I have a question, probably a dumb one.

I know we are supposed to stay in the country we submitted the application.

I've also seen some people who went in Thailand before getting the visa, then do a border run to activate the visa.

Is there any issue so far? I just want to know the level of risk. Thank you. Cheers!

I am receiving conflicting advice from the TV forum and an "agency" I popped into in Chiang Mai, so I'm hoping to get things cleared up here (please!)

My Non-Imm O-A has an "Enter before date" of 18 October 2018.

My last entry into Thailand is stamped as 30 January 2018.

My question - MUST I exit and return from/to Thailand on or before 18 October 2018 OR on or before 29 January 2019?

I wish to retain my multi-entry status, if that helps.....

TIA

Phil