As I understand it, you pay around 5000 bht for the M/E visa. This allows you to enter and exit Thailand as many times as you want during a 6 month period. But I'm unsure of the proof of funds amount. Some sources say 20,000 bht, others say 400,000 baht. Which one (If either) is correct.

Also, Are there any issues if I want to get another M/E visa when the first one expires?

TIA.

18 minutes ago, jaiyenyen said:

Also, Are there any issues if I want to get another M/E visa when the first one expires?

Depends how long apart. If back to back that most likely won't work.

The financials depends on where you apply

The METV will stamp you in for 60 days.

Then you need exit or apply for 30 day extension.

If you exit and reenter just prior to expiry you will be stamped in for another 60.

With extension that provides almost 9 month stay.

Thanks for the quick reply Drjack.It all seems a bit hit and miss to me. I think I'll do a bit more research before committing.

14 minutes ago, jaiyenyen said:

all seems a bit hit and miss to me. I think I'll do a bit more research before committing.

Hopefully some first hand reply will provide clarity.

Where would you be applying for the e-Visa

41 minutes ago, DrJack54 said:

Hopefully some first hand reply will provide clarity.

Where would you be applying for the e-Visa

Laos.

The visa isn't for me, it's for a friend. She's Lao and has a Laos passport. It's a long story, but basically, she has some family in Thailand that she wants to visit for periods longer than the current 30 days. She has no intention of working. She just wants to be with her family.