DrJoy

I have successfully done several times, the app works like a charm.

What they told you is utter rubbish. Can be done with an application named SECTION 38, check on App/Google store. I have done thru the application several times, never a problem.

SCB - 100 baht per withdrawal and 2.5% + VAT (Forex Charge)

Correct

The new online 90 day system does not request for the TM 6 details.

Yes. My wife mails my documents a lot of times with me marked as the sender. She presents her Thai ID card to the Thailand Post/Kerry/Flash etc, never a problem.

No. They see the Original PP and punch it on their computer. Copy not required.

Correct. On top she would never get a job in the future since most require a NO CRIME RECORD certificate. Who would hire a Convicted Felon?

I have never been asked to submit school photos

Passport holders of the following countries/territories may apply for Visa on Arrival- AUSTRALIA• THE KINGDOM OF BHUTAN• THE REPUBLIC OF BULGARIA • THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA• THE REPUBLIC OF CYPRUS• CZECH REPUBLIC • ESTONIA• FEDERAL DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF ETHIOPIA• THE REPUBLIC OF FIJI • GEORGIA• THE REPUBLIC OF HUNGARY• THE REPUBLIC OF INDIA • THE REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN• THE PRINCIPALITY OF LIECHTENSTEIN• THE REPUBLIC OF MALTA • THE UNITED MEXICAN STATES• THE REPUBLIC OF NAURU• THE SULTANATE OF OMAN • PAPUA NEW GUINEA• THE REPUBLIC OF POLAND• ROMANIA • THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION• THE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA• THE SLOVAK REPUBLIC • THE REPUBLIC OF SLOVENIA• TAIWAN - CHINA• THE REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTANS • THE REPUBLIC OF VANUATU Qualification required for visa on arrival- The Visa on Arrival must be used only on the date of issue • Must be the citizens of nationalities accordance with Ministry of Interior’s announcement • Passport must be genuine and over 30 days validity. • Purpose of touring not more than 15 days. • Must have confirmed return ticket within 15 days. • Must notify the address In Thailand that can be verified. • Not under section 12 Immigration Act B.E.2522 (A.D.1979) • Visa fee in Thai currency only (Cash)/Non-refundable • Having appropriate means of living. (10,000 Baht/person, 20,000 Baht/family)

No, they are owned by a Japanese group, they have a strong financial backing.

AEON Financial Service Co. Ltd., (AEON Financial Service), the major shareholder of the Company, was listed in the 1st section on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, which is a holding company. Currently provides financial services including credit cards, personal loans and other services. On April 1, 2019, AEON Financial Service has completed its group restructuring in order to allow its financial service business to be carried out in full scale and with greater efficiency. AEON Financial Service has also expanded its business to other Asia countries including Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, India, Laos and Myanmar. As of February 28, 2022, the Company has active customers more than 2 million IDs per month. Meanwhile, the number of issued cards was 9.7 million including 3.29 million credit cards and 6.46 million member cards. https://www.aeon.co.th/aeon/aeon-info/company-profile.html

But they now scan all finger prints, though name changed, fingerprints would match instantly with Immigrations database. Isn't it?

Correct, I paid 5 baht with credit card at Sbucks today

Bingo

Point number 2, page 2 https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Transfer-Stamp-to-New-Passport-Form.pdf

You can book a ticket for 14 USD only - https://onwardticket.com/

@Mark79 Transfer Form - https://bangkok.immigration.go.th/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Transfer-Stamp-to-New-Passport-Form.pdf

Not any more. CW Immigration requirements for extension transfer - Transfer to new passport with old passport. Prerequisite are: Up to date address registration. Required papers: Completely filled in transfer form. Copies from following passport pages: Name page new passport. Name page old passport. Last visa (Non-O, ED, B) Every extension. (Starting from the visa) Entry stamp. TM6 departure card (If available) If the new passport is issued by the embassy inside Thailand, Letter from Embassy confirming replacement of old passport with new passport. The letter is not required if: The new passport contains the replacement information. The new passport is issued outside Thailand and is used to enter Thailand and the entry stamp is in the new passport.

If you are a Thai citizen with a valid "Thai National ID Card" then you can open online using the app of any bank. 1. Download the SCB EASY app. Select National Digital ID (NDID) authentication. 2. Select another banking application you have an account with and authenticate your identity within 1 hour. 3. Scan your face with the SCB EASY app. Select “Open an online savings account Conveniently open an online savings account anywhere via the SCB EASY app. Earn interest of up to 1.5% p.a. from the first baht to 1 million baht -- high returns and low risk. No minimum amount requirement for account opening For new customers who have never had any SCB product (The service is provided under the Bank of Thailand’s regulatory sandbox). This identity authentication process requires ID card verification and an ID photo taken at the point of service https://www.scb.co.th/en/personal-banking/digital-banking/scb-easy/open-account/ndid.html

You are allowed to work with a marriage visa. If a company hires you, you can get a WP. Retirement visa = Not allowed to work.

Correct. You will do the same when youre back to Thailand.

It stays valid till the date mentioned. You will present both PPs and re-entry permit in old PP

In Siam Commercial Bank, the app requests for a 6 digit password before each money transfer.

All Thai nationals are allowed to enter Thailand, even with an expired Thai PP.