I'm in Canada and visit Thailand every year for 6 months and always buy travel insurance in Canada for my time there. So, in the process of getting the OA for this year. I understand we have to buy Thai Insurance now, which is for a year and not nearly as good as the insurance I usually buy...
Has anyone been able to buy insurance in his\her own country and successfully obtain the OA Visa?
Thank you
TLDR : Answer Summary
The post discusses the requirements for obtaining an OA visa for Thailand while currently located in Canada. It highlights the new necessity for Thai health insurance, contrasting it with previously acquired insurance from Canada. Commenters suggest alternatives like the METV visa that allows for longer stays without health insurance requirements and offer insights into the pros and cons of different visa options, including health insurance needs and financial implications. The general consensus in the comments emphasizes the potential hassle and costs associated with obtaining the OA visa versus more straightforward options.
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