Regain Posted August 21, 2022 Share Posted August 21, 2022 I'm due to fly back soon and want to sort a 15 month, non O visa. i was in Pattaya before and know the agents are cheaper. Does it make sense to use them if you end up living in Bkk though? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post IvorBiggun2 Posted August 21, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted August 21, 2022 12 minutes ago, Regain said: Does it make sense to use them if you end up living in Bkk though? Not that I condone the use of agents but many up here in Isaan use Pattaya agents. 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BritTim Posted August 21, 2022 Share Posted August 21, 2022 The disadvantage of using a Pattaya agent is that you will almost certainly end up being officially resident at a fictitious Pattaya address. However, even if you use a Bangkok agent, your application might well end up being processed through Pattaya unless you explicitly ensure otherwise. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
proton Posted August 21, 2022 Share Posted August 21, 2022 40 minutes ago, BritTim said: The disadvantage of using a Pattaya agent is that you will almost certainly end up being officially resident at a fictitious Pattaya address. However, even if you use a Bangkok agent, your application might well end up being processed through Pattaya unless you explicitly ensure otherwise. Bkk agents more likely use Khon Kaen and other up country offices, all illegal of course if you do not live there 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJack54 Posted August 21, 2022 Share Posted August 21, 2022 (edited) Use an agent from Pattaya. Cheaper than Bangkok. As mentioned above KK is where most business is done and your stamps will be from up country.. What type of non O where you obtaining. Rule out based on volunteering. Edited August 21, 2022 by DrJack54 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubascuba3 Posted August 21, 2022 Share Posted August 21, 2022 I'd do Pattaya, justifies a couple of trips a year. I guess be careful with the online 90 day report, ensure address agrees 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wuvu2 Posted August 21, 2022 Share Posted August 21, 2022 Please PM me if you know a reliable agent in Pattaya. Asking for a friend ???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJack54 Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 32 minutes ago, Wuvu2 said: Please PM me if you know a reliable agent in Pattaya. Asking for a friend ???? Here is a thread that lists most 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post PeachCH Posted August 22, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted August 22, 2022 Agents can also do the 90 days reporting. Some people in Pattaya didn't visit the immigration office for years. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Thingamabob Posted August 22, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted August 22, 2022 (edited) Personally I've never used an agent for any purpose in over 60 years visiting, working and living in retirement in Thailand. If you decide to live in Bangkok why not go to CW and ask them for advice as to how to proceed ? If, on the other hand, you prefer to use an agent in Pattaya while living in Bangkok, just be careful not to run into problems concerning a possible fake address rather than your actual place of residence. Edited August 22, 2022 by Thingamabob 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regain Posted August 22, 2022 Author Share Posted August 22, 2022 12 hours ago, DrJack54 said: Use an agent from Pattaya. Cheaper than Bangkok. As mentioned above KK is where most business is done and your stamps will be from up country.. What type of non O where you obtaining. Rule out based on volunteering. retirement 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regain Posted August 22, 2022 Author Share Posted August 22, 2022 7 hours ago, PeachCH said: Agents can also do the 90 days reporting. Some people in Pattaya didn't visit the immigration office for years. So with the fake Pattaya address, they do that 90 days reporting. Makes sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Husain Tula Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 Agents can help when a person is unfamiliar with the process and requirements. I'm not against agents, but the possibility of falling prey to fake agents and ending up in all sorts of problems, I suggest you either consult a certified law firm, look for recommended and trusted agents, or simply do the work yourself which is simple and straightforward, and will cost you much less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chalawaan Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 I hate immigration with a passion. But I DIY. And I dress smart casual, as the sign asks. I've been excused minor omissions a few times (one I recall was when I forgot my bankbook!) That would normally involve being sent home, to come back next day. So... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hammer2021 Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 10 hours ago, Wuvu2 said: Please PM me if you know a reliable agent in Pattaya. Asking for a friend ???? Soi 13 - Soi Post Office Pattaya Klang. Soi 15 Soi Buakhao Some advertise on TV 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubascuba3 Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 10 hours ago, Wuvu2 said: Please PM me if you know a reliable agent in Pattaya. Asking for a friend ???? Maneerat Soi Post Office 13\2, very good, usually cheapest 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hammer2021 Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 No it does not make sense. Decide where you're gonna live then use a legal agent from the correct office. