1) Banks will not now open accounts on tourist visas.

2) Correct, 180 days inside the Kingdom in a calendar year and you automatically become tax resident. How does that work? If you bring in assessable income in a year you are tax resident above minimum thresholds you are obligated to file a tax return. Whether you actually need to pay Thai tax will depend on your personal financial circumstances.

Utter nonsense.

Allowing a friend to stay is perfectly fine. It’s short term rentals that are illegal.

Apply at your home country embassy, just follow the listed requirements.

@Marc *********

no one checks attendance.

No

For 3 months just come in visa exempt for 2 months and extend for a month. Job done. Assuming you are from a visa exempt country.

Simple answer, no.

The DTV is valid from day of issue.

@Chris *********

yep it’s always been a bit hit or miss but entirely doable with perseverance.