Thought I would post as it has been confirmed this morning

Fortunately one shoe doesn't fit all,

So long as you have a clean passport and proofs, will be fine.

Sometimes we worry for nothing 😊

Tod Daniels if I had known that process before coming I would have went down that route also😊

I only found that information out here on the forum after I got here.

Tod Daniels yes exactly correct Tod.

Also the 800,000 had to be seasoned for 30 days for the non0, then 60 days for the extension.

I am on a non 0 based on retirement, I arrived on a visa exempt then extended and applied for a non0 based on being over 50, I then extended for 12 months, all done in Thailand and was not too much of a hassle.

I can't comment on consulates as I have never used them.

Tod Daniels you are 100% correct, I spoke to the local office here about work permits, at first they told me I had to find employment, get a contract and fill in all necessary paperwork, leave the country get a non b come back and apply for a work permit.

However another officer butted in and commented I didn't have to do that as each case was based on its own merit, ( however it is easier to obtain a work permit as first pointed out)

I am on a non 0 extension based on being over 50.

When I explained I was living with my gf and in the process of building a house they became quite amiable.

I haven't applied for a permit yet, if and when I do I will update the forum.

I should also point out that I have leased a small 4.3 rai farm, which was the reason I asked about the work permit.

No Problem 😊

The interest is only a bonus, i was explaining the ease of opening an account with them. just added the information, someone may find it useful

There are no charges for using any atms or internet banking also

@Robert ***********

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