@John ********

sure. I plan to go in the next 10 days. If I don't come back to you please message me and I'll tell you. I'm sick of having money in other banks for years without getting any interest of any value so while 2.4% is low it's better than a kick in the hole. Again, it may be a question of some offices being more open than others as is always the case. I'm moving tiny places with the relationship is pretty personal and pleasant and there are hardly any other foreigners there.

@Neil ******

I'll go ask in my local immigration, cheers

Wait for the experts but yes you going to pay tax

@Tony ********

, sometimes it's more convenient for people depending on personal situation to use an agent. They might well have the cash but not waste tie it up. Time restraints and travel can also be a factor that comes into play

It's maybe the case in some places but DEFINITELY is not the case everywhere

@Tony ********

not stuck

And people wonder why the prices in Thailand horizon

You forgot the Kateoy texperience

It means that looking at the official Thai visa page is essential viewing

@Stuart ********

on second thoughts, I deleted it....cheers