Did my 3rd Non-O retirement extension last week at CW Bangkok. From initial document check to walking out with new stamp was less than 1 hour. No extra paperwork or copies needed. Very straightforward and professional. FWIW: I always do the TM30 and include it in the bundle. Just one thing new for first time, she took a picture of me holding the page regarding requirements for the extension and the overstay warning. Quite bizarre but all friendly.

 

1 hour ago, soi3eddie said:

Did my 3rd Non-O retirement extension last week at CW Bangkok. From initial document check to walking out with new stamp was less than 1 hour. No extra paperwork or copies needed. Very straightforward and professional. FWIW: I always do the TM30 and include it in the bundle. Just one thing new for first time, she took a picture of me holding the page regarding requirements for the extension and the overstay warning. Quite bizarre but all friendly.

 

Near identical experience - 15 minutes paperwork and 15 minutes passport back. I had to write my 'phone number under the photo on TM7 and at the bottom despite having written it at the end. Likewise the usually ignored 4 forms - had to sign additionally there. Seems one was new - a new extended version of the one telling you you need to keep money in the bank. Held this up for photo.

 

New standards but the attitude was to help you meet the new standards.