@Luna ******

my wife and I have a shared checking account that we keep $15,000+ in. It has both of our names on it. I made two copies — one for me, one for her. The officer didn’t seem to mention anything about it. We may run into an issue later, but he didn’t bring it up. Are you guys in Phuket?

ExcellentTravel I have a family of 5 with three young kids. It’s potentially cheaper with less headache.

@James *******

met him at immigration last time! I’ll update after it’s all over.

@Stuart ********

I think I actually spoke with you at Immigration last time! Thanks for the info. I’ve got a bank statement from the month leading up to this one (Jan-Feb) and a printout of the current month (statement not released yet) — both 500k+. Nervous I’m missing something else, though.

@Nikita ********

was this for the extension? I’m confused what you mean by “fee does not apply to new application”

@John ******

Which office? Was that in Phuket?

@John *********

Right, I understand what the application says in bold font — I'm really just trying to see if that's anyone's actual lived experience. A few people in CM said they didn't have to pay when they were denied.

@John *********

I'm not sure I'm getting your meaning.

Typically you pay at the end, after all the documents have been processed, passports stamped, etc.

Whereas "accepting application" means "success", I understand you have to pay. I'm asking if I still have to pay if my application is denied (specifically for the extension).

A more practical question is — do I pay upfront, do I attach the money to the application, etc.?

If so, I can see them potentially keeping it. If not, I struggle to see them asking for payment *after* they just denied me.

@Rory ********

All my documents are ready. I kept them in order from the original application process, and updated as needed.

@Chris ********

why is this relevant to the DTV conversation?