The first year is multi entry correct? I did not purchase a reentry visa when I left to the states last year and I did not get a reentry visa when I went to Laos. I was allowed back in both times with no problem. I entered on this visa the first time on 17 January 2019. It is multi entry for one year correct? Today is not one year from the first use of this visa.

Then tell me please how we get 2 years out of an O-A visa? Following your logic I can’t even get one year from this visa.

These dates are on the visa itself, the big sticker that covers one whole page. Not a stamp.

Isn’t that the date I need to enter Thailand the first time by, between those dates?

Now they’re trying to tell me I need insurance which is not correct as my visa was issued prior to 31 October 19.

@James *******

valid from 10 dec 18 to 9 dec 19. I must activate this visa between these dates correct? I came in on 17 Jan 19.

@Gregor *********

when I come back in in January just prior to my first year being up I will ask to see the regulation if they choose to give me a visa exempt stamp. Nothing to lose at that point.

I believe it is either/or but since you started with having 800k baht in the bank and plan on switching to the monthly 65k baht deposit I would meet both requirements just in case they apply one rule but not the other. This way you’re covered either way and you should (5555) be able to transition easily to the 65k baht a month criteria.

Give them fewer things to think about, fewer reasons to say no, and have a smile on your face. The IO’s in Udon Thani are awesome by the way. Probably doesn’t apply where you are though.

You can get multiple entries/exits the second year. Just get a re-entry permit at the airport as you leave allowing you back in. Single or multiple re-entry permits are available.

Thank you kind sir. I think I have what I need now.