In my past experiences it takes 1 to 2 weeks though it can be done in 1 day.

Visa’s for Thai’s are difficult to obtain generally and unless she’s a certified caregiver it’s unlikely. It’s a daunting task to get a fiancé or spouse over as is.

There are a lot of qualified Filipino caregivers in the US already so you might look into that.

Last time I checked at KT Optic I was quoted 26k for a pair of Oakley frames with progressive lenses. More than in the US.

Don’t mention anything about employment unless applying for a Non B. Usually people come in on visa exempt and the school will do the paperwork and you’ll usually have to leave the country (usually to one close by) to get the correct visa. You’ll also need to have your documents officiated in your home country. The process changed somewhat recently. I’m not sure how it works specifically anymore.

This guy did it in Bangkok.

They’re probably assuming you’re working illegally while living in Thailand on tourist related visas/exemptions. Probably should get a proper legal longer term visa solution. There’s visa agencies in Pattaya that can probably get you squared away for a price.

Don’t think it’s really meant for you to live in Thailand.

I’ve always gotten mine from the police headquarters in Bangkok. Never been asked for anything else.

No such thing. If here on a tourist type visa (visa exempt, voa, etc. don’t mention looking for work, it’s illegal. Don’t give them any reason to not allow you into the country or to think you’ll work illegally on a tourist type visa.

As long as it’s not a business nobody cares. Bigger fish to fry.