@Adam *******

would just ignore these people. Anonymous online and probably very forgettable offline.

@Chris *********

Ok nice, thanks. Luckily I got a Thai account on an Ed visa a few years ago but will get some cash out in case.

@Chris *********

Foreign account or Thai bank?

flashing headlights mean cars are NOT stopping!

and also not having a return flight to the UK might be an issue. I could use Onward ticket but they might also be wise to that

you think two and a half months would be considered a length of time? considering I have lived there for so long? I was under the impression/been told that its around 6 months for things to settle and to be seen as a tourist again. I know these questions can be futile because I guess one IO could think 2 weeks in your home country is enough and another 6 months

i've got several E-visas (and extended) in the past, this is the problem

No entry quota by air but can be strict at immigration, especially with my history

@Kool ******

thanks very much for all the info. It's much appreciated! And if I did manage to get the METV, they wouldn't be able to refuse entry? unlike a Single Entry Tourist Visa?

Ok thanks for the info, I've messaged them