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@Tim ********
Even on an entry stamp or tourist visa? Seems they have really clamped down on this. I'm in Chiang Mai.
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@Sab ****
If you enter by auto gate you must exit by auto gate. No stamps. No problem returning to Thailand.
Rich ****
Did your bank statements require monthly deposits to show income?
Rich ****
Fly to KL or Vientiane for 5000 baht. Spend a few nights there. Fly back. This looks more legit overall. And much safer than the minivans.
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@Marty ********
Do you know some of the differences? I believe if you apply for Non O while in Thailand the health insurance is not a requirement. But the OA requires health insurance and must be applied for outside of Thailand.
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@Barc **********
Check cooking or massage schools in Chiang Mai. Laos is usually the best place to get new visa.
Rich ****
Thanks everyone for the input. The Thai Embassy said by email that I need one year of insurance. It's a mute point now since I couldn't get the criminal background check completed in time in BKK (must go in person unless you use an agent, and I'm in CM).
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@Todd ********
Yes renewals are much cheaper. $2000 USD to start seems a bit steep. Is that mainly to get the Thai bank account and/or bypass the 800,000 required deposit?
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@Todd ********
If you want to pay 65,000 they can help you. Please stop recommending them.