Whoever at the bank told you told you that there’s no such thing as a certified bank statement was mistaken. Try again and if you continue to get resistance, include a link to numerous resources online that explain how common such a request is for purposes that require more secure confirmation of finances, such as legal matters and visas. The request for a signed letter from your employer is not uncommon. You’ll need to ask about the stamp, since stamps are not common in the States, but they seem to be in SE Asia.

I do find it odd for an American to be complaining about the difficulty of getting a long-term visa, due to a bit of paperwork, considering many citizens of SE Asian countries can’t even get short-term visas to visit the States.

@Courtney *****

Bangkok is not spelled that way.

@Lili *******

ahhh. I did not see that in your post. You should be good then. You can track your status at the “Check status” link.

@Courtney *****

commercial only

With a long-stay visa, you don’t need an agent. As Jan said, just ask your local bank what their requirements are.

Do you see the barely visible “Ch”? That actually says “Check Status”. If you can click it, you should be able to see your applications. You may be having a problem with your screen size. You may want to try a different browser, but perhaps just clicking that spot will get you to the right spot.

Meanwhile, multiple people have mentioned that you were asked after your application for additional documents. Somehow, I’m not seeing that in your post. Were you emailed that request or was that on the website?

Sadly, I can’t find an expat group in Chiang Mai.

@Ann ***********

he did, but they didn’t bring him to the hospital as he needed. If he’s only looking for help one hour a day now, I’m guessing he’s not going to the hospital. He just needs care in his home, although one hour per day sounds insufficient. Anyway, I don’t know why people in Thai forums have to be such Aholes. They’re so immature and lack basic decency.

He needs a Chiang Mai forum though. They’ll know the local people.

@Baz ********

Some don’t have that limit, but none have limits below. In other words, it’s the safe bet.

@Jack ****

they are often early, because airlines pad their times. Of the seven flights I’ve taken in the last two months, only one has not been early. I don’t know why you think that possibility is funny.