@Betty ********

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.

@Will ********

original poster

@Jo *********

true though ETA has not been implemented.

@Todd ********

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.

@Pam ********

enjoy! I’m hoping August.

@Pam ********

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.

@Pam ********

only talking about a possible change.

I think it got more difficult from February. Possible but harder.

I use Bangkok Bank and SCB. Never an issue.

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