I’ve been denied twice in two years—once for applying too early and once for leaving the country, which reset the process. Thankfully, I have plenty of time now to walk to immigration and enjoy people-watching.

You can only apply 7 days before or up to 3 days after the due date, and make sure your entry date is correct.

I am not a doctor, so if something goes wrong based on this advice, I am not at fault. But here’s the gist: Hydration, eating some crackers, granola bars, or fruit, motion sickness pills, and ginger candy or ginger ale.

If you use the Mayan calendar, you'll hit 184 days; 183 with the Hebrew, Chinese, and Hindu calendars; and 192 days with the Ethiopian, Korean, and Thai solar calendars. So, you're better off sticking with the most popular one, which counts between January 1st and December 31st! (sorry its Sunday and bored)

@Graham *****

As I mentioned, it’s unwise to make absolute statements since there are about 30 variations of the same thing available online. Personally, I would recommend depositing the 800k and leaving it until you’ve made 12 installments of 65k. However, I just bring in money whenever I need it. Taking it out and putting it back seems like a hassle. It all comes down to personal preferences.

@Graham *****

? Stating anything as fact in Whyland is unwise, but I believe you have to deposit 12 months' worth of 65k before you can transfer to the monthly method, meaning the 800k is tied up.

do you want/need to mess with the long visa process and deposit 800,000+ in a bank here?

Walk away with your head high, and wish him well. You will get an immediate sense of relief, and you will get it back tenfold in different ways. I walked away from 3 million THB many years ago. From time to time, I think I should have stuck it to him, but that feeling lasts maybe 30 seconds every few years. His business failed, and the economy crashed, and he lost millions $$$. Karma? :)

I would ask two questions:

1. Are you the kind of person who would buy a discounted game ticket from someone in the parking lot who says they can't make the game?

2. Do you want to get deported for fraud after setting up your life here?

If the answer is 'no' to both, you're on the right path and know what you need to do.

Maybe list what you have Done/Covered?