and when does that end, this is starting to sound like a visa for life lol

My current policy letter states 3.5m baht but I emailed my insurance company to see if they could clarify. They mentioned the upcoming changes when I renewed this current policy last November so I would think they could provide some details…we’ll see.

@Di**

I was under the impression that the OA could be extended one time so it essentially becomes a two year stay. I’m retired with a pension but my other business continues so we go back to the states every year regardless. If you have gotten 9 years out of your OA, you are doing quite good.

@T**

thank you for the reply. I’m aware of the insurance changes as, however, how much of an increase of the cost of the actual policy remains to be seen. I also saw those new income amounts posted on the Thai Embassy site but should be fine. I’ve learned quite a bit through this group and so far have yet to screw up my status lol. When borders open back up again and we start bouncing around SE Asia, I’ll have to really keep tabs on dates but I think the TM30’s will increase while the TM47’s likely be unnecessary. Thanks again!

@J**

Yes thank you...I was mostly aware of the 2-year potential but I also didn’t think I was going to return to the states so all good info here. THANKS

OK, that was what I was thinking....I already sorted out all the bank stuff but wasn't planning on returning for a short trip to the states until recently. You are right, on my MacBook the comments won't show but on my phone it will.

@Geo***

yes I read the comments before they disappeared(for me anyway). So return in October with insurance policy extended beyond the October 2022 date and get stamped in for 12 more months. I am not sure where the bank statement thing may come into play but I will not touch it regardless. Thanks

@Bo***

OK, not having to get a re-entry permit is what made sense to me but not everything makes sense sometimes. It expires this December and I was planning on being back by mid-October and in time to start the extension process.

So I need to apply for re-entry even though my visa is multiple entry?

@Benjamin *****

Yes, I'm still on my original visa as I entered in late December 2020 for the first time after I actually retired. I was planning on a one year extension based on retirement because it sounds the easiest. I am married to a Thai, have a yellow housebook, pink ID card, kor ror 22, etc.