alzip should be considered too. If you take pictures change your camera settings to lower resolution. Or try pdf scanner set to black and white 300 doing should work too
no rules as its up to immi and they are cracking down atm on Visa Exempt entries. Always remember to have the 3 things required for immi and always say you are a tourist NOTliving with your partner.
Now Myanmar closed to farangs due to unrest. Laos is ok but maybe a night or 2 might be required. Try look for a visa agency as might be a lot better