Quick question, and please forgive me if this has been asked and answered already, but I didn't find much (or rather too much to sift through) on this websites search function.

Is it easier to apply for and receive a retirement visa in your home country or after arriving in Thailand ? I'm about a two hour drive from the Thai embassy in Los Angeles.

Thanks for your input.

My current extension will expire nov 28th

I made a transfer September 26th to bring bank account above 400,000 the

It shows on my statement 26th September at 7 pm

Now looking at updated bank book it shows up as September 27th

My question is will immigration accept the transaction date of 26th ? Or should I wait to the 27th to go to immigration to apply for extension?

I'm guessing the 27th but would appreciate any qualified advice from previous experiences!

Another question does immigration require updated photos each extension 🤔

OK appreciate your response 🙏

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