No, l just clicked on it by mistake! Ouch- I don’t think I’ll be applying for that one any time soon... 😀

Still- if you could prove coverage... I know, I know- their rules.

Oops! I guess that’s why I never saw it before! ^|^ But, geez- if I DID want an X visa, is there a way to wave that requirement if you can prove foreign coverage?

Thanks, Tod! Hey what’s this I’m just now seeing about a Thai health insurance requirement? My US-based insurance works in Thailand. Should I start a new post to ask this?

Well, in this scenario I’m not seeing the need for multiple re-entry. Couldn’t I just stay in-country and pay for 2 60 day extensions?

Thanks. I guess what I’m asking is, are there any drawbacks to getting one as opposed to the other if I know with certainty that I’ll be staying in each country 6 months. I guess the tourist visa will use up a bit more space on the passport (if I do it a few years), but the upside seems that it’s cheaper (in the short run). I’m trying to see if I’m missing something important.

Officer’s initials? But not in Thai...

You gotta wonder about how many ‘mom n pop’ one room homestay on a cash basis landlords know about this rule...

But at least the 1 night hotel thing saves everyone involved...

@Paul ******

I C, so the rule applies to homeowners as well, if a foreigner is under their roof. Thanks, that’s the info I was looking for!

I hope this isn’t a stupid question, but- If you live with your girlfriend/partner, and I’m assuming they are Thai, why aren’t you just listing your address as “their” place. In other words, why is it necessary to show that you pay rent? For example, what if you live with your girlfriend on her land and in her house? Does she need to file something with immigration that says, “Yes, he lives here for free!”?

Gotta LOVE Thailand!