If you go to the immigration office and get a detailed description of everything they require, the extension for marriage paperwork is not that bad - well worth the effort in my opinion.

Beyond the easier financial requirements, you also have the added potential benefit of being able to obtain a work permit.

I was able to pick up about 8 months of work commissioning a power plant because I had an extension based on marriage and not retirement.

@Tod ********

- The first time I wrote it down and copied his badge number, I was told the same thing on a subsequent visit by a different officer.

I didn't try to apply that early, but that is what they said.

Here are my notes of that day.

Immigration Officer Badge 2

Can apply up to 2 months before extension expiration.

400,000 baht in bank 2 months prior to applying.

I was told 2 months in the Udon Thani office.

@Timothy *****

- You do need to be a bit careful, don't say anything bad publicly about the Monarchy and be cautious about criticizing business online.

A tourist got in trouble a few months ago for exaggerating claims against a restaurant/hotel.

Always remember that you are in their country and behave accordingly - and you'll be fine.

This group is a fantastic resource - follow along for a bit and you'll see.

Arrest and deport you for deleting a comment? That's an absolutely psychotic reaction.

You guys do an amazing job bringing clarity to (what seems like to most of us) convoluted and arbitrary processes.

You are a great team - no changes should be forced on you!

@Mark ***********

- Rookie mistake to not clearly define the difference.

@John *******

- Absolutely correct!

Thanks all for the responses - you provide a tremendous service to those of us unfamiliar with the intricate specifics.

@Ellie ******

- Thanks, the seasoning is no issue as it's been there since last year.

I could have sworn that in Udon Thani they told me to apply 2 months before expiration - but, one month is better!

Thanks for the very quick response!

@Tod ********

- I think it's excellent advice to go to the specific office and ask.

It made my extension by marriage quick and completely stress free.