DrJack54

So how many visa exempt entries via land have you done this year

This is a silly Scaremongering thread based on one vague statement from well know Thai official.. Everyone should chill.

This thread is a slow train wreck. Should have been in general topics forum or Pub Forum.from the start. Not really visa related. It's very clear re living in Thailand the OP can use non O with ongoing extensions based on marriage or.....based on Thai child.

Yes you can apply for new extension up to 45 days prior to expiry at CW. There was a post by someone that two copies were required. However there are recent posts that only one set was required and that's recent. Be aware that there is a photocopy/print stall on lower level if required.

The OP is Australian and in his OP mentions Superannuation. The "Old Age Pension" is something very different. The use of term Pension in places such as UK has very different meaning.

You will be given new 30 day stamp if you opt to enter visa exempt. You will need to obtain a 30 day extension. Some offices have appointment system. Simple easy process. Will provide another 30 days which starts from expiry of your entry stamp. Disregard post stating there can be issue with obtaining extensions Some people overlook TM30 which can be an issue. You can obtain screenshot of TM30 from your hotel.

You are not alone. The issue from what I have read is that there are fields that do not apply and folk have just submitted "not applicable" etc replies. It's an issue and based on it being set up by Thai...nothing will change soon

Which part. Stop embarrassing yourself . You feel intimidated by Thai staff wherever.... Grow big boy pants. Politely request space.. Ridiculous thread.. Needy person

Look at yourself.

Been in Thailand for ten years. Never had one issue. On the contrary I feel embraced by the Thai folk I deal with them From eateries to whatever. From doing make overs on Condos to building home. Also eateries etc. Perhaps look at yourself.

You have issues. Then subsequently start a thread. Just say "nick off" if it bothers you. Grow some.

Ridiculous rant with too much Misinformation to correct.

Not of much comfort but my thinking of UK eVisa process includes all types of visas to Thailand. By contrast I applied for SETV to Vietnam recently (being Oz require visa) ... absolute walk in the park. Few minutes to file application and approved in 5 business days. Not much comfort to you but the eVisa system to countries such as UK has been introduced poorly at best

Here is an oldish thread where the OP gives very detailed advice. There is also couple of posts re a YouTube link for video instructions. Cannot find it right now. Will look tomorrow.

Credit cards don't work for proof of funds.

You haven't mentioned how often you visit Thailand. BTW: if you sell up your assets in Oz better option than banks etc is to place those funds into your super fund. You can make your own contributions up to $100k aud per calendar year and can consolidate that into 300k in one year then nothing for following 2 years. You also did not mention if wife has any land. You can build modest house for 1 million baht.. That would be option rather than lock all funds into Super.

Perhaps the OP can sell ALL his Condos and his BIG Pool villa. Buy some land (in wife name) along with some solar panels and hens.

Can stay out as long as you want. Reentry permit has expiry same date as current permission of stay. You do not need to give return date. You state the following... "I want to keep my Thai visa alive if possible" What visa? You most likely have a 12 month extension based on marriage

Nothing much required for reentry permit. Single 1000b Multiple 3800b . Unlimited exit/reenter. Only difference is cost and box you tick on the TM8. Can only be obtained inside Thailand. Your issue will be immigration Even when genuine ED students ask about a trip out of Thailand it's recommended to obtain "letter from school" With many trips in/out Thailand Your plan won't work.

Clearly you do not have wife and 11 year old child. Guessing don't drink alcohol and never travel, as 40k might cut it for single guy eating 40b soup it won't cut it for family of 3

I didn't write the OP. ONE thing stands out.... "We have NEVER lived together"

Seriously? The wife and daughter are Thai. And no way would want to live in Laos. Also the OP has much cheaper option to live in Thailand being married to Thai national. Annual Extension 1900 baht with easy financials.

There is no insurance requirement for non O extensions based on marriage or retirement. The only insurance requirement is for extension based on retirement from a non O-A

From one of my previous posts.. "At best you could live ongoing on extensions based on marriage which requires 400k in bank for only 2 months" So I have posted easy option. If you cannot read into the OP his main concern is not family. Again read from OP "WE HAVE NEVER LIVED TOGETHER" ????

I have an opinion. You are entitled to yours.. Again from OP words.... "We've never lived together but we get on well when I've stayed for a few months.".... Part time husband father. "We have never lived together" "When I have stayed few months" Thread is a wind up surely