DrJack54

For those with possible issues entering visa exempt via air they can use "safe entry service" Issues can be repeat visa exempt entries (history) or eg refused entry., past ED visas etc

Told by who...

He would first need to obtain a Non O and that would require 800k (or equivalent in Bank) To obtain a 12 month extension he would need to show 12 months of previous transfers of 65k + . Which he cannot. He is USA = no income letter from embassy

He would need to show 12 monthly transfers of 65k which he cannot.

Suggest you contact your agent with any questions. You are asking about obtaining 12 month extension using money in Bank method. This attached thread lists several Jomtien/Pattaya agents https://aseannow.com/topic/1354256-i-need-names-of-visa-agents-in-pattaya/

Think you will find that your funds in the FD account can be withdrawn however you will lose the interest that was due.

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And that's what is required and should be sufficient. The old issue of showing funds from abroad can be an issue if coded incorrectly. Credit advice from bank etc can solve this. OP has not indicated immigration office

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You have not got it wrong. I didn't do a 90 report for my first 7 years here due to frequent travel. Despite being out of Thailand for very short periods the clock never reached 90 days. How important is TM47? Answer: Zero

Which immigration office? To change from money in Bank to Income method you would need to show 12 months + of transfers and in addition compliance to money in Bank method for current extension. The transfers shown as from abroad should be sufficient Discussed in this thread. https://aseannow.com/topic/1363952-question-about-changing-from-money-in-the-bank-to-income-method-for-retirement-eos/

These threads get recycled and here is basically same thread Nov last. Made 5 pages. Also Jomtien. https://aseannow.com/topic/1343889-i-just-came-back-from-the-parole-office-i-have-to-report-to-for-the-crime-i-committed/

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As I posted earlier... The final stamp will be issued. You are not first that did not maintain funds during under consideration period. You at worst will be reminded to maintain the funds.. Next time. BTW: Hope some bad breaks are behind you and family

The thread does not concern folk meeting financial compliance to Extensions (in the main retirement) It's of concern to those using agents to "avoid" Financial requirements.

That's a bit harsh. Not everyone is in the same financial position and I'm sure if there were funds available they'd be on their way already As pointed out above. My transfers are instant. Some time back I awake to almost urgent need for hip replacement. 400k. Ended up more. You aren't admitted to private hospital unless you pay significant amount. I have low tolerance for folk living in Thailand on limited resources.

My comment not helpful however my transfers from Oz Bank to Thai Bank using WISE are INSTANT. Even for 2mil baht.

Indeed.... And your previous post.. "There is a much bigger picture to all of this if you've been reading and watching current news over the last 3 months." Is excellent point. Hopefully some folk using agents can update first hand experience. Hopefully not collateral damage. @ThaiVisaCentre any advice/comment?

Your experience is irrelevant to the OP along with most others. The required docs are immigration office specific.

That's why folks use an agent. Some current threads re issues with agents using BBL. If your extension is ending soon ish suggest you contact agent ASAP.

I have never read a report of final stamp being refused due to not maintaining the 400k during under consideration period. Have stated that you are supposed to do so. You would receive a "don't do it again" I do not recommend people not maintaining the funds. What's the big deal with transferring some funds.

This has hit like a bomb. Bolt from the blue seems good description. Perhaps some guys using agents can post updates of advice from their agent.

Good point. I mean it's your money or is it? Talk about make stuff up on the run.

Thanks Tod. Find the last sentence in the notice from Bangkok Bank very concerning. "Please ensure that the money in your account belongs to you personally.DO NOT BRING MONEY FORM OTHER TO PUT IN THE BANK ACCOUNT" Especially the last sentence which is in Caps. Big News (to me)

No. For extensions funds not required to be from abroad