, Yes, I was just there and was denied a Visa. They said they can only issue a SETV if the applicant did not spend more than 90 days in Thailand in that same year.
However, the consul was super nice and communicated a lot with the embassy in Manila to try to issue me a visa nonetheless.
Despite having more than enough funds, they additionally wanted an invitation letter from a Thai resident. When I provided that, they asked for a letter of employment. When I told them I have my own business (in Europe), they wanted to see financial statements of my company. At that point, I did not proceed.
Having said that, I think if you have spent less than 90 days in Thailand this year, getting a visa will not be an issue. But bring enough time with you. It might take a week to get a visa.
I recommend you to double check. Maybe for US citizens the rules are different, but I was told you can only get a METV if you're Australian or have official residence in Australia.
Thanks James. I really don't wanna go to Chang Watthan as well. Another thing is, that the guy told me, I have to go to Chang Watthana as well to get a Re-Entry permit, if I want to travel and that I coult not get it at the Airport. Do you have experience with that? Or maybe