@Krysten ***************

, great! You’re already on the way to the best chance of a successful crossing. Good luck and stay safe.

I think it’s risky

O you have maxed out your previous stays, and have applied for extension.

O you have more than 1 consecutive “visa free” trip

O you are doing land crossing

O you are staying in “free” accommodations and don’t have documentation to show you are a bona file tourist.

O Nong Khai is not the friendliest crossing

I actually think your Philippines passport is a plus factor in this case, as it sets you apart from the typical long-stayers.

Sorry, I don’t think anyone can recommend any surefire method to get you across. The visa “rules” are to prevent this profile of travel. If you are already at the border, I would give this a try, and to bring as much documentation (any receipts, websites, articles, references, recommendations, photos) to prove your are not a long term stayer….and money! It really depends on the immigration officer serving you. If stopped, ask to speak to a supervisor, and have them/yourself call your friend. This will cut through any language misunderstandings. If possible, have them waiting on the Thai side of the border

Brother’s hotel, so he should be able to generate a hotel booking/receipt.

Take a photo with this app and turn it into a pdf.

Consider a remittance agent….you can negotiate the exchange rates if the quantum is big enough.

You might want to checkout the advisory from FCO with regards to safety and security in areas around Hat Yai.

@Toon ********

, you need to specify your name and purpose in the comments field of your transfer- that’s how the FET gets recorded.

You need to get a receipt (from a Thai bank) for receiving that transfer, otherwise you might not be able to repatriate that sum once you sell the property.

Past posts show a good success rate in Vietnam.