AgMech Cowboy

@jonnit Interesting comments for you to consider. One that was not suggested; get a one year multi-entry Non-O based on marriage at Savannakeht. The requirements are basically the same as those for the 90 day (also not financial information is required). Your US marriage certificate is accepted without the problems that you will encounter at an immigration office. You will only need to leave the country every 90 days, which can be extended by 60 (with no financials) at Immigration. Considering that you are still travelling out of the country regularly this might be a better option. Also at those times when you do need to make a run to the border for a refreshing of your permit to stay, you don't have to worry about going to the consulate to get another tourist visa. One other caveat: if you'll make a border bounce near the end of the visa period, it's possible to use the 1 yr Non-O for 15 months stay using the 1 one year visa. By doing the above you can set up 'your' (and only your name) bank account here in Thailand. Make arrangements with WISE or your US bank to transfer baht 65,000 or more every month into that account for a year. Then, when you do decide that you want to settle down in Thailand and stay long term, then you can go apply for you Permit to Stay extension based on Retirement at your local Immigration office without having to transfer Baht800,000 and leaving it there for long periods of time. About your wife... I read some discussions that made a little sense above and some that did not. She needs to get her Thai passport before the end of her permit to stay (the Visa means little now, assuming it's a single entry). You are in Thailand and are able to stay here based only on the Permit to Stay stamp, which as you said was 90 days. You both can get extension to those stays at the Immigration office near you in Amnat Charoen. When (if) you go to Savannakhet to apply for another Visa, she will use the US passport to leave the country, but should come back using the Thai passport. Problem solved.

Yep, I was thinking along these lines too. Good comment.

Only his pelvis will tell. (Do tokay gecko's (aka Jing Jokos) have XY chromosomes?) HaHa ????

Overall it's been a peaceful period in Thailand since 2014, but the 'professor's' comments and that of the article are nothing but a ridiculous statement of the obvious. I won't miss PM Prayut any more than I missed PM Shinawatra.

KL and Singapore became so onerous years ago for Non O and tourist Visas that many people quit applying for them there. They made up silly requirements in an attempt to reduce the number of people applying. (because of my work, I use to use tourist visas, but that was a long time ago. Still the the avoidance by many of Singapore and KL still stands). Good luck. If you're planning to travel around, I don't know how you satisfy this requirement other than prepaying your first 40+ days and pay the accommodation with Agoda, Tripadvisor, Booking or Expedia. (That should qualify you for the 60 day tourist visa without complaint at the Embassy)

I was doing fine just reading the comments and then you showed a pic. I spit out half my breakfast. (I've never had them, thankfully, but gee they give me the creeps).

I know you meant that sarcastically, but confused and sadden at least 2 people. Be real, friend.

Thumbs up TIm. Good luck.

I use to travel to the US and bring back vits and sups all the time. Last time 4-1/2 years ago I had almost a whole suitcase full. I got 'shook down by the gestapo TSA in the USA after checking in. They proceed by breaking the locks and dumping everything on the floor. They just throw things back in, tape up as willy nilly as possible and send the suitcase on. Thai customs never looked twice.

@OneMoreFarang That's a problem that I face, too, except mine are joints. I can't get coverage for my hips and knees since they've all been replaced (one hip and knee 15 yrs ago). No one would insure me for those joints after work died and the insuring consulting agentency moves on. Nothing i can do. Two new joints coming up in the near future...

'Headlines' with no real news story. I hate the same BS that comes up the "Windows" widgets and anything to do with President Trump. Stories for clicks. That's what they get paid for. Not really news.

The whole purpose of the original Thai Visa was to answer peoples' questions regarding any and all types of VIsas and 'any' other questions, which could be shared in a public forum (or that's what I always understood). Now... I've been in Thailand for almost 26 years, but did not 'find' the forum until about 10 years ago. (I worked through agents who handled all the visa stuff). As I understand it, the Thai Visa forum evolved and took on more and more subjects and even posted news. It's a place to share knowledge and information, especially about Thailand. @ujayujayIMO you were completely out of line to make that comment. You should be ashamed.

No. I've never even given one thought to BOTOX. Liposuction, yes. ????

You are NOT correct. He has rights. Also, he asked that opinions not be posted.

Yes

I interpret it to mean he wants to get rid of his US bank account and those potential problems. (I did that and regretted it but that was before I got social security benefits). Now that I am (on SSA benefits) and there is not much chance or hope of me working in the US again, I may do the same thing and close my US bank account. @JPMMEAW I hope you'll let know what you find out.

Look all this BS about having or not having insurance is irrelevant. He is in the situation that he is in, which ain't good. This is a request for help by a fundraiser and donations. Give or don't give, but it's nonsense to sit here and bash the poor guy. Wow... real classy.

What a bunch of BS comments. You folks 'think' you know all about Thai politics, but trust me, Jon Falang (substituted for Snow), "you know nothing".

Maybe they thought he was a trucker who protested (has the same name as or similar to someone) last year in the Freedom Convoy. I wish him well. Difficult situation.

@ian carman "smart dressed Thai man". No... They'll have on pants and a shirt, but smart dressed is asking for too much. Also... I see mostly women agents at the Pathum Thani immigration office and they will usually look a little less 'smart' than the women who work at the bank(s). I just finished a 60 day extension or I'd take pictures for you, but it's a $20 round trip for me and half the morning. I try not to go there too much. One more thing: It's purely my opinion, but if you're needing a COR, your best bet isto bite the bullet, go to your embassy, prepare an affidavit of your residence address and be done with it. I'm a US citizen so it may be different for you, but that's what 'I' recommend. (see if you can get it in Thai).

I can't help, but you scared the pants off of me. My deposit goes into a US bank, which with WISE, I should have my money tomorrow afternoon/evening. I've thought many times about getting Uncle Sam to go direct into my account here. You're convincing me that's not a good idea.

That is still vote buying, in all forms.

No, I don't see a problem at Big C the retail and grocery store. They rearranged the whole store at the Super Center down the road from me, which I hate, and they're doing a bunch of remodeling externally and internally. I think they reduced their stock of dry goods, it appears, and have reduced the 'inventory' placed on the shelves (so they're having to restock the shelves more often). I've actually noticed an increase in the types and brands of meat and cheeses offered. You've plenty of answers already regarding the sublet retailers, telephone kiosks and restaurants.

Op, I wouldn't consider any other bank companies in Thailand for a foreigner. @ian carmanTo your specific post. Yes, there are agents 'around' Pathum Thani immigration. They don't hang out. They go there to help a client. I can usually spot the ones who are agents versus the girlfriend or buddy who are assisting on a personal basis. Usually they'll have at least 3 or more clients with documents in hand. You'll have to approach them. They are not there handing out name cards and soliciting clients. Good luck. I'm thinking from your question that you do not have an 'extension' of your permit to stay based on Marriage or Retirement. So now I'm talking without specific knowledge, but without you being registered at the immigration office, I don't think they'll give you a COR. But, really, I am not sure about that.

IF he shows a Pathum Thani address CW will send him to No. 159 Village No. 7, Suan Prik Prik Subdistrict, Mueang Pathum Thani District, Pathum Thani Province to the immigration office there. If he finds an agent at CW then the agent may help him get a bank in the area and manage his Visa or extension. My advice, if you live in PT, then either do it yourself or get a PT agent. (check prices, I don't know any, but I can find out a CW one for you...)