To add to the horror, I've read on here there may be an illegal International school for Russian children operating in Chalong......sounds like Thai's could be displaced in time as you stated............
A couple months back, my Russian neighbour said many here are Putin supporters I found that a bit shocking, shouldn't be here on the beach and complaining about their tabs at night.........
If they don't purchase an Ed. Visa as my young Russian couple neighbours did, or try to obtain one the legal way ( now have moved ) should be bound for Moscow sooner than later......
Seems to happen often, Middle Eastern young bucks stepping off the plane with their Levi's and ball caps on ready to 'let loose' until it's time to return to the desert.......... red cards.
The multi-entry 1 year OA visa. Any time you exit and enter while the visa ( sticker date ) is valid, you will be stamped in for 1 year from your arrival date, keep in mind on re- entry your permission to stay stamp will always be the date of your health insurance expiry. You will need a re-entry permit before you leave if you are arriving after the OA visa sticker expiry date.