Even if you apply online you need to actually be in Taiwan to apply there... you need to visit the National Immigration Agency to get this certificate and submit it to the embassy as requested (this is to prove that you are IN the country where you apply).

If you go to Vietnam to apply, please note that US passport holders need visa to enter. You can apply online and the process is quick.

@Ron *****

not anymore. All Thai embassies around the world use the e-visa platform since Jan. 1 2025.

@Chris *****

did you do a 30 day extension already? If not, then do that in Krabi instead of a border bounce. I've never seen any long ques at the The immigration office in Krabi, it's 1900 thb and quickly done. If you have an extension already, flying from Krabi to Kuala Lumpur and return is the most convenient.

@Ettie ********

well, it seems as if "The path of least resistance" is to do a weekend or so in a neighboring country, NOT to do an extension!

I agree with

@Gr**

, but I would like to this to the 1)-part:

Even though we know that some people have been approved with 1 month activities, we also know that others have been rejected with 1 month activities... This varies among the embassies/consulates so it is advisable to research the requirements of the embassy where you plan to apply. It is best to read all information provided on the specific embassys webpage plus using the search function in this group to read application-reports from that city.

@Saher ******

it is an address registration of a foreign national. TM30 should be done by hotels/landlords/property owners within 24 hours of a persons arrival.

It can't be done by yourself if you are not the owner of the place where you stay. However you can get a fine (!) if it is not done.

If you can find a solution where you plan to spend most of your time (Phangan?) that is the best, since that will allow ATM-withdrawls inside the province without any fee.

@Kimara ****************

no, not for the 90 days report.

@Matthew **********

yes, it resets.