DrJack54

I never stated 2 border runs per year. That rule was removed earlier this year.

Moved from posted forum. There are many rules regarding receiving "old age pension" while not living in Australia.

Just sniping one piece from your post. I align. Already had one hip replacement and back issue etc etc . I love Thailand but annual extensions not easy for many folk. Esp as I deal with CW. Soon will be using Agent. Maybe one more extension DYI. Zero money issue. That's not the problem.

Geez ..excuse my ignorance. From AI google... "No, Israeli citizens are generally not allowed to enter Malaysia. To enter Malaysia, Israeli citizens need an embassy visa" You summed it up "stuffed up world"

Umm you do report at Building B CW Doubt you will receive mail approval 5 days after due date. My plan would be to attend immigration for extension when suits you. Make appointment for extension followed by appointment for TM47. I did this in Nov 5. Link for appointment.. https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/en/onlineservice-and-publicguide/

No problem. Have you considered Malaysia. Here is thread (not recent) has links. Regards Vientiane seems just started requiring one night stay. As usual some Baht perhaps can avoid that requirement. https://aseannow.com/topic/1275933-how-to-do-border-run-from-koh-samui-or-koh-phangan/

Continued posts re semantics of "unlimited" removed.

Ongoing bickering post removed.. Move on.

Maybe I have incorrect information. I had impression Singapore was not preferred option. Personally big fan of Saigon so that would be my preferred option. Laos last on list as thinking introduction of eVisa not as simple as Vietnam.

Agree. Have just changed thread heading.

CW often don't even process till due date. So unlike some offices there can be weeks till return post approval. By then 7 day grace for in person has past. If that occurs when you eventually attend immigration take along the EMS tracking number (maybe avoid fine)

Answer from @Phillip9 sums it up. OP aware of eVisa now. Thread closed.

First up ...13 days should be enough . I have done exactly that with CW 13 early also. Approved and had hand written note to do it 15 next time. Re the reason not working now... they had idea to sync online reporting with TM30. Result: forum rules prevent how to describe it. Thinking "balls up" allowed

From your OP .... "I'm wondering if the new e-Visa will benefit me?" So you are on annual extensions based on retirement. Same as my situation. eVisa for Thailand available in nearby countries is of zero use to you. One group will be those seeking eg Non O marriage or retirement etc. That ain't you.

Good luck. Personally my next extension is Nov 2025 so it won't take much more to push me to just skip it along with TM30 and cop a fine.

Yet more posts removed re agent bickering

How early did you post the TM47. CW wants 15 days prior to due date.. Few days less ok but not recommended. Only post this in case you make change to doing it via mail in future.

Off topic post re agents removed..

I just pick this one. Could pick several. It's not visa renewal or visa extension. It is 12 month extension to your permission of stay. That is from a non O. It was not cancelled it was used. Subsequent passports do not have that visa transfered. Visas are not transfered. However information regarding that Visa is and your ongoing extension requirements are governed by that visa. For example Non O-A vs Non O etc

Applying for annual extension has nothing to do with 90 day reporting. There are some offices that do report at time of extension. Several posts above are straight up incorrect. If report window is open at time of annual extension then you can max that visit by doing the TM47 same visit. Note: you do the extension first then the TM47. At CW (mentioned earlier) you will attend different desks.

Further posts re legality of agents will be removed as off topic

That's one option however most likely best to exit Thailand (border bounce) enter visa exempt. He can then obtain new Non O marriage or retirement along with subsequent extensions. (start over)

Well suggest you make things clear in the future. Saves time for those trying to assist.

What you described using an agent is accurate. The bank account is the simple part. Approx 5k. Most of which is insurance policy cost to bank. Most likely BBL. You friend already had a non O previously so agent provided service to cover the financial requirements to obtain 12 month extension. If in future he wants to change back to DYI then he can seek advice from forum. I notice that friend had option to change to based on retirement to based on marriage. The financials are far easier for marriage and can be used after extension granted. He could have brought time by obtaining 60 extension to visit wife, but that's all water under the bridge.

From your "other" current thread hour ago you stated.... "I was planning on a 30 Extension of stay this week then after 30 days apply for a further 60 day Extension based on being married to a Thai." So even without the 30 day extension to visa exempt (Nov) with a 60 to visit wife you are covered for next 3 months. Umm