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What time of year do you plan to go? Depending on the season you need a west or east facing beach, unless you happy with prevailing wind blowing in your face. Generally from next month to early May west-facing beaches are protected. When the weather changes in May you need to be facing the east or north. Worst time in Samui weather-wise is Nov/Dec.

I got a TR in KL in May (Aussie Passport). They seem to be strict but my lady was quiet helpful and pleasant. They run through your documents before giving you the form to fill out - so you not likely to be rejected. I had a receipt for first 2 weeks in Pattaya and only a deposit receipt for 2 months at Samui - was no problem but maybe she didn't read it properly? You must have your name clearly showing on the receipt. They also wanted to see my ticket out of Thailand. Wait time was 2 days.