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@Cissi ********
The OP planned to get an in country Non-O then open a bank account to get get the extension, never possible ;)
Graham ******
This has never been possible since a conversion from a tourist entry stamp to a Non-O based on retirement requires a Thai bank account with 800k (this is not just a requirement for the extension)
Graham ******
Look on booking dot com or a similar website
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@Marianne *******
Agreed, enter on a Non-O, open a bank account and transfer 800k, get a re-entry permit for your Vietnam trip and, on your return to Thailand and after your 800k has seasoned for 2 months, apply for your 12 month extension then get a re-entry permit when your 12 months is inked in for your return later next year.
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@Jude ************
why leave it that late when you can do it at least 30 days before your exit date at almost every Immigration Officer in Thailand (except 2 maybe)?
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@Nongnuch *******
ok but, like all things in Thailand, I would bet that it would be Immigration Office dependent
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@Richard *******
so were you married in Thailand or is your marriage registered in Thailand if married outside?
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@Willy ******
if anyone is on a fake or fraudulently obtained visa then fair enough, anyone on a legitimate DTV will be fine for 5 years without proof of funds at the border at re-entry
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@Carsten ***********
it will not be wasted under these circumstances unless the OP has a history of Visa Exempt entries and extensions