Of course if you do something stupid and get arrested you will be banned. That's a no brainer.

@Graham *****

I know what you are saying and that's the exact reason I went to immigration to get an extension. Once there they all but refused to give me an extension for 2 days overstay and even gave me paperwork to keep as I just wanted an extension that is official print out that lists what effect each length of over stay has in future entry. I have that paperwork somewhere as I kept it in case I was refused re entry this year which I wasn't. The bloke at immigration was extremely clear and spoke very good english and was adamant it would in no way affect me getting a visa to live in Thailand. I always do things by the book so made sure and asked him many times if was o.k.

If you are over staying only 2 days just pay the fine on leaving. I went to the Chiang Mia immigration office to extend for the exact same reason. The nice helper said to me why pay 1900 thb ? for an extension when I could pay 1000 thb for 2 days overstay. He even gave me paper work saying what happens for how many days you overstay and basically up to 90 days you don't get banned then 90 - 120 I think was a years ban and it goes up from there.

Wouldn't it show up electronically that it is approved anyway ? When they look at your passport their system should show you are pre approved 🙂

This may be an easy option. Fly in get 60 days on arrival then extend 30 days = 90 days. Fly to a neighboring country at 90 days then fly back to Thailand and repeat. 6 months this way ?

Missed out by that much. Dam

@Peter ********

thankyou. I'm heading back in 5 weeks so probably just get it here then having to bother once I arrive if doesn't happen on arrival.

Thanks again.

Will Australian citizens get 60 days when/if it happens ?

You left one option out. Booting the member that is harrasing you of the group also.

@Tod ********

in life you run into people that have issues. It pays to ignore them. If it's any consultation they are usually people who have a very low opinion of themselves. Please stay and know you are supported.

@Tod ********

I wish everyone replied with easy to understand instructions like you. That is so easy to understand I think I finally know how to do it.

Just imagine the look on their faces when I walk in and know what to give them,what to say and when to do everything. Happy endings all around.