Just to reiterate my last post, having just read other comments. Please do not spend money on going to other consulates, other than what’s local to you. I’ve done non o visas in Penang, Singapore and HK, and I’m from the UK. Due to work circumstances I’ve never converted them to extension of stay until now- took me 2 visits to Pattaya immigration to ensure my documents for the extension were right! So if you need any pointers just shout.