@Nongnuch *******

I'm a frequent visitor to Thailand and love the place regardless of its flaws. I have no choice but to take what you said into account. Thanks for the information.

@Nongnuch *******

I don't think these are things that tourists are aware of, care for, or should be dragged into. It's akin to asking a bar if they have an alcohol license. The system is flawed, and it's the responsibility of the government. If they can't apply their own regulation, then there's a problem. That said, the hotel I stayed at inquired why I didn't tell them I was extending my stay, as immigration called them. It's utterly absurd, but doesn't surprise me. Reminds me of being scolded by police officers after a robbery in Chiang Mai. Clowns.

@Nongnuch *******

Ok. Crazy since the number of people renting out through that platform is through the roof. Perhaps these geniuses should target Airbnb instead of threatening tourists with fines. Immigration officers also told me that regular hotels skip this process as well. Making sure people do their job isn't our responsibility, at least, it shouldn't be. I didn't know the law was that old and thought that was implemented under Prayut. It has the hallmarks. Thanks for providing this information.

Yep… was asked for one in Chiangmai recently. I just had a 30-day exemption. Added 30 minutes to the process; not a huge deal but a bit stressful as immigration officers informed me I could be charged a fine if my hotel didn’t report me. In other words, the Thai government is essentially putting the responsibility on not only expats, but also on tourists, most of whom have no clue they could be in for a surprise.

@Bobby ********

what has changed in the last year?

@Mary **********

I had a company earning $500 a day at that age. We have no idea what his situation is.

This has "girl" written all over it. Get an ED visa... Learning Thai will be the lowest hanging fruit.

Follow through with your promises

22 is too young. A person's brain isn't fully developed until 25, people go on living their silly phase until somewhere in their late 20s. That was a baaaad investment on his part and she will drive crazy until she dumps him, mark my words.

@Mark **********

that’s your personal opinion, and I respect that, yet, Vietnam attracts millions of tourists every year, amongst which many are repeat visitors.