There definitely seems to be a pattern forming here. Avoid the female immigration officers 🤔 😅

No. Not officially.

They are probably extremely busy, not to mention hiding in basements when missiles are flying towards them. ✈️

Read an article in Bangkok Post saying they will make allowances for the current situation and not penalise anyone who overstays as a result. But certainly speak to the relevant authorities.

Ant W Tailor that's cheaper than my current UK private health care policy 👀

I'm 57 year old, and no major medical conditions. Planning to retire to Thailand end of this year.

Another option, Lloyd's Bank have an international bank account that can be used with a Thailand address. The international classic account, costs £5 per month unless you maintain a minimum balance of £5000. Pay pension into that then transfer with Wise.

Have you heard of Skyscanner?

Just use that to find cheapest flight then buy from wherever it leads you.

@Alan ****

I got that from one of the numerous YouTube videos on the subject. But it seems, as with many things in Thailand, apparently it's often down to individual people / places. Would be good if you're right about this 👍

You have to have the necessary funds in a Thai bank account for at least two months. So you have just 30 days to get a residence and open the Thai bank account then transfer the 800k Baht in the correct way to prove the money comes from outside Thailand.

For this reason, I've decided to get a non O - A Visa. Less stress in the first month of arrival. Plenty of time, 9 months, to find a good appointment to rent and sort out the Thai bank account when you get the annual extension 12 months later.

@Pete ******

blimey. Give the guy a break. He's just asking for some help here.