@Jeffrey ***********

yes knowing the rules is important but the reality is Thai airport immigration rarely asks to see the cash. I have never been asked in 20 years of travel to Thailand.

@Olivia *******

the policy has changed, many countries now get 60 day visa exempt on arrival and can get a 30 day extension within Thailand.

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

do you have any insight as to why the 12 months of THB is not accepted for the initial Non O ?

If your friend applies for a 3 month Non O in his home country, he can open a bank account without an agent, then deposit the 800k and apply for a 12 month extension in 2 months of his entry.

@John *******

"Financials" generally refers to the financial statements and reports that provide a summary of a company's financial performance and position. This includes documents like the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement, which detail revenues, expenses, assets, liabilities, and cash flows. Financials are crucial for stakeholders to assess a company's profitability, liquidity, and overall financial health.

@John *******

how ironic that you complain about immigrants entering the UK illegally, yet you see no issue with using agents in Thailand to stay illegally.

@Sean *********

up to you, but using an agent and not having the Financials is illegal.

@Braulio ********

I agree ot is best to avoid an agent; however, I also give blame to a corrupt Thai Immigration that accepts bribes from agents.

@Jan *****************

I agree 100 %. I much prefer not using an agent and not jeopardizing my stay.

@Bob ************

you may be asked to show a return ticket within 60 days by your airline and/or Thai immigration. If asked, you could buy a throw away ticket from Thailand to any neighboring country (Malaysia, Laos, Cambodia). There are also online sires where you can buy a dummy ticket.