Brad *******
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Laila, Savannakhet is your best bet. K.L. have been known for being very critical. 1 document missing & they jump on it immediately.

Savannakhet allow you to use the copy shop opposite & return to the front of the queue without having to line up again.

Only problem is the sign outside says they open at 8:30 am, but they actually open at 9 am. It can also get very busy, I arrive at 6 am and am usually 1st in line. Best of luck.
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@Ian ********
I think you're spot on the money with that comment. Losing face or even the thought of it can turn a simple chore into an insurmountable obstacle. I did need the residence certificate which wasn't an issue as I just colour photocopied the one I paid ฿500 for to get my Thai license. I was told that I'd need to buy 2 residence certificates for ฿1,000, however, I thought I'd just try my luck and thankfully the bank accepted the colour copy of the original.
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@Ian ********
I did likewise with Bangkok Bank in Sikhio, Korat. The branch has since been demolished and I'm due for a new bank book & Visa debit card. I hope that doesn't cause any headaches. Initially BB Sikhio said no, not possible. We went, had lunch and returned to the same branch, different staff member, and it suddenly became possible. 🤔

I think if the bank teller you're dealing with isn't familiar with the process, a simple no, not possible is less of a headache for them.
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I applied for an extension of stay, Non immi O, (based on marriage) before
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In total my extension is 356 days, I'm not going to argue about 10 days.

Troubling times, and most immigration offices are working on what information they have at hand.
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@Rob***
, thanks. I'm staying here until my current visa extension expires.

I need to travel more within Thailand.

I'll think of a re-entry permit (single or multiple entry) if I need it.

Cudos to you and the other admins who monitor this group. 🙏
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@Dan***
, in addition when bouncing in & out of O'Smach, Cambodia you'll pay 1,500 baht for the Cambodian visa (they will begrudgingly accept $30 USD for an Australian passport holder) and you'll be charged 300 baht for not staying overnight.

You can demand not to pay it, but, the entry stamp may end up anywhere in your passport.

My last bounce there was
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/19.
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It's not uncommon as the airline you're traveling with are responsible for your repatriation if you're denied entry in to the Kingdom. They're basically covering their arses in the event you're denied entry.
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@Rob***
, she forgot to add the word 'entitled' between Young & girl lol 😂
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I have a 12 month multiple entry non immigrant O visa based on marriage to a Thai national. I extended my 'admitted until' stamp so as to avoid having to border bounce. The only extension available is 60 days based on my marriage. If I was attempting to extend a Tourist visa or a visa exempt entry, I would only receive a 30 day extension. I've not heard of a 90 day extension on a non immigrant O visa based on marriage.
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The Kor Ror 3 is the marriage certificate issued with the flowery border & the Kor Ror 2 is the transcript of the Kor Ror 3 (evidence you are still married). There are a lot of steps involved in getting a non immigrant O visa based on marriage. It's best to contact your local Amphur 1st and ask what documents they require as what's required differs from Amphur to Amphur.