@Andy ******

but not operating under the circumstances in place now, Buddha.

@Sue *********

Think that’s the whole point. Why would the Thai Government want people ‘retiring’ here, who are <50? The 50 is actually quite generous. Clearly people are seeking something that doesn’t legally exist unless you have the financial requirements.

@Robert *********

Good luck with that, Einstein.

@Andy ******

subverting the rules have contributed to the problem. When you are investigating big corruption and you find multiple cases of small corruption, do you think it will be ignored? Clearly peoples employment have been terminated and banks have been told get their affairs in order. Like it or not, the times they are a changing!

@Yo***

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@John ********

yes there should be no problem with using an iPhone 13. The bank will install their banking app on it, linked to your phone number. It’s also possible to convert the physical sim to an e-sim, depending on the capability of the phone. Think the 13 should be able to use a physical sim and e-sim simultaneously. Probably best to link the pay monthly fee to Thai bank account. As far as I’m aware you’ll need a CoR as explained by others. If you are in an unregistered address or Air BnB this might be complicated unless as you say, involve an agent. As a foreigner you will not be allowed to be entered in the Blue Book as a resident.

@Graham *****

Thanks for the info. I’ve only dealt with them face to face so far in order to get a re-entry permit. Completely painless and quite a humorous appointment, at Sirindhorn!

@John ********

Yes. First stage after entry on a Non-O was to open a pay monthly mobile phone account rather than the Tourist Account offered at BKK. Wife with me to confirm address which was sufficient as evidence. Obviously your online bank app is linked to that specific phone number.

@Ally ***********

OK, so they likely consult the TDAC information too. Thanks.

That’ll come as a shock to some of the Luddites that can’t accept that the times they are a changing. Why would you digitise your immigration system then not use the data?

@Ally ***********

Sorry if this is a repeat message as I tried to reply earlier through a less than ideal Internet connection.

Thanks for the clarification Ally. Makes the whole requirement process more understandable. You can correct me if I’m wrong but would the CoR involve the Immigration Department consulting the submitted TM30(s) for the proof of address for the period in question?