Flying back / border run: definitely not

Extension maybe yes. Maybe you can switch to another activity or Dr. Appointment, nobody knows for sure yet.

Depends on how long you are planning to use the Visa. If you see yourself staying in Thailand for more than 4 years (on and off), then you are losing almost 1 year of visa fee by applying too early.

The DTV won't be cancelled. What might happen is that the soft power requirements will become more strict, but paying for 6 months of muay thai will likely still qualify you in 10 months from now. If you (as it seems) don't really like to do Muay Thai, now is still a good chance to get a DTV with way less expensive and shorter courses.

@Tod ********

following. I will need that certificate and have received very confusing information. Some sources say that in Bangkok you only get the certificate after the first 90 day report, not earlier.

Some landlord told me no problem, but he has to go with me to immigration...

What is your information?

Anonymous participant what embassy?

It seems to be a common theme with embassies/consulates in general these days, not specific to Thailand.

We have our flight to BKK already booked. I consider staying on the tourist visa first and then going to a nearby embassy for the DTV. Which one are you planning to go to?

Sounds like a smart choice. This e-visa has a scammy feel to it. My suspicion is that the consulates get to pocket the same amount of the fee no matter if they grant the visa or reject your application. Rejecting is less work for the same money, so the employees are tempted to reject.

@Wannikea ********

yes it kinda is, unlike in the original game, the holes and spaghetti aren't even clearly defined. 😅

@Max ****

this entire group is set to "public", which is a pretty bad idea IMO, so anyone who decides to spy on you can see what you post. I totally understand the poster.

@Roberto ******

what consulate did you call? The Thai consulate in Frankfurt does not answer calls or emails. And this has been the same with Brasil. The Frankfurt Consulate of Mexico answers the phone 1x per week for 1 hour. You have to ask in person to know when that is.

@Roberto ******

sure, like any consulate answers the phone these days. 😅