right, it’s up to each individual to decide how to proceed. I’ve been coming to Thailand for 30 years on non-exemption, tourist visa, Non-B and now I am retired on non O-A. Like you, I never used and agency, always did everything the prescribed way and never once had an issue at any Thai border crossing. You are right, some dubious looking characters get admitted.
exactly! I have been reading all of these comments and this one of yours is spot on. I am not sure why people are saying, “I’ve come in 5 times this year but someone I know got pulled aside his third times.” Irrelevant. Entry is always at the discretion of the IO. But 13 years? I am a bit surprised he was able to get away with it for so long.
thanks! I live in Thailand part of the year, too. What I meant to say was that the government is still only talking about going back to 30 days visa exempt.