If you entered the country legally then you are a legal resident

Brandon Thurkettle: Most offices require that the funds come from abroad. If you use the Wise app, scroll to the bottom option for 'Reasons for transfer' and select 'Funds Most offices require that the funds come from abroad, so if you use the Wise app, then scroll to the bottom option for 'Reasons for transfer', which is 'funds for long-term living in Thailand'. This will then appear as an international transfer, but please note that it may take a couple of days or more to be reflected in your bank account.

157 days ( 2 x visa-exempt entries) per calendar year, unless you can convince the IO that you are a genuine tourist. If you want to spend longer in Thailand, then obtain a visa. An METV will give you nearly 9 months if you time your exit correctly.

In the UK they only required it in my account for one month. I obtained the DTV in October

@Jason *********

Correct

In the UK they accept a driving licence as proof of residence, so that's what I used.

Ian Carman: Each office has its own rules, so it's always best to check.

You planned to stay for 6 months, so why didn't you obtain a METV, which lasts for six months?

Until you are forced to have any direct dealings with your bank, they will not know that you have changed visa.

Soft power DTV does give easy access to undesirables for long term stay in Thailand. I expect them to tighten up on that in the near future