Alan ******

That sounds like a strange process. I had a China multi-entry visa glued into a passport that filled up AND expired, and I only had to show it along with my new passport to use it. I just had to carry both passports. I think others do it that way - and that was China.

10 days ago

What time should you arrive at Chang Watthana to get to the front of the queue?

Alan *******

Use Queue Online and book an appointment. Arrive a short time before and forget the lines.

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15 days ago

What are some recommended local tour companies for a 10-day trip in southern Thailand?

Alan *******

Look at G-Adventures for lots of small group tour options. There are maps and itineraries that may serve ideas, or go on one. I used them for a trip through Vietnam, Cambodia and end in Bangkok. After that, I felt able to make my own plans and trips.

2 months ago

What is the best way for a U.S. passport holder to show an income of 65,000 baht to the Thai immigration office?

Alan *******

@Tony *********

am I correct to say that you still have to keep the 24k in the account for another 3 months after the 1st extension is received, regardless of making the monthly deposits towards the 2nd extension

2 months ago

What is the best practice for managing my Thai savings account while on a 90-day retirement non-O visa?

Alan *******

@Graham *****

the 800k is already there and 'seasoning' until my application for extension in December. My question was about other activity with the same account such as monthly deposit towards the following year extension...

2 months ago

What is the best practice for managing my Thai savings account while on a 90-day retirement non-O visa?

Alan *******

@John *********

thanks. Is my expectation correct that after the first year extension with proof of the monthly deposits that I can apply for the 2nd and thereafter extensions without needing the 400k balance.

2 months ago

What are some options for monthly furnished apartment rentals in Bangkok within a budget of 25K-30K Baht that are close to the BTS or MRT?

Alan *******

Book the 10 days at a serviced apartment in the area you are interested in long term or spilt the days btwn areas. 6 month min or more commonly 12 month lease is when you will find a nice place for the budget.

2 months ago

What are the best eSIM options for traveling across Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Cambodia?

Alan *******

I used to buy tourist Sims but I switched to Google Fi and international data does not cost any more than local. No need for multiple Sims- although I found I had to use a VPN in some places.

2 months ago

When should I update my bank passbook for my non-O retirement visa extension application in Thailand?

Alan *******

@John *********

and all replies so far - I un

derstand the application day but just asking about whether multiple passbook updates, starting now, is helpful. Because otherwise I would just wait until December and going to immigration

3 months ago

Can I apply for a one-year extension on my retirement visa if my required funds will only be in my account for 55 days before my visa expires?

Alan *******

@Derek *******

thanks - if I understand correct, immigration saw that you were close but off by a few days so they offered a new 90 day visa? That makes a lot more sense to me than forcing me to leave the country or to use an agent with illegal practice. Thanks I hope everything works out for both of us.

3 months ago