How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

Dec 27, 2024
a month ago
Robert *********
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Can any tell me how to open a bank account?

Can anyone tell me how many times I can enter Thailand without a proper visa?

Can anyone give me the bus timetable from Bangkok to Pattaya?

Can any explain to me how to get a passport/visa/buy land for my new girlfriend?

Can anyone tell one tell me if it will be raining when I arrive in Thailand?

Can anyone tell me what is today’s exhange rate and where’s best to exhange money (no location specified) for a super special rate?

Do let me know if I’ve missed any.
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The post contains a series of questions from an individual seeking advice on various topics related to moving to and living in Thailand, including how to open a bank account, visa regulations, travel information (such as bus timetables), advice regarding relationships, currency exchange options, and more. The comments reflect a mix of serious responses and sarcasm about the nature of the questions, highlighting the complexity of moving to a new country and the need for proper research.
Olwen **********
I have had many of these questions, step by step, I have been looking at government sites, doing the proper research, which is available from reliable sources. not just asking on FB, from random strangers, not trying to be mean, but you are asking to be scammed.
Robert *********
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@Olwen *********
I appreciate your thoughts, it is kind of you to reply to help. I’m afraid this post was me being silly but not entirely earnest
Tony *******
Skip the shortcut, just give it to a bargirl now.
John *********
You forgot "Can anybody in the Bangkok area tell me easily obtainable supplies to remove superglue? I have accidentally glued my right hand to my face and head".
Wietze *********
Nobody understands it is cynical!!!!
Wietze *********
No problem 😇 happy new year 😉
Ralph *******
Wietze *********
@Ralph ******
ach ik haal die 2 termen ook wel eens door elkaar. 😅
Wietze *********
@Ralph ******
yes sorry. English not my mothertongue 😁
Peter **********
@Wietze ********
Sarcasme en sarcasm lijken inderdaad niet erg op elkaar, evenals cynical en cynisch. 🤣
Ralph *******
@Wietze ********
Sorry, I didn’t mean to offend.
Jesper *********
Your girlfriend will be the owner of the house if she leaves you it is her house be careful
Ralph *******
@Jesper ********
This is not a serious post. The author is just making fun of all the typical questions.
Darren **********
How did he ever become an old man? Seems he doesn’t know how to do anything.
Terrence *************
This fella taking the micky out of all ,hahaha
Paul *******
Can I get a SIM card for my phone at the airport?
Robert *********
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@Paul ******
“I have paid $1000 for something called an eSIM because I clicked in an ad without realising. How do I set it up on my Nokia and will it work in Thailand?”
Nigel ***********
Can u tell me if they are nice ladies in thailand, ha
Robert *********
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@Nigel **********
yea we definitely need more of the sexy lady type queries. “What is the best Thai lady name”?
Lanny ***********
Yes the internet can give you the answer to all of those questions. Ya just gotta be smart enough to research it without expecting a two sentence solution on this forum.
Robert *********
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@Lanny **********
disappointed with your advice if I’m honest.
John ******
Have you got a work permit that allows you to ask these questions ???
Paul *******
@John *****
he doesn't need one.

A Thai citizen wouldn't ask these questions
John ******
@Paul ******
have you got a work permit that allows you to say that ??? Otherwise be prepared for a knock on the door.
Bryce *******
Can anyone comment on the most problematic invasive species in Thailand? I'm most interested in insects, but mammals should be listed too. Oh, make the lists are in alphabetical order!
Bryce *******
You have so many questions, which is fine, but I would recommend joining a group that I did called ExpatDen.
Arnold **********
Where is the best place to exchange money,is it at the airport
Robert *********
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@Arnold *********
to be fair this was covered under Q6. Do please keep up.
Ricky ********
Can anyone tell me how to tell if its a Ldyboy🤣🤣 or do i just take one for the team
David **********
@Ricky *******
Here is a video about Filipina Lady Boys Fighting with Thailand Lady Boys in Thailand. Territorial dispute!
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Can't we all just get along.
Tim *********
@Ricky *******
Easiest way is to ask, of course. They're very proud of who they are
David **********
@Tim ********
Yes I was told the same thing. Just ask. They don’t want someone who doesn’t want them as a ladyboy.
Ricky ********
@David *********
last time i was there it was the grip that gave it away 😁when they tried to grab me ..... nothing else
David **********
@Ricky *******
You’re hilarious 😂
Robert *********
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@Ricky *******
old skool Q! Nice.
Dinesh *****
Best one is about the rain when he gets here
Bill *******
Youarr doomed. May as well exchange at the airport then tell you girlfriend to hold on to it for you. Opening a bank account, try going to yhe bank
Robert *********
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@Bill ******
would it be very rude to recommend that you buy some new reading glasses?
Vic *******
Can somebody tell how to look things up online 🙈🙈
Brent ********
I can tell you how to get off the gear!!
Sophie *********
Maybe this page isn't the one for you.
Geoff ***********
Can anyone tell me what happened in Robert’s life to make him such a sad sack?
Ted ********
Grow up!
Paul *******
does my girlfriends brother have to pay for his hospital treatment?
Paul *******
Can I get by on $10,000 USD per month?
Michael *********
@Paul ******
yeah! 😃
Robert *********
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@Paul ******
Lovely thank you. Alt: "...does it have to be B800,000 as my ex girlfriend took all my savings..."
Paul *******
@Robert ********
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

