@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.

@Nick ******

There is another person there on the house book I was just hoping to learn how she can get an account set up. Thanks again.

@Nick ******

Thanks. What if she isn’t present? She’s not on this trip, can’t take vacation during the summer months so it’s just me.

I got mine through the LA consulate a few months ago. Yes, it took a couple weeks via the mail but I didn’t think that was too long. I’m pretty sure you’d get it faster if you go in person but I wasn’t going to do that from Washington state.

@Steve ******

Correct. But when it comes time to extend this is the better option.

Give that man a gold star! I believe it is currently the best way to deal with the new financial requirements for extending your stay on the O-A while in country.