@Don ********

this has been a silly criteria from my pov. The vast majority of Americans do not have pensions since the 80’s! They have 401k and/or social security which neither are considered ‘pension’.

@Robert ********

I got mine in California with my only interaction was with the website. That’s it!

I think you essentially answered your own question.

Admittedly some details are a bit of effort or a little difficult to understand. Example my very first visa application was rejected because my name on the application did not appear the same as my passport. Granted, it did not state ‘as it appears on your passport’ but none the less was a gotcha.

I see two sides.

If a person has the resources and eliminate the headache, why not pay someone to do the legwork.

The second side is trust. Is the agent honest, does things legally? You will provide your sensitive information to a third party, make sure they’re legit.

OMG, this group is a privilege, not a right!

I see more than ever MODs have to filter out a lot of noise or prudent information can be buried. 🙄

Think you’ve done a great thing here. 👍

@Ellie ******

that’s an excellent explanation! I didn’t know the 3rd year extension at immigration part. 🙌

@Lloyd *******

I see many advise visa exemption +30 (extension at immigration) is okay for onward flight?

Simon if it’s relatively easy for you to get the 60 day, do so. Don’t play, don’t cut corners. 👍

@Brandon ***********

thanks for mentioning the policy!!

@James *******

Perfect! So as I'll be in Khon Kaen, simply hopping the border over to Laos (for example) and back doing as you described and the problem is solved?

Whew!! Thank you! That's really not so bad!! 🙌

@Graham *****

Thank you!