@Chang *****

they have tightened up since exemptions were introduced, I know many folks who have been challenged incl my wife who made two trips back to SIN(her home) whilst renewing her retirement visa, both times she was questioned regarding her intentions - after explaining she was admitted - not sensible to encourage people to game the system can have serious and expensive consequences but ETA will put an end to all these debates thankfully.

The fact that you have already had a retirement visa will be a red flag you have already demonstrated that you are not a genuine tourist, first time you will be questioned about your intentions thereafter you may be denied entry or at least given a final warning and flagged on system……better to just legitimize your status,

In Singapore ? If so as many as you want….but few can afford it

Better to fly than drive, some of the minibus drivers are a little dodgy……

@Michael *******

when did you last use HKT airport, i don’t want to go through the hassle in Phuket Town/Patong if I can avoid it so easy to do as one leaves……..

Only changing to prevent people gaming the system, genuine retirees with the correct visa have absolutely no issues with visa process.

they can ramp up a standard govt fee……

Heard that this morning wasnt sure of the circumstances around which thec

@Peter ******

standard fare at BKK Bank for many years, not sure they do it now, they make more from agents 🙂

@Mike *********

the many spoil it for the few, the warnings are out there now, folks should heed - the ETA can’t come soon enough and that will put a stop to the systemic abuse of Thai hospitality. Try getting into AU/NZ/US without correct visa……