DrJack54

No total for missed 90 reports does not accumulate. Even if missed a few the total fine in 2k

Thinking your 90 report was not reset. That means you have missed a report. At worst 2k fine. No need to rush to immigration. Do a report next time suits.

In reality apart from first ever extension the 90 day report has nothing to do with annual extension. Confusion can occur when certain immigration offices take it upon themselves to "assist" and do a 90 report at time of your extension. Which immigration office.

Previously I ignored posts re Oz embassy rejecting passport photos when the renewal was only available in person. That was until it happened to me (maybe 10yr ago). Sure enough they sent me off to photo joint nearby for exactly same pics as my rejected ones. .,SCAM For online application I went to specialist pp photo joint near my condo and guidelines for photo from AU embassy website. No issue. Seamless application.

No. You had a Non immigrant visa. That visa was "used" upon entry and provided a 90 day permission of stay. Prior to expiry of that permission of stay expiring you obtain a 12 month extension. You certainly do not have a "retirement visa"

Reentry Permit in old passport is no issue. Just travel with both passports. Any reentry permit in old pp remains valid. I renewed my Oz pp not long ago from here in Thailand. A dream. Firstly the entire application can be done online + via mail. You maintain your existing pp. That is not forwarded with application. From day application posted to Oz embassy Bangkok to delivery of new pp via mail to my Bangkok condo = 20 days. Here is link to Oz embassy Bangkok pp renewal Australian Passports https://search.app/rWGioKRWVzn9QhWR9

Here is the form https://aseannow.com/applications/core/interface/file/attachment.php?id=439173 You do not use TM18 You can apply for COR at CW. It cost 200b and is posted out. Usually takes ~5 days. They state up to 2 weeks. You will get it within a week. The most important thing is to have a TM47 receipt (if you have one) Tip: There is now appointment for COR. If your 90 day report window is open you can make an appointment for that and then the io will photocopy the 90 receipt and process your COR. Here is link for appointment. COR is first option. https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/en/onlineservice-and-publicguide/ Note: I just checked que availability for COR. Unlike annual extensions every day in February had slots for appointment. When entering main desk area go to far right desk. Have hard copy of your appointment and filled in form. You will be seen straight away.

BBL is only bank I'm aware of that takes days to provide bank statement. Others on the spot

Be aware that with extension retirement when you attend for transfer of stamps you need photocopy of bankbook pages back to current extension and update bank book. This is not listed on the form link I posted earlier however it's required at CW.

Thread way off topic. OP has not contributed since starting thread. Thread closed.

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There is a specific desk that deals with overstay. Collecting fines, issue of overstay stamp, bans etc. He will be directed.

Transfer of stamps is done at extension desks. So most likely L32 etc. If you have any business coming up at immigration you could wait and do transfers at that time. What type of extension do you have. If retirement then be aware that they are also checking your financial compliance.

Do not understand. The medical certificate is irrelevant. Samui specific. Regarding "first application" that using agent is to obtain a Non O retirement+ 12 month extension. That should cost 25-35k Ongoing extensions approx 13-17k OR ....if funds in bank not an issue. Non O 2k + extension 1900b

Somehow your post was not addressed. Think your plan of "starting over" from visa exempt entry is best option.. Yes too early to apply for extension. Don't worry about for Non O retirement the funds need to be from abroad . As your funds have been in Thai bank for some time immigration will overlook that. Be aware that you can obtain eVisa Non O retirement in home country prior to return. Having a visa would avoid need for onward flight. If you opt to fly to Thailand visa exempt look into options for onward flight requirements. One option is rent a ticket. Example "onwardticket.com" Get well soon https://aseannow.com/topic/1325238-procedures-for-non-imm-o-and-one-year-retirement-extension-from-a-visa-excempt-30-day-entry/

Thinking either would be acceptable. Previously TM30 was not even required for annual extension.

That is a Samui specific requirement. Not aware of another immigration office playing that card.

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Perhaps ask in the numerous Tax threads. Are you considering PR... Here are requirements... https://aseannow.com/applications/core/interface/file/attachment.php?id=657171

From Siam Legal... "The Thai Permanent Residency application starts from 14 October 2024 to 27 December 2024 during weekdays (Monday – Friday) at the official hours from 08:30-16:30." In addition there is preparation required prior.

I asked which immigration office. Reason: to give anyone a heads up re that experience. Every page photocopy of old pp unreasonable.

Frankly don't understand any of your thread.... From your OP you state.... " I'd want to have a visa lawyer in BKK for long-term that can help me regularly with both retirement and family visa issues." You could not be more vague. As a result you have received google replies regarding law firms eg Siam Legal etc Suggest you contact them directly as your needs are not outlined.

All good. Same process next year. OP has answer. Thread closed

Last 3 months of each year? If so ....gone