Non-O still requires 90 day border runs??

yes, maybe try the re-entry at a land border...

you might get lucky or just plead ignorant.

Worst case scenario they would let you in visa exempt for 30 days.

Peace!

I think many of us have originally thought to do things the legal way,

but after learning all the monetary and legal requirements, it becomes clear that its absolutely UN-doable,

unless you're a multinational that can afford to put up

(and be prepared to lose)

lots of money!!

Thai have always employed protectionist policies and there is many valid reasons why.

As far as Thailand is concerned, what you mention is pretty much illegal.

Although it is always absolutely possible to "slip through the cracks" in certain circumstances, know that it can all come chrashing down on you in an instant.

Remaining "Under the radar" would be my first tip.

The second tip would be NOT to announce your intentions on social media!!

ok, i guess i didnt exactly offer anything very usefull in my comment.

so hey, you are more fortunate than many if you are needing to go back to France months per year.

An METV is perfect for you as can nearly get 9 months in Thailand out of it if done right.

and you will most probably never be questioned about it at airports.

if they have difficult requirements, then try ringing the consulate. sometimes they will tell you not to worry about certain things.

No, the issue is not being a long term tourist.

If you constantly try to rock up scrounging VEs you no doubt look WORSE than a long term tourist in the eyes of IOs.

no wonder they reject these guys.

they probably suspect hes up to no good or having to work illegally or pulling some scam in Thailand.

how do you live that long without income.

SO, just get a damn visa.

if thats to expensive then maybe its time to consider a different direction in life

Frank and Stephen, lol, you guys are taking the piss right?

the guy sounds like hes been scrounging for years, pushing his luck with as many VE's as possible.

you really think he can afford elite?

lol

you story is also "kinda unclear"

Did you have a legit visa or an METV when trying to enter through Poipet?

Now thats an expensive lesson. time and money

fair enough! i gotta say, it puzzles me about these recent reports of guys getting turned away/hassled when going for VE's at the 2 main Thai airports.

maybe its the country you come from and errrr what kind of permanent dark suntan you might have.