You can get a re-entry permit while it is under consideration as long as you are back before the under consideration date. The period is usually 30 days but it can be 60 if they're busy. All marriage extension applications are sent to either Chiang Mai or Bangkok for approval, hence the under consideration stamp.

@Floyd *****

If you have an METV then you can return the day before in runs out and you will be stamped in for another 60 days which you can extend for a further 30 days. Be aware that each new entry requires a new TM30 if you wish to extend. So to sum up, if you time your exit and entries correctly you can get a stay of almost 9 months from a METV.

They prioritise so you will be at the back of the queue :D

Anonymous participant If you rent a motorbike then discuss insurance with the rental company. If you purchase a bike then you must have compulsory insurance so you can pay the tax on the bike. The compulsory cover is very limited. You then have the choice to purchase Class 1, 2 or 3 extra insurance. I have class 1 insurance on my car which I buy online from a company called

@Roo***

You must be in the country you apply from. You cannot hold two valid visa at the same time. If your DTV is issued they will cancel your METV or they may refuse to issue the DTV until the METV is finished.

@Paul ******

What was his past history of entering Thailand? If he had many visa-exempt entries his name may have been flagged and they will make a fuss even though he has a valid visa

yes

I did mine in September and it took 3 weeks from London

Do you have a motorbike licence (not car licence) from your own country? Do you have an IDP? Do you have a Thai licence? They have separate ones for car and bike

You need to prove you're in the UK. They ask for utility bills or you can use your driver licence. I thought my bank statements would be enough but they asked for further proof.