@Jon *********

a more correct statement would be "You probably won't be asked for proof of accommodation." Just like he probably won't be asked to show 20K THB in cash & proof of onward travel. However, it's always a possibility & I've seen numerous posts over the years in this group & other groups of people reaching out for help, because they've been denied entry for one of the reasons listed above.

If I were in your situation, I'd take time to read the fine print on the policy paperwork that they should have provided you. I'd imagine the whole "waiting period" so many people are speculating about would be written in the policy details.

The easiest way on a tourist visa is to use an agent. I hear good things about TikTok Services but I've never used them. You can search for them on FB and they will pop up but really any of the Visa Agents should be able to help you. Be aware that since Songkran begins tomorrow, visa agents will probably be closed until at least the 17th or maybe even the 22nd. Good luck and Happy Songkran!!

@Steven ********

actually having thought about it, I would order from Power Buy. It is possible you could get a knock off at one of the other sites. If you go with Power Buy, you should get the genuine article (e.g. Asus, HP, etc.)

Honestly, you'd probably save some money if you buy him a new 12,000 Baht laptop on Lazada and just have it delivered to his house. A 12,000 Baht laptop will do any task a student needs. Also, Songkran sales are beginning now so you might get one for 10K vs 12K. Try Power Buy, Lazada or Shopee.

@Goyo *******

welcome. Also, I believe it's now possible to for you to file a TM 30 on the internet. However, I have no experience in doing this so I don't feel l should give you any advice about how to go about doing it. Maybe someone else who reads this and has experience filing online can comment and give you some guidance.

@Goyo *******

yes, the TM 30 is the form you or your landlord will file within 24 hours of changing where you live. (Note: if you move to a new apartment, house, condo on the weekend, then you are supposed to file the next day that your immigration office is open.) If you file the TM 30 in person, the receipt will be stapled in the back of your passport, just like your latest 90 day report. If you don't have a copy of the receipt, you should ask your landlord for a copy and staple it in the back of your passport. You will need a current TM 30 on file to renew your long stay visa. I believe (I'm not 100% certain about this) that the fine is 800 THB if you or your landlord fail to file the report. Immigration seems to be cracking down on this as of late. BTW, if you are on a tourist visa and staying in a hotel, you can disregard this. The hotel will take care of this for you.

@Kerry ******

welcome!

@Kerry ******

if you go to the immigration office you use, they should be able to provide you with a list of items you will need specifically for "your immigration office" (they are not all the same.) I use Jomtien Immigration and I do my extensions myself, with a list provided by Jomtien Immigration. I renewed my last extension of stay at the beginning of this month. It only took me about 2 hours total and I spent 2,200 THB for the pictures, bank letter, photo copies & immigration fees and I was good for another 364 days.

American here who has tried to get my Thai WIFE a US tourist visa in the past and I've had no luck. I could move back to the US & apply for a green card for her but that would take months and honestly, neither of us want to live in the US anyway. I do not believe the odds are in your favor but I wish you good luck regardless.