DrJack54

20 hours ago, Polar Bear said:

Was this an official taxi allocated through their system? I.e., you went through the waiting area, got a ticket, and got assigned a driver by the desk? I've used the airport taxis at Don Mueang many times, and they've always used the meter. I'd have gone back to the desk and asked for another taxi in this case. (When they assign you a taxi, they are always very clear that the fare will be the meter + 50 THB airport fee + any tolls. They have a card with it printed out in multiple languages.)
 

Spot on post.

The OP flew into DMK which has an excellent allocated taxi system.

That is meter taxi's.

BKK the same.  

Did you miss this .....

"As mentioned above....in Bangkok to obtain a certificate of residence a 90 day report needs to have been filed.".....

My post was Bangkok specific. 

OP did not mention where he plans to open his bank account or how he plans to enter Thailand visa wise ...

27 minutes ago, Goodboybkk said:

How to get re-entry permit?

You obtain from immigration or international airports such as BKK, DMK etc.

You need TM8 form and photo.

Basic copies of passport pages.

Single reentry permit 1000b 

Multiple 3800b

25 minutes ago, Red Phoenix said:

Basically you would only be able to show your Passport, your Permission to stay and the Housebook of the place where you are staying, but your wife having an account at that Bank branche would be the 'convincer' to open one also for you.  Note that she - and later you - should insist on talking to the Bank branche manager first, as the officers will be far less inclined to open an account for you hiding behind bank regulations or fear of face-loss when not fully familiar with the process of opening an account for foreigners.

That may have been possible years ago.

The rules are more strict now.

As mentioned above....in Bangkok to obtain a certificate of residence a 90 day report needs to have been filed.

Obtaining equivalent  from his embassy an option but messy, especially if entering on tourist visa or visa exempt. 

OP, where are you planning to open the account.

Be aware that if it is Bangkok you require a certificate of residence and if entering on a visa exempt or tourist visa that is not possible.

Your embassy may provide equivalent but messy. 

Regards "which bank" pick either Bangkok Bank or Kasikorn. 

If you opt to use agent to open account they generally charge 4k baht and use Bangkok Bank..

9 minutes ago, Muhendis said:

Totally Wrong .

The list is a Thai government list of required documents.

If you don't believe it then check other on-line lists before you mislead other readers.

They are all the same.

Since you persist then name your immigration office and my guess is that I can point out a difference to that office from another..

There are approx 75 offices. 

And you start with "totally wrong" 

More strange than your first post..

10 hours ago, NZAMBOY said:

If having to prove it, then what is the point of submitting  "Declaration of Income" sworn document???

OP, you missed this post from @OJAS....

"Precisely what do you mean by this expression? An application for an annual extension of stay based on marriage? Or for the conversion of a visa-exempt or tourist visa entry into a non-O visa for marriage,...." 

Answer that question and you will receive more accurate replies. 

1 minute ago, Lotz said:

Yay! And thanks for answering my questions. 

No worries.

Jealous you have son in Thailand.

Lucky 18yr old. 

7 minutes ago, Lotz said:

It leads me to another question: Is there a financial requirement for the person who piggybanks on the visa? In other words, if he obtains a non-O visa and applies for an extension of stay as a dependant, will we need to show a bank statement of 800,000 + 800,000 baht?

No

20 minutes ago, Lotz said:

That's a fair point. Nevertheless I really do appreciate the answers received and will proceed as above.

My point is that myself along with others suggested options.

Obtaining a non O outside of Thailand.

If you had engaged and stated that your son would be interested in attending school that perhaps would have also been suggested as an option. 

Just a guess but most 18 yr olds would not be looking at Non ED.

In any event my suggestion is next time you start a thread get involved. 

6 hours ago, Liquorice said:

In that case, a confirmation letter from your Embassy or obtaining a Yellow house book, would be an alternative, although more costly and more inconvenient.

Couple of issues with that.

Not all embassies provide that service. 

Oz embassy being one (no surprise there) 

Second is that some embassies require an appointment.

Given that for some the reason to obtain bank account to facilitate obtaining a Non O ..time is of the essence.

In that situation (certainly in Bangkok) 4k to an agent is best option.

Note that most agents use Bangkok Bank.

That's ok as that bank is one of the only 3 banks that don't have ridiculous small limit in using WISE for transfers. 

21 minutes ago, Taccos said:

Are there any other options?

Samui immigration is a rubbish office.

