You can use up to 400,000 baht starting three months after your extension was granted. Remember that the balance must be back up to 800,000 baht at least two months before your next extension application, unless you plan to switch to monthly transfers.

EDIT, special for ASEAN countries;

"A Thai driving license can be used in place of an international driving permit in 10 ASEAN countries.The smart card driving license can be used to drive in all 10 countries: Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand.This is part of an agreement among ASEAN member countries. The smart card records information in both Thai and English.Additionally, vehicles registered in Thailand can be used in these 10 ASEAN countries. However, for use in other countries, an English registration plate must be obtained for the vehicle".

The point is that you cannot obtain an international driving permit in Thailand with a two-year driver’s license, but you can use an international driving permit from your home country if you have one.

@Jair *****

It’s a better alternative for a long-term stay of more than two years in Thailand. That way, you avoid being tied to a mandatory and expensive Thai health insurance policy with poor coverage approved by immigration for the rest of your stay. Apply for a 90-day Non-O visa, open a bank account and deposit 800,000 baht, then apply for annual extensions of stay either based on the amount held in your account (800,000 baht) or proof of monthly income (minimum 65,000 baht) for the second year.

It’s basically up to you. You don’t need anything special to do a border bounce and activate your visa. Just complete a new TDAC form before re-entering.

@Summer *****

Ok, I understand. Most immigration offices allow Non-O applications to be done in-country. Applying in Laos is quite straightforward and quick — I know someone who got their Non-O within two days this week.

@Summer *****

Good luck, but it’s generally well known that a few immigration offices don’t process Non-O applications in-country.

It’s best to apply 6–8 weeks before you leave — no need to wait until the last minute. If you hadn’t received your visa before passing through immigration, you could still enter on a 60-day visa exemption and done a border run later to activate your Non-O visa.

@Todd *******

No, then you’re left with the first option.

No, the one year 90 days Non O visa is removed from the e-visa portal but the Non O-A visa is allowing you to be stamped in for a full year or for as long as your insurance remains valid, whichever comes first.

Everything you apply for in Thailand requires funds in a Thai bank, unless you can provide an income verification letter from your embassy.