Not the bank statement, but you are required to have 20,000 baht or equivalent in your pocket. It is seldom asked, but if they DO ask, don't be THAT person.

I have been asked 3 times since 2016.

Your 2 true options are marriage or Elite visa.

Badum tissss

Unless you are moving to Thailand, don't bring your dog.

It has been getting harder over the last 2 years. Not it is near impossible. If you pay regular bills at a residence, that can work in your favour.

But generally you will need at least one of:

- non tourist visa

- proof of residence

- work permit

- residence type bill in your name (cable, water, power, etc)

Normal taxi from the queue is almost 500baht

I thought a TM30 was always required for extension, just that they usually are already in the system unless you have moved provinces. Was I misinformed?

Yup! 🤣

Is this a joke post?? 1st rule, never bring your girlfriends/wives to the west. It will either be bad for her, or be bad for you.

Have you thought about visiting a nearby country for a few days? If you get the 60 day visa, then extension, that gives you 90 days in country. Then go visit Singapore or Malaysia, or anywhere for a few days, then come back to Thailand on exemption.

You SHOULD be fine to do that. Might get dodgy if you try more without actually moving around Thailand as well.