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IvorBiggun2 Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 31 minutes ago, The Hammer2021 said: Decide where you're gonna live then use a legal agent from the correct office. I never realised 'agents were legal' at immigration offices. Didn't 'The Big Joke' at one time put a ban on all agents from IO's? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post The Hammer2021 Posted August 22, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted August 22, 2022 (edited) 48 minutes ago, IvorBiggun2 said: I never realised 'agents were legal' at immigration offices. Didn't 'The Big Joke' at one time put a ban on all agents from IO's? All major agents are legal. They advertise on TV and the Internet. They have offices and websites. Have employees, translators, typists, photocopiers and they visit embassies, help with banks, passports, driving licences, visas etc. I use agents for dealing with all bureacracy here and in other countries too. Who cares what a discredited policeman may have said years ago? And to be honest who cares about mistaken opinions which keep on getting erroneously reported by HTT foreigners creating a loop of misinformation. Edited August 22, 2022 by The Hammer2021 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1sickpuppy Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 hi there ive used 1 in Bangkok for many years and around the same price or cheaper than quotes i got from them in Pattaya, if you want his details contact me ok, i go into hospital tomorrow for 2 or 3 days then i can answer you if you like, regards Rob 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrJ2U Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 I use an agent in Pattaya and I'm in Sakon Nakhon. Makes my life much easier. Once you're established with your agent you really don't have to visit or travel to Pattaya. Although it probably makes a nice break from Bangkok occasionally. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regain Posted August 22, 2022 Author Share Posted August 22, 2022 3 hours ago, 1sickpuppy said: hi there ive used 1 in Bangkok for many years and around the same price or cheaper than quotes i got from them in Pattaya, if you want his details contact me ok, i go into hospital tomorrow for 2 or 3 days then i can answer you if you like, regards Rob yes thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJAS Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 (edited) On 8/21/2022 at 8:29 PM, Regain said: want to sort a 15 month, non O visa. Does this mean that you are planning to seek a 90-day non-O conversion at an immigration office, followed, in due course, by an annual extension of stay for retirement? There is no such thing as a "15-month non-O visa" apart from multi-entry non-O's for marriage issued by the Savannakhet Consulate! Hence my confused reaction to your original post!! Edited August 22, 2022 by OJAS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubascuba3 Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 5 hours ago, OJAS said: Does this mean that you are planning to seek a 90-day non-O conversion at an immigration office, followed, in due course, by an annual extension of stay for retirement? There is no such thing as a "15-month non-O visa" apart from multi-entry non-O's for marriage issued by the Savannakhet Consulate! Hence my confused reaction to your original post!! what he is quoting there is the standard term when using an agent, 15 months, 3 months non imm O and 12 months extension, arranged by the agent 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Sparky Posted August 25, 2022 Share Posted August 25, 2022 On 8/23/2022 at 4:57 AM, scubascuba3 said: what he is quoting there is the standard term when using an agent, 15 months, 3 months non imm O and 12 months extension, arranged by the agent To me, sounds like a 1 year multi-entry, where you have to border bounce every 3 months with the last bounce just before the visa runs out making that one visa last you for 12 + 3 months. Just needs border bounces. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubascuba3 Posted August 25, 2022 Share Posted August 25, 2022 6 hours ago, Simon Sparky said: To me, sounds like a 1 year multi-entry, where you have to border bounce every 3 months with the last bounce just before the visa runs out making that one visa last you for 12 + 3 months. Just needs border bounces. Not according to @Regain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackshadow Posted August 28, 2022 Share Posted August 28, 2022 On 8/22/2022 at 6:30 AM, Wuvu2 said: Please PM me if you know a reliable agent in Pattaya. Asking for a friend ???? months ago i PM D SOMEONE re agent.....never got a thank you for being helpful..!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wuvu2 Posted August 28, 2022 Share Posted August 28, 2022 2 hours ago, blackshadow said: months ago i PM D SOMEONE re agent.....never got a thank you for being helpful..!!! You poor neglected child. Perhaps you should complain to the person you messaged. You've never done jack squat for me ???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thailand Posted August 28, 2022 Share Posted August 28, 2022 2 hours ago, blackshadow said: months ago i PM D SOMEONE re agent.....never got a thank you for being helpful..!!! That's dreadful! Guess you won't do that again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackshadow Posted August 28, 2022 Share Posted August 28, 2022 7 hours ago, Thailand said: That's dreadful! Guess you won't do that again. i will not/ever do it again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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