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Most offices allow 30 days prior. Some like Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket (perhaps others) allow 45 days prior.
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@Jason *****
No that’s for a Non OA visa which you can only apply for in your home country or country of legal residence.
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@Hillz *******
Yes the initial visa obtain from abroad can be any bank funds from anywhere. Only the initial non O in country and extensions need money in Thai bank.
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It’s incredibly difficult these days to open a bank account on a tourist/exempt entry. Even agents struggle.

You don’t have to return to the US. You can visit a nearby country and apply there.
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@Paul ******
you’ll need to check with your office as it’s probably office specific. But you’ll need proof of marriage, and your wife will need to accompany you.
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@Todd ********
You have to be careful with fixed term accounts. You need to be able to have instant access to the funds - albeit at the loss of interest were you to take it out. If it’s a fixed term where you can’t remove the funds for X amount of time then you can’t use that account for a visa or extension off of one.
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What nationality are you?
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You can apply for a “visit Thai family” extension once per visa. If you haven’t already used that you’d get a further 60 days.
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You’ll get pretty much zero interest. Perhaps some but don’t count on it buying you a coffee anytime soon.