@Eric ********

but they used to, just like many other countries 😉

@Paul ******

I know but I was replying to uou not the OP

@Sikander *******

Sounds like your agent has scammed you (lesson learned!)

Visas are valid from the date of issue usually for 90 days (unless it's a long term Visa) so don't apply too soon as it will be valid for entry usually for just 90 days from the date of issue

@Paul ******

There is no need to do that if you switch to the 65k monthly transfer but your choice

You cancelled and reapplied so now you're at the back of the queue not near the front

Just leave your IDP inside your vehicle

@John ******

If you mean for Visa Exempt all VE extries are 60 days

@Andrew ******

You cannot be issued a normal Visa or Extension beyond the expiry date of a passport. I think your friend got a new passport as the old one was nearly full so in this case he would get the full Visa or Extension and had the stamps transferred to the new passport. [DTV, LTR and other non-normal Visas can be issued beyond the expiry of a current passport]

The fact you didn't take the 30 day extension will possibly work in your favour as you did not max out your first stay then try to re-enter soon after to repeat. Have the 3 proofs just in case you are questioned :

- proof of accommodation for at least your first few nights (hotel booking or a letter of invite from a Thai)

- proof of onward travel (international travel ticket leaving Thailand within your initial entry stamp exit by date)

- proof of funds (20,000 Baht or equivalent in any major currency in CASH per individual, or 40,000 for a family)