I can’t find an absolute clear answer but it does appear dive training doesn’t fall under ED.

To do DM and IDC will take some time. Do your homework as shops can abuse DM candidates and visa coverage may take some maneuvering. 👌

@Wannikea ********

it was an exempt entry, first in a couple of years. Yes, my long visa just expired, and I utilized an available option. 😉

They had a sign on display basically saying all border bounces require a two-night stay. I did get off with one night and a smidgen of work.

I’ll be curious what people suggest. ‘Real’ Thai massage in Thailand’s eyes is certified by The Ministry of Public Health. I don’t believe this is open to foreigners.

The curriculum I’ve seen is a pretty intensive lock in 30 day stay. Open dorm, no air conditioning and directly tied to Buddhism as part of the process.

@Rafael ********

did you put in your name as it appears in your passport? I had to reapply because I didn’t include my middle name. 🤷‍♂️

Many do. But the majority historically have been retirement related I believe.

It depends on what visas and some details.

Based on what you’re said the most prominent would be the non O or non OA visas.

Based on your words you’re married? Each would need their own visa and requirements applied to each person individually.

Long stay using the non O if I read you right you may be financially short. Required deposit into a Thai bank is 800,000 baht, each or transferred income of 65,000 baht each monthly. Converted is $23,000ish and 1,900ish each respectively.

Thanks for sharing.

@Nongnuch *******

ooook! That smells plausible. 👍

@Cissi ********

didn’t catch that, thanks?

@Thaimer *****

didn’t catch that, thanks?