It's not always about scaming, but many Thai ladies don't earn alot of money and have commitments to look after thier mother or family so there is an expectation that her partner will make a contribution to that cause, which can lead to "scams: in some cases. Just don't rush things.
take some chill pills bro, or were your supplies cut off? What I said is the correct, but if immigration don't follow the rules the advice on this group should be "ask the immigration officer" and sometimes that correct and sometimes not necessary. I've been here 15 years and have experience of 3 offices, the list a good sound starting point.