DrJack54

I can understand the debates about this. It's down the initial wording. Something along the lines "covid insurance for duration of stay" That was poorly thought through. So.....based on reports from many folk returning to Thailand with reentry permit and various periods remaining that purchasing 30 day coverage has been successful for obtaining TP and upon reentry are stamped in till date on reentry permit. Immigration at BKK airport won't be interested in your insurance policy.

I deal with CW and the process would be to obtain new que ticket for reentry permit AFTER obtaining annual extension. This thread is about returning for stamp, so yes makes sense to obtain reentry permit at immigration However it's so simple at the airports I obtain them there.

I wouldn't waste my time at immigration. I'm hooked on airport reentry permit.

He doesn't have a problem. Just stated that he prefers to do it in person.

Might assist if you mention current location

That's correct. In similar way to the ME marriage. However excellent option for frequent travellers or good excuse for weekend trip to eg Saigon

I think there is a well know fella in forum that once had his daughter pick it up. Dont quote me on that. But seriously think this is sensible especially if age/mobility comes into it.

And why wouldn't you if dosh isn't an issue. Slightly surprised you did it at 64 with retirement extensions an option.....but again why not. We all do what suits us and for sure if I would grab a 20yr version if my age paired with that.

No. Even better idea have your wife go to immigration on your behalf

That's correct. There was a guy (Peter Denis) used to refer to that visa often. Also (at that time) supposedly available in Savannakhet. Have never met anyone that has obtained one.

You are referring to a non O based on retirement. It gives a stay of 90 days. That permission of stay can be extended by 12 months and that is generally done within last 30 days of the 90. At the same time you mention "unsure if that's a 12 month pure visa....." What your thinking of there could be a ME non O marriage. Previously folk obtained them commonly at Savannakhet. Cannot be obtained inside Thailand. Valid for one year. Or you could be referring to a non O-A. The later being most likely as your questions are concerning retirement. You also state this.... "Once got a London Embassy Longstay Visa ( 12 months) which I thought was Retirement but no actual conversion seen so maybe not, O or OA ?" What you obtained was non O-A. That visa is a multiple entry visa valid for one year and each time you enter you are stamped in for 12 months. Has insurance requirements. Can only be obtained in home country or country where you are a permanent resident.

For some that involves a long trip. I live in Bangkok and tempted to tell gf that reporting can be done Soi 4 and must be done in person and due to crowds can take most of the day.

That's what we wanna see. First hand experience.. Seems no issue.

Glad you got that off your chest. For unmarried and long way from 50 it's a perfect fit imo.

Sounds like you initially had a non O and then ongoing extensions based on retirement. No health insurance required. You will require covid insurance and that is available at your age. Your reentry permit can be purchased at immigration or airport on departure. 1000b single and 3800 multiple. Insurance to cover 30 days will be sufficient.

I'm a bit in the middle on this one. Thinking onward flight from "rent a flight" companies is fine to satisfy airline to issue boarding pass when flying visa exempt. If I was applying for eg tourist visa I would use your suggestion of a real ticket. I posted current ticket earlier in thread Bangkok to Saigon 1300baht is just one example.

So condo all done. Land office settlement March 10 and tenants moved in yesterday. So happy with that. https://photos.app.goo.gl/JmPkgLnFPUfnkdvU7 Link for quick walk through. As mentioned earlier had townhouse become vacant week ago. It let on first day of inspection. Teacher. Not my preferred option as thinking those guys often move about with various work contracts but was best application. The reason for doing this thread about a small makeover was to share references for tradesmen. My experience is they are often found by word of mouth. That's when having a Thai partner comes into play. Such minor things can be frustrating. One stupid example was wanting a paint colour chart. Very different than eg Bunnings, Oz.

I'm not 100% convinced about using "rent a flight ticket" option. Works for proof for airline when flying visa exempt. For tourist visa application thinking they will look for the word "confirmation", that means fully paid for. I just Google cheapest throw away flight. One example Bangkok Saigon 1300baht. Not nice but will work.

Yes the new online system seems to be vast improvement. Personally I (and some others) will stick with post.

Good point. The gf tells me PO shut on 12th. I'm now going to post this Friday 8th.

Snap! My window also opens April 11 Monday. I will be posting my report this weekend to CW. My understanding is that they don't even process them till your due date. In any event the post option will work fine. Euro style cafe on way to PO, mind you 80baht a pop.

Interested in replies. Years ago when I first obtained non O retirement I could not obtain that in Saigon. As a result ended up in Vientiane. Charming place Not. I will be surprised if non O retirement is available at Hanoi. Someone with first hand experience will be along.

You won't be troubled at immigration with a tourist visa.

Or a valid non O-A. That gives 365 days stamp

Wait for PE visa expert. A friend applied etc from outside of Thailand and was greeted on arrival at airport by elite staff, where his PE visa sticker was placed in his pp.