The best option for coming back in november is a flight to Helsinki and going on tour with this comfortable bus to BKK.

As far as the procedure is concerned, you have received very good information. However, I would like to emphasize that long-term stay without insurance is very negligent.

@Tod ********

I've been to the Immigration Chonburi (Jomtien) last week for information. An officer told me, that I can come 40 days or less before my stamp expires. I suppose they change it because of Songkran holidays.

I must add, that the officer at the Immigration was very friendly and helpfull, may-be because of my age and especially when she saw, that I was many years in Thailand with a Retirement Visa I always had before Corona.

@Tod ********

Thank you, Tod!

You can use Form TM 87 to apply for non-imm retirement. I am currently doing this and will receive it on /2023. Here is the letter from Immigration Division 1 Bangkok. "dear sir,

We would like to inform you about changing visa you can visit the attached link for more information Live in BKK please contact Bangkok immigration. Live in upcountry please contact immigration where you live." TM87 is the form for the Change of Visa Exempt to Non O-IMM and Form TM86 is for those who want to change their tourist Visa.

@Wannikea ********

Thanks, but I stay in Pattaya. I will better take a train to Nong Khai. Cheers and a Happy New Year 2023🍾🥂

@Wannikea ********

How did you get there? The distance is about 100 kms

@James *******

..and Denmark

@Nichola *********

it depends on the Embassy. Some embassies need 3 - 4 weeks in high season.