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46 minutes ago, ChaiyaTH said:
Bring someone looking half decent, speaking correct Thai with you, to avoid the language issue initially. Secondly bring that cash, sure it will get done. Make sure to collect the bank girls phone numbers after they started opening the account, they are likely interested.
None of what you list will make one iota difference
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48 minutes ago, Hellfire said:
Or is it just a waste of time?
It's a waste of time in recent years things have changed.
Ignore the bring a Thai friend with account at that bank or a Thai government employee etc etc.
I am stating from my own experience.
I have extensions from non O based on retirement and even big branches in Sukhumvit wanted a "certificate of residence " OR letter from embassy.
UK,USA,AU do not provide that for address.
Also 800k in your pocket will not help.
Fortunately I had success with Kasikorn, however I had a non O (not a tourist visa)
Also already had an account with another bank.
An agent can open an account with BBL.
Cost approx 4500b
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1 minute ago, ezzra said:
Thanks, that's what i was afraid that I will have to to do is start over, as the spring/summer in
Melbourne Australia start in October/November and I'm stuck in Thailand in those months
for the renewal..
Yes important to have a renewal window at a time that suits the individual.
If the preference is to have your renewal few months earlier then obtaining a new non O on return entering visa exempt not a huge deal.
If that option is chosen make sure not to obtain a reentry permit.
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5 minutes ago, gearbox said:
As mentioned they may attach a paper in the passport with the next reporting date, although TiT, not sure if all offices are doing it.
In most offices the 90 day report due date has nothing to do with annual extension.
Some offices do the report along with your extension.
Not sure why they do that as the two are unrelated
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OP, reports of being able to do an extension early, (eg couple of weeks) added to the normal 30 days and some offices 45 is possible.
That has occurred where there has be evidence of necessary travel and some evidence such as flights etc.
However that does not change your ongoing "renewal date"
The only way to do that is to start over.
If married to Thai you can change the date by obtaining a 60 day extension to visit wife.
In addition an agents may be able to assist with earlier renewal.
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OP, you can also enter visa exempt and obtain non O based on retirement and then 12 month extension.
Best option for ongoing stay in Thailand.
A reentry permit will enable trips back to UK.
https://aseannow.com/topic/1311886-visa-exempt-to-retirement-extension-process-and-cost/
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2 hours ago, If I should die said:
Thank you all. I had overlooked that the Non-O status and extension of stay were separate.
I shall renew on my return from UK.
I think that is your best option .
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OP, file a TM30 (change of address)
Then when your next annual extension is due, do it as normal at your new immigration office.
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Get a 12 month extension and multi reentry permit.
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OP, my understanding is that Iranian citizens require a tourist visa for Thailand
You could obtain a reentry permit to enable you to exit Thailand and reenter via land or air.
Note the reentry permit can be obtained at the airport on day of departure.
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9 minutes ago, limesaz2015 said:....is there a minimum time out of Thailand to be on the safe side or could you just return same day if you wanted to (via air).....Im going to be staying for 2 nights I think. Thanks again 👍
There are reports of after extensive stay a chap sent his elderly mother to KL and back same day.
Had very hard time at immigration on arrival back to Thailand.
To your other question ....you won't have any issues there is significant gap between your trips to Thailand.
I never understand the urgency to get back to Thailand.
Why folks don't check out places such as Saigon for a week amazes me.
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Prior to your current stay in Thailand when were in Thailand prior to that.
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OP is now aware of his misunderstanding.
Topic closed
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10 hours ago, PJ71 said:
Will he need a re-entry permit if he leaves on a non O?
How and where do you get these?
Thx.
Yes.
Can obtain reentry permit at his immigration office and at airport day of departure
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Think we can close this thread.
Snide comments not productive
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10 minutes ago, Photoguy21 said:
Seems like there is something missing. I have lived here for a good number of years and never had a problem,
As my thai GF states....Money is #1.
My guess is that he doesn't, otherwise he would have a non O marriage with extensions.
The financial requirements for marriage is a very sweet deal
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14 minutes ago, TigerandDog said:"I do not understand the bank letter and other requirements"
I will state it again. You do not understand the requirements.
The fact you have bubbled through it looking for "bank guarantee letter" is just one error.
You are referring to "bank letter". That letter simply confirms you are the owner of the account and the balance on date of issue.
For proof the financial requirements have been met you provide bank statements or photocopies of bank book.
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13 minutes ago, scottiejohn said:
If it is CM immigration and using the 800,000 in the bank method then they now require a one year statement, updated pass book and the letter!
Seems some immigration offices are moving to "bank statements " for money in bank method.
CW included.
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47 minutes ago, TigerandDog said:Has anyone encountered this kind of stupidity from their bank?
It's not the bank.
You do not understand the "bank letter" and other requirements.
Outlined clearly by @Georgealbert and others.
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9 minutes ago, Mika78 said:
My comments was referring if he wants to use an agent to clear the situation as in the past i have face similar situation for few months of overstay. And was not cheap at all.
The OP stated very clearly that he does not intend to return to Thailand.
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30 minutes ago, zhaffsky said:
How much time does it take to get a permit?
Not long. Allow 30 minutes extra however waiting time most likely way less
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5 minutes ago, Skipalongcassidy said:
If you had read the entire requirements page from the website that you sourced you would have your answer... *
If that site is correct he could consider entering Thailand visa exempt and apply for the Non O at his Thai immigration office.
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4 minutes ago, Mika78 said:
I think it will real expensive for him
20k baht fine. That's it.
Plus ban according to length of ban
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The chances this may work? (Opening a thai bank account as a tourist)
in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
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Yes