I am about to renew my retirement visa, after being in Thailand for a year. Can someone tell me how many copies of TM7/TM8 I need to complete. I read somewhere that I only rerquire one copy (plus one photo) for a renewal extension, but a certain Thai immigration lawyer now tells me that the procedure is no different to a first-time application (i.e. 3 copies needed). I am confused.

It is determined on where you apply. In Bangkok one copy only. Other places will require 2 or 3 and should always be the same.

I've only ever done one copy, in both Sakeo and (this year) Chachengsao.

I've only ever done one copy, in both Sakeo and (this year) Chachengsao.

Ditto Mae Sot, always only one copy.

Knew I should have said "may" rather than will. Perhaps the new regional set up of offices removes the requirement for forwarding a copy to Bangkok - which used to be required.

I've only ever done one copy, in both Sakeo and (this year) Chachengsao.

Ditto Mae Sot, always only one copy.

Equally Chiang Mai, one copy only.

I've only ever done one copy, in both Sakeo and (this year) Chachengsao.

Ditto Mae Sot, always only one copy.

Equally Chiang Mai, one copy only.

Maptaput as well (I did prepare 3 copies on the "better be safe than sorry" principle when I did my first renewal in July, but only 1 was needed in the event).