Another thing to know is that you can extend your stay by another month.

I did this but obviously didn't book a return flight until I confirmed my extension.

My missus ( Thai ) organised it for me.

As on this question you get many answers. My wife's friend ( a senior police officer ) said that it couldn't be done.

If you have no one that can speak Thai to help if you want to do this then there are normally people in the office to help you for a fee.

@Stephen ******

It only goes up in certain countries. I live in France and it is increased every spring.b When I move to Thailand I will lose the increase as things stand.

Bangkok bank is a good one. I have my account there

@Louis **********

I did have money in the bank also and I sent details of this to prove that she would not need looking after by the state. GOOD LUCK.

My wife was accepted but she had a house in her name. I submitted her deeds. Also she had children / grand children so I put that in the application. As people have said it is the strength of your argument that she is not going to overstay that is critical. She had no money in her account and I was her sponsor.

Just a caution... when I last checked, money in a wise account is not protected as a UK bank would be so I haven't left large amounts in although the interest was tempting

You will need verification of identity before you can open an account but it doesn't take that long.

I've had an account for a while and my pension is paid into my UK account. I live between France and Thailand and change money when the rates are good. It's much cheaper than using bank transfers