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May 23, 2025
2 months ago
Cait *********
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Hey folks! For those who don't fit the criteria for DTV but want to stay a few months, is there an option for 6-month tourist visa? I've heard of this and it feels like an urban legend because I'm not sure I know anyone who has actually gotten it (maybe I don't know anyone who has applied for it). If yes, which countries can successfully get a 6-month tourist visa? Thanks!
May 23, 2025
2 months ago
Good afternoon everyone! I would like to do a 90 day report but confused if my visa started from the day they gave me that new 18 day “under consideration stamp” or the day they actually stamped my passport with the extension. Thank you so much in advance!
May 23, 2025
2 months ago
John *********
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My wife of 23 years (from Buriram) has been in the UK with me for 22 years and also UK paasport holder as well as Thai passport holder.

In July I start the application for Non-O visa but not sure which option to select on the E-Visa website. I’m not so clever with computer stuff.

As we have marriage certificates all in Thai as we were married in Bangkok, this is OK as we will be extending the Non-O based on marriage whilst in Thailand?

Not sure what other paperwork I need. The money will be in the Thai bank which i will open first day I land.

But applying for the Type-O is the first step and need to get it right!

Any help much appreciated m.
May 23, 2025
2 months ago
Manda *******
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Question about switching international schools while on Non-Ed student and Non-O guardian visas:

My child and I currently have a Non-ED and Non-O guardian visa, and we are on our first 1 year extension now. We are thinking of moving to a different international school in another province in Thailand for the next school year. Can I just get the documentation from the new school showing that my child has been accepted and we’ve paid the new school fees and “update” our existing visas (since the school switch would take place before the next 1 year renewal) to reflect the new school information and our new address or would we have to start over from scratch, from outside Thailand?

Thank you for any guidance you can provide.
May 23, 2025
2 months ago
Jane **********
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Hello.

I'm moving back into Bangkok from Nonthaburi. I know I can file my own TM30 in Bkk, but how does that affect obtaining my non O visa extension? What would be required documents?

Or is it only possible with landlord's paperwork.

I'm looking to rent an apartment, not condo, and many don't want to file TM30.
May 23, 2025
2 months ago
Simon *********
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I've asked this on the Wise thailand group and a few people recommend I as here so...

I was on an Elite visa for the past 5 years. It's just expired and I want to switch to a Retirement visa.

I have a UK passport, I'm over 50 and receive a monthly pension over the 65,000bht requirement, so it should be easy... Not

The local immigration and local agents all insist I need a proof of income certificate from my embassy... They know the British Embassy do not provide this...

Local immigration will not accept pension payslips and bank statements as proof of income... (Funny that the tax man does)

Any UK retirees that use pension income as grounds for retirement visa and extensions, without the embassy certificate and withou using an agent, how and where?

Im finding it very f*&#@n annoying, that I fulfill the legal requirements, but Im being forced to obtain the visa through an agent
May 23, 2025
2 months ago
Hi everyone, I’d truly appreciate the group’s help.

I submitted DTV applications for my wife and kids (as dependents) at the Thai Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City 21 days ago (I already hold a DTV visa as a remote worker).

After 5 days, their applications changed to “Pending Approval”, and they’ve been stuck there for more than 2 weeks.

I’ve tried calling the consulate (no answer) and sent emails (no reply).

Does anyone know how to expedite this process? Or can anyone recommend an agent who has a direct line to the consulate?

Thanks so much in advance!
May 23, 2025
2 months ago
Both myself and my wife got the DTV in the last 2 months. Both of us used our Brokerage statements rather than a checking or savings accounts. I hear alot of misinformation here so I figured this may help somebody.

Both of us went through the DC Thai consulate and submitted Schwab Brokerage statements. She had around 50K USD in the S&P500 (VOO/SPLG) and I have around 150k in the same.

No idea if crypto or random sketchy stocks would work like GME.
May 23, 2025
2 months ago
Donetta ********
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DTV approved through the LA consulate 🎉🎉🎉

Here’s my timeline in case it helps anyone:

• Applied: April 27

• Got a request for more docs: May 12

• Submitted additional docs: May 13

• Visa approved: May 22

They asked me for a company profile and business portfolio, so if you’re applying as a freelancer, definitely have those ready ahead of time to avoid back and forth.

Happy to answer any questions or share what I included in my uploads if y’all need help 🫶🏾
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