DrJack54

Clearly you have not been there. Don't believe what you read.

"Thai style preferred"? Very narrow mind set if that's the case. My guess is a particular squeeze.

That notion stems from 2019 when refused entry occured at.both Bangkok airports. In particular DMK. With extensive history flying into CNX better option..

So seems that you are currently in Thailand with a tourist visa. Obviously you will extend that by 30 days. It's "what's next" that's the issue. The immigration officer was not rogue at all. You could do couple of land border entries visa exempt. Thinking that you need time out of Thailand. I don't mean couple of weeks. The only option for folk under 50 is PE visa (5 years. Expensive) Non O marriage, ED visa (I don't recommend that) METV provides up to 9 months. What's with the obsession with Thailand. Spend time in nearby countries. Vietnam, just one example has 3 month Multi entry visa.

That's a good summary and doable plan. Your online work is not an issue and also banking idea the way to go. One issue you will have is "opening Thai bank account in your name only" There are threads about that. You certainly won't open one easily in Bangkok with a METV. Only one opinion......I suggest stay away from the ED visa. As I mentioned previously a METV gives up to 9 months and you are permitted two visa exempt border via land per calendar year. With extensions that's another 4 months. If married at some point you can move to Non O and subsequent extensions . Happy days

OP, did mention "brief" stay in Vietnam. For Saigon consulate he would require an appointment. Bit messy.

Your plan would work and yes a reentry permit would "protect" the balance of your 60 day permission of stay from your tourist visa entry to Thailand. Upon return to Thailand after Vietnam trip you can apply for 30 day extension..

Nup

It would be very unusual for someone with 60 day stamp and obtain reentry permit. Better option would be to exit and reenter visa exempt..

No it's NOT a retirement visa. It's a Non O that is single entry and that 90 day stamp (permission of stay) can be extended by 12 months. Visas CANNOT be extended. Your permission of stay can be extended. Just showing ignorance. Ask for advice and folk will advise

Read earlier posts from experts trying to explain things to you. There is no.... (get a one year non-o retirement) Absolute ignorance. There is a Multiple Entry non O based on marriage or retirement that provides stamp of 90 days permit. Then exit and reenter for another 90 day permission of stay. That is completely different to a Non O based on retirement or marriage and subsequent 12 month extension. No requirement to exit Thailand. If wish to you need to buy a reentry permit. Available single or multiple. Apples and oranges hence need detail..

Geez. He can apply for a single entry Non O based on retirement.. He could also apply for ME Non O based on retirement. Neither should be referred to as Retirement Visa. Very different animals. Won't continue this chit chat as obviously pointless.

There is zero point in doing that . Read BritTim post above In your case either just exit and return visa exempt or attend immigration and obtain 30 day extension. Why are you exiting Thailand and returning

Yes really. A pathway to living in Thailand is to enter with tourist visa or visa exempt and using TM86 and TM87 respectively to obtain a Non O based on retirement or marriage. That requires 800/400 on day of application. That provides a 90 day stamp. In the last 30 days apply for 12 months extension. Alternatively obtain Non O prior to entering Thailand at Thai embassy or consulates.

We do not know what someone is asking. Many threads start with... "I have a Retirement Visa" That could mean Non O based on retirement single entry giving 90 day permission of stay. Could mean have annual extension. Could mean Non O-A. Could mean ME Non O marriage or retirement. Valid for one year All of which require specific advice.

Stop. The 800k is using money in bank method for obtaining a Non O based on retirement in Thailand. The subsequent 12 month extension required 800k seasoned in Thai bank account in your name only for 2 months. The application for the initial non O only requires 800k in account on day of application. BTW visas are not renewed. The permission of stay can be extended. The ME Non O visa either based on marriage or retirement is a visa valid for one year and I won't outline the requirements as that has been explained above. Think couple of posts from mods explained clearly that option. In the main obtained at Savannakhet for folks already in Thailand. Back the truck up. You are very confused

You start a thread and then post rubbish. Such as ..... "No words for a moron like you....." Along with many other offensive posts. At 85 stop being grumpy old man Use an agent to obtain your annual extensions if it's all too much for you..

As per usual rubbish post from you. For annual extensions many immigration offices require TM47 receipt. Even CW has now required it. I did my annual extension this week (Wed) and TM47 was required. Also last March for my application for certificate of residence. In fact for certificate of residence at CW that cannot be issued without having made a 90 day report

That's been the case for years. Even for agents in Pattaya sending passports up to kk..

You are correct. CM is an outliner. Don't know why. Vaguely recall threads about this and another immigration office was doing same. Don't understand why. There are ~ 75 immigration offices and as always couple of weird offices It's sad that many posts in various from "experts" state.... "As always need to check with your particular immigration office" ????

Stop embarrassing yourself. You have been given good advice from Lite Beer and BritTim. BTW both guys are mods and extremely experienced. Sometimes terms are not all that important. Often it is. Suggest you keep reading threads to learn

No. Read my earlier post. Personally I'm on continuous stay from 10 year back. Exit reenter Thailand with a reentry permit. No new TM30 is required for inter province stays and trips abroad. For tourists they have no need of a TM30 UNLESS they intend to attend immigration. Example a 30 day extension to tourist visa or visa exempt entry.

OP , it's all about continuity of stay. If you exit Thailand and return on new visa or visa exempt you will need to make a TM30. On other hand it you exit Thailand and reenter with a reentry permit or ME Visa then you are not required to make a TM30. The rules regarding TM30 were changed in June 2020. Sadly one major immigration office has not followed change to rules. Specifically 2.2 That office is CM. Ridiculous immigration office. In event of change of address where you normally reside that would require a TM30. Not applicable to OP.. This thread outlines change in requirements. https://aseannow.com/topic/1169664-thai-immigration-announce-changes-to-tm30-reporting/

Just sometimes people I have on ignore I opt to read their post. Maybe I was wrong. So I read your previous 2 posts suggesting PE visa for 95 year old. Get real ...most foolish suggestion

Yes it can. For most immigration offices the funds having been in Thai bank account for several months would not require proof funds from abroad