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Tony *********
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Tony **********
Doesn't matter the source as long it's a foreign deposit
Tony **********
Suggest you stay and get 12 month extension first, then reentry permit. House could go quickly or take 6 months. No sense adding additional stress.
Tony **********
Just come here and do your research and get several treatment plans. Then choose one and ask for the letter, just like you would so to shop for any service. Then fly to Vietnam and apply for your DTV.
Tony **********
Realize that if you're crossing international date line you've already lost one day in transit.
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@Dwain ******
not true. Same paperwork. You can make it easier for them but using a single deposit each month, but no requirement for medical insurance.
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@Brandon ***********
Understand that's how it works. Just seems like an unnecessary burden. I assume when one converts there is a fee. Not the first Thai process I've found odd!😅
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@Brandon ***********
do you know why an exit is necessary and not just collect the visa fee and start the new one then and there?
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@Jason ********
I don't think so. But possible he would need to enter on exempt in order to convert visa. I'd have a sit down with the IO. It's a process question.
Tony **********
Worst case is he applied for new non-o using whichever bank he wants. No need to exit country...
Tony **********
Be cautious of excluded coverage. Almost anything cardiac, kidney, blood or liver related will most likely be excluded. Medications here are very inexpensive. About 30% of USA for equivalent generics. You'll might consider tucking the $500 a month you're likely to spend in premiums away and self insure.