Thank you for the polite detailed advice on timing of non-o visa.

I learn that once granted, have 90 days to arrive, when visa converted into a 90 day stay permit.

Then in that 90 day stay must open bank account, and transfer 800k baht. And then apply for 1 year extension?

Next questions:

1. When is best time in this time sequence to lease apartment?, and can do 12 month lease or only 90 days? And get ??30 form?

2 when is health insurance required?, and recommended insurance?

3. Does riding scooter require international license or must get local license?

4.what is usually utility cost per month (electricity, water?)

Thank you