@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?

Where may I ask?

So trying to understand, this was your first exempt stamp after a tourist visa or is it more?