@Sam ****

I am chill. Dont worry about me. Been here for 15 years.

@Sam ****

- Every time you re-enter you get a new 6 month stamp. Also, the issue with incorrect data on applications has been discussed many times here and there is even a warning on the application that you have to click, informing that you took the time to double check all cells and once entered, cant be updated.

As you know, the visa only allows you in country 180 days (plus 180-day extension). So even with an extension, you would need to depart Thailand within 360 days. That being said, the system doesnt factor in extensions, so should be within 180 days.

@Julien ***

- With all respect, it is good to discuss it here. The original poster did what you highlight and is out 10,000 baht. It is important that people understand the formal policy and that some people have gotten around it, but they need to be aware that there are some risks, so they are not blindsided it it happens. Where/when did you get your DTV?

@Julien ***

I have lived in SE Asia for 15 years now. I understand how the country works. It is cheating the system if you apply while in Thailand. It is clearly stated on the e-visa website. Yes, there are ways around it. For example, many countries do not use stamps. Therefore, as an example, if I applied via the US, the documents I would supply as proof I am in the US, are not really that much of proof (bills, driver's license, etc.). Just because it can be done (sometimes not successful), doesn't mean you are not cheating the system.

@Julien ***

- What did I say was illegal?

@Jon *******

- That is an incorrect statement. My partner applied for a EU/Schengen visa last June. They took the passport for three weeks and couldn't travel with me on my trip to the Philippines.

@Julien ***

No you cant! Any agency that is "applying" for you in Thailand is only entering your data into the same e-visa system that you would do on your own. They are reporting you in the e-visa as being outside of Thailand. It is fraudulent. What law firm are you referencing?

@Phil ***********

- No, you have to be in the country the entire time the visa is being processed. Many people who are already living in Thailand, chose to apply in a country nearby. If you apply via Vietnam, it takes roughly 5 days to process (so have to stay in Vietnam for 5 days). Cambodia takes 10 business days, etc. One of the documents you are required to upload is proof you are in the country that you applied via.