How much time do you have between flights? If it is less than an hour immigration cannot happen.

@Nigel *************

it is requested but I'm not sure that is what they were getting at. I think they just wanted to see what version of the TM30 I have. They asked for my passport to see it. My passport was inside getting an extension. They pointed to a TM30 taped to the wall and asked if I had "that kind of TM30". No idea what is different.

Phuket is different especially if you are Russian 55. About October Jomtien started asking for new TM30 for unknown reasons.

@Brandon ***********

I understand. They asked to see my current and new TM30 and was told that one is ok. That leads me to think there are new and old TM30s. So I guess it is possible that TM30s older than a certain date need a new one.

I assume the people getting fined were doing an extension. My new extension is happening now, just before I travel. So I guess I will find out at 90 day time, 1 month after travel.

@Stefan *********

even if you have the app, download the apk, you cannot use it unless you have a Thai ID, not DL.

Many people in the US also have to do a W9

@Jeffrey *********

2900 for a lifetime and no freguent renewals with payments and no border runs every three years. It is a bargain.

@Mma ******

and many people will say "they have to" like this never happens.

@Jeffrey *********

anyone who served in the military ( most of them) can get an SRRV for a deposit of $1500 and about $1400 In fees. And then $10 per year card renewals. Other categories pay $10,000 to $50,000 deposits and $360 per year. Honorable military service of many militaries required. Details at the PRA website.

@Jeffrey *********

sorry how so for lifetime or military