scoutman360

Back in the 90's I was fortunate to work with the most brilliant minds in the PC industry at that time, including the guy the authored the "plug & play" bios code. Unanimously, they said it is impossible for someone to gain access unless you click on an executable file, or you give them information. Opening an email will not do it, but if you click on an unknown link in that email it could launch a code into your computer. Today, I ignore all unknown call numbers (including the Lazada and Shopee people telling me my package arrived.).

After reading this. I can confirm. Following your instructions, I set up an international account in iBanking. That took 2 days for approval. Receiving account directly to Schwab CitiBank acct., (then forwarded to my name). Approved. I will test a small transfer first before sending the rest. While doing this, I discovered a previous international bank account I set up over 13 years ago to a small U.S. credit union (which only has ACH number). This acct. only has my name on it. So, now I have 2 approved accounts. In the BB mobile app, it appears you can do international transfers. Bottom right corner of the app "more services". International transfers are located there. However, the "personal expense" app limit says 1 million bht, while iBanking says 40,000USD which is about 1.4 million bht.

You are right this sounds like the best option for him, despite all the options provided from me and other posters.

Attached list of CW first NON-O requirements which I got from them. Bank book copy - Vientiane doesn't care. They only want certified letter from the bank. L.A. embassy wants to see bank records but doesn't ask for certified statement. Copy of rental agreement - Vientiane doesn't care. L.A. embassy doesn't care. Evidence of fund being transferred from overseas. Both Vientiane and L.A. embassy don't care. I was denied an extension based on retirement at CW after working here a long time on Non-B and told I must re-enter Thailand on "exempt" or VISA and start the process over. For an extension, the only option is to apply in Thailand, as far as I know. Non-O Chaeng Wattana Requirements.pdf

Vientiane only wanted a certified bank letter and copy of passbook. CW requirements were far more extensive. Even Los Angeles embassy only asks for local bank evidence. As someone who worked in Thailand for 20 years, I could not meet the CW requirements as my money was earned in Thailand. The OP is looking for solutions without a bank account. Just offering my experience. Vientiane appointment was easy and I was in and out of the embassy in 5 minutes.

Here is my checklist for Non-O extension of stay for Chaeng Wattana office. I recommend you get your first Non-O out of Thailand at an embassy. So much easier. Vientiane was a breeze. Non-O Extension of Stay Requirements.docx

No. BOTH root canal and crown done the same day.

Yes. BOTH done the same day.

I had my root canal and crown done at Dental Hospital Bangkok near On Nut. 7 Soi On Nut 1/1 (Sukhumvit 77), Phra Khanong Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110. They do it all the same day because they make the crowns onsite. They drilled out the tooth, 1 hour later the crown was fitted and all done. Others have pointed out there are different types of crown materials. I was given "what they said" was the new best, and the total cost was far less than what you have quoted. 5 years now going strong.

I avoid the nonsense by getting a cashier's check in my name and walking it over to my other bank. Funds usually available the next day.

I tried over Songkran. Had the same problem. Perhaps it was down for the holidays and just got restored.

I am not sure why people buy "throw away" or "rented" tickets. Just pay more for a refundable ticket and cancel the ticket after business is done. That is what my friend does all the time. Full refund.

I was standing next to a well-dressed Indian man with a bag full of shopping at Central on the sky train today and I said, "Good luck with that." He took a minute to understand me, and then asked me how to avoid the water madness. I said, "Run, and don't leave your room next time."

Both chemical peel and laser peel have risks. My friends who have done it were very happy with the results. As for the cost in Thailand, ask the clinics around. And make very sure they are very qualified.

Great answer. And it creates a question: If he had physically received a Visa at an embassy and has the Visa label entered in the passport. Would this situation be different? This Visa label has an expiration date on it. In other words, if he entered the country 15 days before expiration, the stamped expiration date still holds true and not pushed out 90 days based on date of entry?