This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.
Mar 29, 2025
2 days ago
Jeff **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
This is how a building collapses upon itself. The vertical supports gave way in the top of building. Praying for survivors and anyone that was inside the building.
Mar 29, 2025
2 days ago
Jack ****************
ORIGINAL POSTER
Are plains still landing at bkk?

EDIT: I had a typo in the original posts and all of the "no plans in Thailand" jokes got boring. So, lets see what fun you can have now. I hope the jokes are... intricate.
Mar 28, 2025
2 days ago
David ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
For retirement visa can you just show that you receive at least the minimum amount of income each month instead of having 800,000 in the bank?
Mar 28, 2025
2 days ago
Hermann *********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hello everyone I need a good service agency in Bangkok to apply for a Schengen visa for my Thai girlfriend.

-------------

Hallo zusammen ich benötige eine gute Serviceagentur in Bangkok um ein Schengenvisa für meine thailändische Freundin zu beantragen.
Mar 28, 2025
2 days ago
Amanda ******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Is there anyone get the DTV VISA from Thai language school ? Should get the soft document from school if extend the VISA in Thailand ? Or if you out of Thailand and re-entry, still prepare the new soft document and bank statement ?
Mar 28, 2025
2 days ago
Giovanni *************
ORIGINAL POSTER
"Dear all, I would like to ask for clarification regarding the financial requirements for the DTV Visa. If a bank account meets the required balance of over 500,000 THB but is a joint account with another person, does this affect the application? Could it be a reason for rejection? Thank you in advance for your help!"
Mar 28, 2025
2 days ago
Good morning. I am looking to apply for the DTV from the UK using soft power either culinary or muy Thai. I’ve read on here that it’s better to apply sooner rather than later even though I don’t intend to come out until later this year. I am coming for a short holiday next month though so should I apply for DTV in time for that or come out on a 60 day tourist visa? I Have everything I need for the DTV apart from the course. I’m just not sure how the course part works if I don’t plan to start it until October. I know that the visa is 5 years and there is no requirement to arrive by any particular time but since I have to submit course documents would the embassy question why I am applying now for a course that starts later this year? Plus also coming out next month for a 2 week stay?
Mar 28, 2025
2 days ago
Me and my significant other aim to move to Thailand in a few months. We make music full time which makes around 7k a month gross, though we are considering doing a soft power (we don't officially run a registered business, very DIY). We have always shared funds from my account. Since we are self employed and share funds, what is the best course of action for obtaining a DTV for both of us?

We have the 500k baht each and make a good amount to our (my) main account, so not really a money issue - maybe just in the wrong places. Is there a monthly requirement for how much she should be making a month? What are the exact requirements for a soft power as far as income and documentation? Should we apply in the USA beforehand or try from Vietnam like many have suggested?

I'm mainly just looking for overall advice to our unique situation, and a general best course of action. Any advice is appreciated.
Mar 28, 2025
2 days ago
Is it better to keep funds in a Thai bank or something like Wise for the DTV application? Specifically looking to apply in Manila or Jakarta
Mar 28, 2025
2 days ago
I don't make much from freelancing and I have two freelancing jobs. One is designing (which allows me to provide an online portfolio) and one is tutoring (which is where my limited income comes from, and my invoices relate to).

Will it likely complicate things too much if I present myself as having both of these freelancing jobs?

It's the only real way I can show income and also a portfolio