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There is nothing denoting whether a Non Imm O visa was issued based on retirement or Thai spouse that I've witnessed. The Non O-A is a different kettle of fish, as it can only be applied for on the basis of retirement.

Maneerat are correct in that it won't be a problem to extend your permission of stay for 1 year. However, be aware the extension will probably be issued by an Immigration office other than the Province you actually reside. This can lead to issues down the line. These can be resolved, but you should be aware.

The validity of a visa is the period during which you can enter Thailand. On entry, you are granted a period of stay for 90 days (permission of stay). You're not converting anything. You are applying to extend your permission of stay for 1 year based on retirement/Thai spouse, provided you meet the financial requirements. The validity of the visa is immaterial, it's your status of entering as a Non Immigrant that matters.

Totally incorrect advice.

No difference. Only for certain visa types, you have to be a national or a permanent resident of the Country you're applying, such as the Non Imm O-A. The requirements whether you need to be a national, have PR, or not, will be posted on the Thai Embassy websites for the specific visa types.

You can convert from a visa exempt entry to a Non Imm ED visa within Thailand. The initial ED visa permits a stay of 90 days, then you can extend that stay. This site explains it. https://thailand.acclime.com/hr/immigration/education-visa/

You can apply for the Non ED visa at local Immigration offices after entering visa exempt. The Immigration requirements are here; https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/wp-content/uploads/2022C1_03.pdf

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Almost all nationalities can apply for a Tourist visa at any Thai Embassy where they may be temporarily located, as others have noted above. In the past I've had a Tourist visa for Thailand from China, Germany and Spain, with a UK passport.

It was more than a B or D error. Correct sub-district, district and Province, but totally incorrect house and soi numbers. Just hope on my next visit they don't try and fine me for not submitting a new TM30

Apologies @Sophon I should have gone to Specsavers.

My 90-day report was due yesterday, 15th Jan. I submitted it online last week, Thurs 11th. Immediately after I submitted it, I realised I'd put the incorrect address on it It was approved the following morning.

I think he's caused confusion by submitting flights from the US, but giving a UK address, when he should have stated his US address. He doesn't need to be a resident of the US to apply for a TV at a US Embassy/Consulate. The e-visa application sites are 'smart' sites. His application I suspect was forwarded to the London Embassy due to giving a UK address, but flight details from the US. They're looking at how he's getting to the US, not realising he's already there. He should email the Embassy explaining his circumstances to clear any confusion, quoting any application/reference number.

According to Ottawa website, the processing time is up to 25 business days once all supporting documents have been received. You applied 42 day ago, but 16 of those days were not business days, so you're now at 26 waiting days. I'd be giving them a nudge.

Surely you meant 22nd Jan, which is the 7th day after the due report date, including 17th Jan. @StayinThailand2much you can submit in person up to 6 days after the due date (7 days including the due date) without incurring a fine. Monday 22nd Jan is your last opportunity, the time of day is irrelevant.

So you can stay until July.

He should consult his Immigration office about his issue. The OP stated his current extension expires Sept 15th, but he'll be out of Country Sept. Depends on how far in advance he can apply and if it can be processed before he leaves sometime in August. It can be done, if they are willing.

The Non O-A is based purely on the reason of retirement, not Thai spouse. That's why the OP stated he needed to get the Non O.

Yes, he can submit the application early, up to 45 days in advance at many IO's. However his application has to be reviewed and approved at regional level. His under consideration stamp (date to return for the 1 year extension stamp) will be dated 30 days after his current permission of stay expires, that is 15th Oct and the OP won't be in Thailand at that point. His current permission of stay will have expired and without a new 1 year extension stamp and re-entry permit, he'd be given a 30 day VE on reentry in November.

The rule is listed on the link to the MFA site I previously posted. Apparently this emanated from a regulation posted by Thai Immigration. Certain sites then suggest this regulation was later rescinded. Without any existence of either the original regulation or the order rescinding the regulation being available, it just a real concoction of confusion. I suspect there are IO who never knew of the regulation, those who knew, but don't know it was later rescinded, or the few that are well-informed. Pot luck which IO you encounter on entry. This 'rule' only applied to those entering VE as a tourist. Ironically, if you obtain the METV, you can stay in Thailand for almost 9 months as a 'Tourist'. (2 border runs, 3 x 30 day extensions). That takes us back to the old statement of 'getting the correct visa for your purpose/reason of staying in Thailand'.

Answered in above post, as the poster tried to enter early/mid 2020.

Almost all International flights resumed by 31st May 2020, but on a reduced basis. Entries were then phased and limited to Thais, Diplomats and those married to Thais. Then followed entry by those with Non Imm visas and those with extensions on retirement with a re-entry permit. Tourists, those entering VE or a TV were last to be allowed entry. You obviously tried to enter as a Tourist during the period when tourists weren't permitted to enter. You simply didn't meet the criteria for entry at the time, you wanted to enter as a tourist. Had you kept abreast of the entry requirement updates posted by the TAT at the time, you could have saved yourself some time and troubles.

90 day reports are only submitted if having permission of stay for over 90 consecutive days to confirm your address. If you apply for a 60 day extension based on Thai spouse, the application includes providing proof of your current address. The visit to your IO to submit the application and confirm address, acts the same as a 90-day report. With a Non Imm O ME visa you can stay in Thailand for almost 17 months, with only 3 border runs and 3 x 60 day extensions, without submitting any 90 day reports.

Applying for an extension based on Thai spouse, the application has to be approved at regional level. He would be given an 'under consideration' stamp dated 30 days beyond his current permission of stay (15th Oct). The OP stated he won't be returning until mid-November! @Jon M Your current permission of stay will expire when you depart Thailand. For reasons, I've given above, it's doubtful if you can renew your extension before departure. (Speak to your IO though, as @Crossy suggested.) You will probably have to start from scratch again by applying for the Non Imm O visa from a Thai Embassy to re-enter Thailand. You can then reapply for the 1-year extension of stay within the last 30 days of the 90 days granted on entry from the Non O visa.

Thanks for a much more detailed post of your situation. You have two options; 1. Apply for a Non Imm O visa based on Thai spouse from a Thai Embassy/Consulate to enter Thailand. On entry, you will be granted a permission of stay for 90 days. Deposit 400K THB in a Thai bank a/c, your sole name. Once the 400K has been in the a/c for 2 months, you can apply at the local Immigration office in Buriram to extend your permission of stay temporarily for a further 1 year. 2. Enter Thailand visa exempt. On entry, you will be granted a permission of stay for 30 days. You can then apply at Buriram Immigration for a change of status to Non Immigrant O, but must have at least 15 days permission of stay remaining. 400K in a Thai bank required on the day of applying. (An extension of a further 60 days is possible if you require more time to deposit funds.) Once the 400K has been in the a/c for 2 months, you may apply for the 1 year extension of stay.