They make up their own rules.

Some other office also point blank make rubbish up.

Think the dragon lady at Jomtien insists on 2 months dosh in bank when in fact it's only needed to be in bank on day of application.

You can obtain obtain a non O marriage or retirement from a visa exempt entry at most offices. 

24 minutes ago, KhunBENQ said:

I think it was overthrown within two days

Think that was one of Mr A .... minister moments

Belongs in episode of "Yes Minister"

8 minutes ago, MPoll said:

In my case, in 2017, .........

Opening Thai bank account has changed significantly since 2017.

39 minutes ago, Goodboybkk said:

How long is the maximal break?

There would not be a set rule.

Part of the conditions on the visa is attendance.

I recall someone asking same question previously.

He took a break of couple of weeks.

What break were you considering. 

This thread includes some info and link for reentry permit

https://aseannow.com/topic/1260289-exit-and-re-entry-w-1-year-edu-visa/

OP, you can take a break from school however good idea to take letter from the school indicating approval for temporary break. 

5 hours ago, jim hayes said:

then did a couple of COVID extensions which gave me time to season the 400,000 Baht to apply for the marriage based extension, which I did without any problems in 2021 and 2022.

The io stu ffed up.

Unless you have exited Thailand without reentry permit you can obtain a 12 month extension. 

Your stay has been continuous and based upon extensions provided by Thai gov.

Which immigration office? 

Will not be extended 

Disregard any "news" from TAT etc. 

Would have already been announced if 45 was to be extended. 

1 hour ago, Red Phoenix said:

Recenly a similar thread was opened

Your post in the thread link you posted included your speech.

Why add again to this thread. 

16 minutes ago, Red Phoenix said:

Recenly a similar thread was opened >

It might be useful for you to check it out.

I posted the below message there, and there were some responses of interest to it. Added also NOTE 3

= = =

When you meet the requirements to apply for a 1-year Non Imm O-A Visa in your home-county AND you have a Health-Insurance Policy that meets the Non Imm O-A requirements, it could be worthwhile to apply for a Non Imm O-A Visa, provided you go at least once every 2 years to your home-country and during your stay there apply for a NEW Non Imm O-A Visa.

The benefit of doing so is that:

1 - There is no need to keep any funds semi-permanently on a Thai personal bank-account (thus freeing up 800k/400K on your Thai bank-account);

2 - There is no need to visit an Imm Office during the 2-year period that the Non Imm O-A Visa can provide you (this is literally so when you do your 90-day reports on-line). 

3 - The 1-year Non Imm O-A Visa is multiple-entry the first year (but you should only buy single-entry Re-Entry Permits in the 2nd year for your trips abroad, and REFRAIN from doing so for your return-trip to your home-country, thus 'killing' your current Permit to stay and being able to apply for a new Non Imm O-A Visa in your home-country).

NOTE 1: The above was my plan to stay in Thailand and avoid parking +800K semi-permanently on a Thai bank-account, but because of COVID restrictions at the time when I should have left to my home-country I was forced to switch to a Non Imm O Visa for reason of retirement.

NOTE 2: The minimum coverage (and annual fee) for a Non Imm O-A compliant Health Insurance policy has been upped considerable in mean time. But if you opt for a Health Insurance policy to cover you while in Thailand, it will still be worthwhile to opt for one that meets the Non Imm O-A requirements, in order to 'enjoy' the benefits of the Non Imm O-A Visa.

NOTE 3: PM me about the Health-Insurance options to ensure you get the most out of the Non Imm O-A when you opt for it.  But be aware that if you do not intend to visit your home-country at least once every 2 years (and re-apply for a new Non Imm O-A Visa), that Dr Jack is correct and that entering Thailand Visa Exempt (or on a Tourist Visa) and then applying for the Non Imm O Visa at your local Imm Office is then the better option.

 MANY folk that have killed off their non O-A by exiting Thailand and reenter Thailand visa exempt to obtain non O retirement and subsequent extensions would disagree with your non O-A suggestion. 

2 minutes ago, Liquorice said:

Most banks require a residence certificate as proof of address and a recommendation.

Indeed.

The issue for CW (I realize only one immigration office) is that to issue a certificate of residence they require a 90 day report to have been made. 

Impossible for visa exempt or tourist visa entry.

21 minutes ago, JimTripper said:

It's just a small fine anyhow, right? Could not be more then 1-2k baht mee thinks.

2k