@Nicole *******

That would be the same as the income affidavit in Bangkok. The consulate doesn’t even look at supporting documents. They just take your word for it and stamp the affidavit. If you have the affidavit plus supporting documents, like I described above, would that work for the Thai authorities?

What do you mean by pension affidavit? I have a letter from the University of California stating I have a pension and the amount. I also could print bank statements showing the deposits. That plus an income affidavit won’t work? (Bangkok)

What did I miss? 😳

@Francis *******

Getting there two hours early or waiting 2 hours in immigration seems to me to be the same difference. What I don’t want is to not finish my business before the end of the day. That makes an afternoon arrival risky. Though an afternoon arrival Tue-Thu for a 90 day checkin is safe.

@Richard ********

I thought of that too but in the end decided on a childlike drawing.

Two things about that. The first officer checked my documents quickly but then they got passed to the next person and it took about 45 minutes to finish the process and give me my passport. Second, people were getting there early, like 6am, and waiting for the 8:30 opening time. I got there at 8am and had to wait until 11:30 before my number was called. The document process was OK but I still spent 6 hours there. It was my choice to go on a Friday. I’m thinking Tuesday-Thursday might be a better choice but who knows?

Also, regarding the map, don’t worry about your drawing skills. It was a quick sketch. Nothing impressive about it. Just don’t try to print a Google map. Just guessing but I think they want a personal touch.

It is very convenient that there are full service bank branches downstairs.

@Robert ******

Hmmm. Interesting. The multiple entry stamp was previously good until November 20th. So it is no longer any good and I should get a new one now? or at any time? Another surprise . . .

Thanks. I realize that correct terminology is important in the FB group.