Thanks for taking the trouble to let us know Dennis. I must admit I would've assumed a re-entry permit would be the same animal wherever purchased. At least you didn't waste too much time/money on the journey.

@Nick ***********

I agree Nick. An experienced visa agent that comes with a recommendation will take all the worry off your shoulders. But, as you say, it will cost. In normal times, expect to pay 20,000 baht upwards. At this time I have read of fees of 30,000 and 40,000 baht being charged.

@Adam ***************

Assuming you don't have Internet access to your account you would have to ring them to make sure. Could try making a small transfer from your home bank account. If your Bangkok Bank account is already closed the transfer will 'bounce back'. I wouldn't worry. I have read that accounts can be flagged as 'dormant' and not actually closed. In that case you can ask them to reactivate your account next time you are in Thailand.

@Bobby *******

Bangkok Bank also make very hard work of changing any details too. They try to sell you insurance at every opportunity as well!

@Adam ***************

I have a savings account with Bangkok Bank. It was opened via a visa agent. I was advised to keep the account in use otherwise it could be closed. Apparently, at that time, only Bangkok Bank were participating in obtaining visas. All the other banks were no longer doing so. Might be worth paying into to keep it open.

Otherwise, a 'Government' employee is recommended, particularly schoolteachers!

Chays William Brown Best chance. They may 'insist' that you have to buy their annual one off accident insurance policy. Some people do because they don't have any other form of cover.

Thanks for the update Todd!

Thanks Mike!

@James *******

Mission Control Houston speaking!