oh no problem. That was a genuine comment on my part. I really don't know why I didn't think of it myself. I've been greedily lapping up every bit on information I can find reference the new requirements and am very confused as there seems to be so many "experts" that contradict everything I have managed to find out. I genuinely don't know why I didn't think of going to the immigration office concerned. Never entered my mind you were being flippant. I am just sorry my reply came over wrong to you. Good advice is hard to find and I appreciate every bit I can get. Thank you again.
not to be believed. I now reside in Sakon nakon. But excellent advice and I have no idea why I didn't think of it myself. Many thanks and very much appreciated.