I have a friend who will be entering Thailand on a tourist visa, and then changing to Non O and 1 year extension based on retirement at Jomtien. Will he have to show proof of residence? If yes, will staying at a guesthouse be OK? I ask this because he will be renting a condo long-term but cannot get a lease with just a tourist visa. Thanks.

He may be asked to show proof of residence. I applied 1 year ago (Jomtien) I put on the form the hotel I was staying at and I was refused, As far as I know he will need to show the lease agreement.

He will only need this when he is applying for his 1 year extension to his visa.

As regards renting a condo with a tourist visa can't help you there.

Pat

:jap:

Your location determines what office can process your application for extension of stay so yes some form of residence will be required. Have seen many reports of people not having a problem getting a lease on any type of entry so do not believe that is really a problem that can not be overcome if required.