@Robert *******

ah so you mean an agent; nowhere in your original post did you mention an agent.

@Robert *******

where does the THB 6,000 fee come from a Non O is THB 1,900 ?

@Mike ********

using an agent and not having the actual funds is done, but people should be aware that is illegal.

@Marie ****************

please explain what you think is incorrect

@Jo *********

does AOT travel to Pattaya ?

@Ali *****

I believe you have confused visa on arrival with visa exempt. Two very different things.

How long do you plan to stay ?

It really does depend on your current financial status and your education level and work history. If you have saved a substantial amount of money and can use very little per year and allow it to grow through investments for your retirement. Also, if you have a college decree and good work history you might be able to find a job with a good salary.

In your 40's is part if your best income years and Thailand just doesn't have much professional opportunities.

I have been lucky with WISE transfers, I transfer THB 65,000+ every month from my U.S. bank account to my Thai Bangkok Bank account and it posts the next day at around 2:30 PM Thai time. Not sure what issues cause longer transfer times for others.