I use western union, usually not much difference between the others and it can be picked up at the post office instead of waiting in a crowded bank for an hour.i send it through Remox they have good fees.
The first thai liscence you get is called a temporary license it lasts 2 years,then you get a 5 years one after that,A few years ago the first license only lasted for 1 year.
As well as the normal requirements they are allowed to make up local rules,Go to Mukdahan and across to Suvanaket easy over there.You have to stay one night,