will then need to be notified.

Contrary to what is on the internet, and the process being different from a few months ago, conversion to a Thai Retirement Visa is possible even though the Immigration Officers do retain discretion in the decision.

Thai Immigration has recently heightened scrutiny on those who have made frequent short trips to neigbhouring countries, including those who have Elite Visas which seems to imply that the crack down should be taken seriously.

The Destination Thailand Visa, created by the previous Government without any discussions with the Immigration Authorities, has now produced issues regarding the ability to enter the country twice in one year.

The talk regarding Thai Immigration issues such as border runs and visa extensions does not pertain to those on non-immigrant visas, whose status will not be effected as long as the financial requirements are met..