DrJack54

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How did you reenter Thailand. If you have a multi entry visa then no TM30 required. If you did order bounce and reentered visa exempt then you need to do a TM30. Edit: I just see now in thread you started asking about visa exempt entry from Laos. So in regards to your question regarding TM30.....you need a new TM30 when you reenter Thailand.

For DTL in Bangkok they want a residence certificate or letter from embassy.

I assume that you have done 90 day reports in the past at CW. By stating that ...."I just had my visa renewed..." Assume that you mean a new annual extension. Either way the desk for residence certificate will ask for your last TM47 receipt.

It's true that requirements change according to where you live. You indicate that this visit you entered on tourist visa (60 days) When you enter next time if you do so again on a tourist visa or visa exempt you will need to to a new TM30.

OP, which immigration office do you use. This is important.

Take your most recent TM47 receipt. Immigration will want that for application for residence certificate. I'm in similar spot. Went to Oz last December and this week going to Vietnam. When return I need to renew TDL from 2 to 5 years. I will take along my last 90 day report.

In this thread it's recommended not to use downloaded form at Jomtien. Weird. Some other relevant information in the thread. https://aseannow.com/topic/1275382-doing-my-yearly-marriage-what-papers-at-jomtien/

There is a 57 page thread on this topic.. Check it out. https://aseannow.com/topic/1265383-ltr-visa-is-now-available-for-long-term-residency/

It's actually not so difficult in Phuket to open a bank account as it is in other places but still not simple on a tourist visa. Most likely requires a residence certificate. The transfer part from abroad is simple. Many folk use WISE.

That appears as you pointed out but never read it enforced. A TM30 should be enough to show immigration for application for non O.

There is recent thread of Jomtien dragon lady insisting upon money in bank for 2 months for non O. That is wrong but just shows what a nightmare some immigration offices can be. Does your friend have a Thai bank account? He will need to show that the 800k came from abroad.

You won't need to. Stop worrying. Plenty of folk get eVisa everyday. In fact I'm going to Vietnam with one this week. Have screenshot of the evisa on your phone and email of confirmation if you have any concerns.

That in reality is not a requirement at Jomtien. Just a silly request that when ignored has zero consequences

I edited my post. Has link to coule of threads. Will look for one specific to Phuket. Sure I have seen one. Here is link Phuket specific. https://aseannow.com/topic/1226632-retirement-visa-non-o-initial-application-phuket-immigration-office-vs-bangkok/

Money has to be in the bank on the day you apply for the non O . In bank for 2 months on day you apply for extension. This thread outlines process https://aseannow.com/topic/1284614-change-visa-exempt-entry-to-non-o-spouse-visa-in-cw/

Maintain 800k+ baht all year round in a dedicated bank account.

That is certainly the case for 30 day extension to visa exempt entry. Thinking that will also apply to 60 day extension to visit wife. Someone will correct if this is not the case You will need a TM30 to apply in Bangkok having previously been dealing with Jomtien.

OP title refers to extension based marriage. He can apply for extension up to 30/45 days prior to expiry of current permit.

Receipt of 90 day report not a requirement for reentry permit at airport or at immigration. Mind you immigration offices do what they want.

With rather limited trips to thailand and stays less than 90 days I feel his current option of ME Non O marriage valid for one year is excellent option and available eVisa. Would seem he needs zero interaction with immigration when in Thailand. Non O extensions would also involve under consideration period and possible home visit.

Probably a good option if you ever want to sell so not a big deal. With the advent of items such as airfryers etc oven seems less important. I had one year old kitchen destroyed by termites so you could consider a ongoing company to keep an eye on that. I had to replace it with concrete thai style. For others reading personally was surprised with reasonable cost of granite bench tops.

Thinking the spare tiles was good idea Pressed to think of much else that you would stash away for future replacement. Personally did a big makeover of a townhouse and thinking my main mistake was to put in European style oven. Sounds you are way past those options.

After obtaining a non O-A you can obtain annual extensions each year. The financial requirements are the same for extensions from a non O-A and non O, the one difference being the insurance requirement for extensions from the non O-A. It should tell you something the MANY folk have killed off their non O-A by exiting Thailand and reenter visa exempt in order to obtain a non O retirement. There is an income method available. Unless your countries embassy provides income "letter" you would need show 12 months of transfers as per @flexomike post earlier.

The funds can be in two accounts. Korat is wrong that's nothing new. As for your 60 day extension to visit wife. You don't wait till your current permit is near expiry. The days will be added to your current permission of stay. A decent immigration would have suggested the 60 day extension at same time as rejecting your 12 month extension. Assume you have not previously obtained 60 day extension since last entry to Thailand.