@Stuart ********

I'm facing a similar situation. Recently got new passport ...have had numerous border crossing and increased from 60 to 90 ext in 2024

I was declined to do border run at Chiang Kong. They said I'm not really a "tourist" and to consider getting a visa.

I crossed into Laos and will wait 1 week then attempt FLY I'nto chiang mai from laung Prabang

Can u suggest a specific agent to assist ?

Thank you

@柳**

is it possible to open a biz (with Thai partner) and that would qualify me for long term Thai visa ?

@Nongnuch *******

Most likely true in this computer age ...if he was flagged. But why return to passport country ... he could simply go to Laos and practice Laotian Muay Thai or Malaysia. etc ?!

@Ray ****

On the one hand Thailand promotes tourism ... a 6 to 9 mo visa would follow. Whether I'm "living" or a "toyrist" I'm still contributing daily to their economy. But I also am mindfully we are all just guests in their country.

@Peter *****************

Man is seeking help being a good dad

Don't think this is right time for passive aggressive condescending attitude. If you don't approve of MuayThai take it up w Thai govt

@Jiji **********

I've even over stayed my extension 2 different times. They weren't happy but nothing about not allowing me back in (just pay fine). Knock on wood most agents very nice at land crossings especially compared w attitude you get from usa customers agents.

@Greg ******

I believe 99% they offer 1 year visa ED ... school fee $1 k to $1500 ..... in case 5 yr option is not affordable

@Jason *****

I'm on a tourist visa ... used 30 day extensions for 11 months . I've never had a problem other than only allowed 2 land crossings per year then mustvfly back in.

@Duncan ******

Each time I've applied for extension at CM 2 offices I've been asked for it but not at airport.

visa exempt I've never heard that term before after nearly 1 year dealing w Thai immigration. If it walks like a duck and quack like a duck ...it's a Duck ! All semantics