
Tourist Visa Extension - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can i extend my tourist visa?
Yes, in many countries, tourists can apply to extend their visa before it expires. However, approval is not guaranteed and depends on local immigration policies.
Who is eligible to apply for a visa extension?
Eligibility requirements vary by country, but typically, you must:
✓ Hold a valid tourist visa.
✓ Apply before your current visa expires.
✓ Show valid reasons for wanting to stay longer.
✓ Have sufficient funds to support your extended stay.
✓ Hold a valid tourist visa.
✓ Apply before your current visa expires.
✓ Show valid reasons for wanting to stay longer.
✓ Have sufficient funds to support your extended stay.
How do i apply for tourist visa application?
You can usually apply through:
✓ An online immigration portal (in countries that offer this).
✓ In person at an immigration office.
✓ Through a registered visa agent (in some locations).
Always check the official immigration website of the country you are visiting.
✓ An online immigration portal (in countries that offer this).
✓ In person at an immigration office.
✓ Through a registered visa agent (in some locations).
Always check the official immigration website of the country you are visiting.
When should i apply for a visa extension?
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How long does it take to process a visa extension?
Processing times vary by country:
✓ Some countries offer same-day approval.
✓ Others may take several days to weeks.
Applying early is always recommended.
✓ Some countries offer same-day approval.
✓ Others may take several days to weeks.
Applying early is always recommended.
Can I stay in the country while my extension is being processed?
In most cases, yes — if you've applied before your current visa expires. Be sure to keep confirmation of your application as proof.
What happens if I overstay my tourist visa?
Overstaying may result in:
✓ Fines or penalties.
✓ Deportation.
✓ Bans on re-entry.
✓ Difficulty obtaining future visas. Always apply for an extension before your current visa expires.
✓ Fines or penalties.
✓ Deportation.
✓ Bans on re-entry.
✓ Difficulty obtaining future visas. Always apply for an extension before your current visa expires.
British National Overseas (BNO) passports
Extension / Allowed
✓ Initial extension of 7 Days
✓ Second extension of 38 Days visa waiver
✓ Monthly or every 2 Months extension thereafter
✓ Second extension of 38 Days visa waiver
✓ Monthly or every 2 Months extension thereafter
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Portuguese-Macao passports
Extension / Allowed
✓ Initial extension of 7 Days
✓ Second extension of 38 Days visa waiver
✓ Monthly or every 2 Months extension thereafter
✓ Second extension of 38 Days visa waiver
✓ Monthly or every 2 Months extension thereafter
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Temporary Resident Visa (TRV - Probationary)
Qualifications
✓ Legally married to a Filipino citizen
✓ Foreign spouse must be under visa required countries
✓ Foreign spouse must be under visa required countries
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Temporary Resident Visa (TRV - Permanent)
Qualifications
✓ Legally married to a Filipino citizen
✓ Foreign spouse must be under visa required countries
✓ Valid trv probationary visa
✓ Foreign spouse must be under visa required countries
✓ Valid trv probationary visa
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