@Jacob *******

Well you certainly took that to a bit of extreme.

People on vacation like to relax

It’s a great question. Probably several I don’t want to remember. But one that comes to mind is wearing a tank top to immigration office when applying for extension. I knew better but forgot

Worked out well for her.

She left early in the morning.

Was back within 3 hours.

They’ll mail it within 5 days to an address we’ll be later this month.

Cost was 1500THB.

Apparently could have had expedited same day service for 3500.

At least that’s how I understand it given our moderately limited language compatibility.

Again thanks to everyone for sincere answers

@Bass ***

I’m sorry

I don’t smoke enough to learn AI

Thanks for all the replies.

Very informative and helpful.

She is off to Chaengwattana this morning because she is familiar with that and a bit apprehensive to try a new place

@Jeh ****

Cool!

Or should I say

FRIGID!!

Fill it with ice cold water and become a Wim Hof disciple

@Tod ********

Interesting that you mention that 'remember almost no airlines know that the visa exempt entry increased from 30 to 45 days'.

I'll be facing that issue in a few days when I fly out from LAX on EVA Air and have a return in 75 days. I have tried to contact the airline via phone and unable to reach anyone. And have emailed and Facebook messengered without a helpful reply.

So I will approach the check in counter calmly, smiling, and get there early enough so if I have to buy an 'onward ticket' I will be prepared.

I do have questionable confidence in airlines knowing the latest rules. Less than a year ago Japan Airlines was not aware that Ko Samui had the one-night quarantine scheme in effect and would not let me board my flight and delayed me till next day when I was able to get the 'proper' scheme to board.

@Tod ********

Please clarify something about the '6 month METV'.

Does 6 month mean it is valid for 6 months from the issuance of the visa?

Or does it mean it is valid for 6 months form the time of entry into Thailand?

And finally does it mean I can stay in the country for 6 months or can I only stay for 60 days at a time and then either need to extend or leave?

Thanks

Got it...Thanks