@Brown *******

no. She can do an extension to get another 30, then would need to do a border run to stay longer OR get a 60 day visa with extension as others have noted.

@Tullio ******

ikr? I’ve received so much help from the folks who donate a tremendous amount of time here. Sure, there are some trolls whom I could do without, but the great helpers make the annoyance well worth tolerating.

@Garry *******

actually, when he

Your current phone doesn’t accommodate multiple SIMs? My phone allows for 4 eSIMs plus a regular SIM. Are you sure you need a separate phone? sounds cumbersome.

IF you are going to buy a separate phone, you should wait until you’re here. Some local apps don’t work on foreign phones.

@Michael ******

without a doubt, Brandon is awesome.

@Graham ******

taxing money you are not permitted to spend sure would be an interesting concept

@Martin *****

This is another way to extend. After you’ve studied Thai and Muay Thai, there’s a possibility you could take transferable courses at a Thai University. It’s also possible you might not as the Thai may see that you are trying to live in Thailand, but it’s possible you can.

@Brandon ***********

thank you so much.

@Brandon ***********

Sorry…a few more questions on this…

1). When I return, will they simply not stamp my passport at all or will they have to stamp it again with the same exit date as the original? I know that sounds redundant, but do they need to show that I’ve re-entered?

2). When I apply for the permit, do I need to show travel plans or can I make the plans after I have the permit (I’m the cautious type).

3). Is it possible to get a multiple-entry permit that will be valid when I go to get my extension or will I need to wait to get that?

Either could ask to see your onward ticket. The reason the airline asks is BECAUSE immigration could ask and if you didn’t have it your return trip cost would be on them. Beyond that, what Stuart said :-). You can go in right away, but have an appointment and your files obviously ready.