Thanks Paul. I've been going for nearly 15 years now but I used to be given the 1 year multi for retired people but they say they no longer do it.

@Paul *******

Thanks. You would have thought the Embassy in London could have spent a minute and emailed that confirmation instead of just continually ignoring me. Anyway its now OK and I can't wait to get back. This is a very helpful site.

@Dca ****

yes I did apply early as it took from late December until the end of January earlier this year. I certainly wasn't expecting a one day turn around this time.

@Jamie *****

£150 for 6 months. Yes there is a minimum which I cant remember off hand but it is quite small by UK standards so it shouldn't be a problem. They're more interested in it being regular.

@Jamie *****

obviously .the main page of your passport and your personal details. You must also have your flights booked and send them a copy of your e ticket. They want details of where you'll be staying. I have my own apartment and earlier this year they really wanted the details. This time not so much. They want 3 months of your bank statement showing an income going in whether it be your pension or salary and the amount is not too high. The rest is a passport type photo pretty recent as it is put on the e Visa you get. The application form is pretty straight forward. And you can save it and go back to it until you're complete. Then you pay using your bank card £150. They might come back to you if they want more information all done by email but this time mine went through quickly and I received it next day but it took me 3 weeks to do in January hence my early application this time. They are mainly interested in making sure you have enough income to support yourself and have a place to stay. No insurance was required which is a blessing for me as I'm 80 with cancer and basically uninsurable. It's really quite easy. I hope this helps.

@James *******

Thank you. I will work something out to fit in with my Bangkok Pool League matches. I note the time. Are you getting home late or just up early 555

Thanks to you both. I'm very relieved. I'll do as you suggest for my last visa run

@Tod ********

Thank you so much. I am here alone so I can of course go anytime. I will arrange either Laos or Manila in next couple of weeks. It's been a while and I was unsure if the rules were the same as before.

Thanks for the information. I guess I applied for the wrong Visa in the present circumstances. Hopefully things will improve in the next 3 months.

The Covid outbreak interrupted my Dental treatment in Feb 2020. It will be nice to finally get my new teeth in 555.