you'd be very lucky if it was just 800,000 baht
Bas *****
Do they have ATMs in Thailand?
Robert *********
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@Bas ****
I prefer the "...how can I avoid paying ATM fees" based questions. But fair enough, many thanks
Bas *****
@Robert ********
so you are herewith insinuating that they have ATMs? Or should I bring traveler cheques?
Robert *********
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@Bas ****
so yes, best to bring many travellers cheques. in Lira
Robert *********
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@Bas ****
I'm insinuating that Thai bank ATM fees for foreign cards (@$6.50 per transaction) are the highest I have encountered anywhere. But there's little escape (over-the-counter cash withdrawals charge about the same) unless you have a local bank card - see Q1!
Andre *********
Can anybody tell you how to use GOOGLE!!!
James *******
@Andre ********
Yahoo it.
James *******
Do I have to do a 90 day report on a DTV? i'm thinking about moving from Phuket to Hua Hin, what are the pros and cons and where should I live?
Robert *********
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@James ******
yes! immigration based stuff is a rich seam. In particular, the colour of pen ink that may be used.
Roy ********
😂😂😂
Ace ******
"Why isn't Thailand spelled THIGHland?"
Ace ******
"Why is the sky blue?"

"Where are my shoes im certain I put them on when i left home?"
Ace ******
You forgot:

"Please tell me how much the girls charge for a night!"
Gordon *******
@Ace *****
Correct
Mark **********
Don’t forget the broke, 25 and ready to throw it all away and move to Thailand to work at a bar
Robert *********
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@Mark *********
yes indeed, I very much miss the ‘how much does a bar cost to buy’ posts. You don’t see so much of these anymore.
Mark **********
@Robert ********
something tells me we will still never run out of places to drink 🤣
Dennis ***********
I am the friend,he doesn’t know sweet f-al
Scott *********
Is it safe to eat the street food
Ace ******
@Scott ********
or street meat, for that matter
Robert *********
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@Scott ********
nice one & ‘what is the cheapest toasted sandwich in 7-11?’
Dave *********
You forgot to ask if anyone can wipe your arse for you too 🤷🏽‍♂️😂😂
Ronnie ***********
Bro, seems you've ascended the group. Why are you still here subjecting yourself to your own emotional conflict
Don ********
There are agencies that can help you if you are having difficulties.
Frank **********
You are joking, right?
Craig *******
How long is a piece of string?
Carlos *********
I want to bring my pet giraffe as a service animal, do I need any papers?
Von ******
@Robert ********
, you left off … does the Ferry ⛴️ still go to Hua Hin ???
Robert *********
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@Von *****
of course! What a fool I feel.
John ********
You may certainly discover miracles..
David *******
Can you tell me where to find the cheapest glue in thailand lol
Brook ********
Maybe you should write well written FAQ once, then just link to it every time the question is reposted?
Steven *******
@Brook *******
Unfortunately, the people that are too lazy to do some research are too lazy to read FAQs.
Kevin *******
Where can I use a washroom 😎
Kevin *******
If you google those questions and put in the work, there’s lots of reading to do🥳
Gordon *******
The lady says I have to build a house in the village,buy her a new car and scooter.

All Falangs do for their lady,is that true?
Mark *********
@Gordon ******
Well, yes,but I think the lady would agree the buffalo's needs must always come first, meaning the buffalo outdoors.
Braulio *********
555
Ray ******
I’m 89 - do you think my 21 year old Thai girlfriend really loves me? She insisted that we go coffin shopping yesterday and bought me a really comfy one
Robert *********
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@Ray *****
this is too specific a question with yes/no answer, so sorry doesn’t make the list.
Marky *******
You're a funny clever man lol.. we could start a DUMB QUESTION poll ?
Benny ***********
Stay Home
Paul ********
What time does the Hua Hin to Pattaya Ferry ⛴️ leave Hua Hin?
Robert *********
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@Paul *******
I will add this immediately
Arnold **********
@Robert ********
you will be waiting soon time
Paul ********
Ralph *******
I find it funny how many people have taken this post seriously🤣
Ross ************
Can you sing the Thai national anthem? It's 30% of the requirements necessary to enter Thailand.

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Bryce *******
@Ross ***********
Sure! Like a F'n diva! 😂
Hoffman ******
Gezz you want to know much . How about the weather you want to know that
Robert *********
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@Hoffman *****
yes I have asked about the weather; it fulls under Q5. Do please pay attention to the details.
Martyn ***********
Bank account.. See an agent.
Martyn ***********
One thing at a time matey... Start by searching the group, most of these are asked dozens if times...
Randy ******
Do I have to pay taxes in 2025?
Lisa ****************
What else is this group for, if not to ask questions?
Bill **********
Can anyone tell if I am taking the piss ?
Tim *********
Can anyone tell me why there are so many miserable farangs in Pattaya? And how many times do I have to tell you, it's not a visa it's an (extention of an) entry stamp 🤔😉
Bob **********
Your in a world of shite 😎😎😎you don’t seem to know much about Thailand yet your have a GIRLFRIEND???
Robert *********
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@Bob *********
Thailand is wonderful in that way isn’t it?
Bob **********
@Robert ********
it is as long as you understand what’s going on if you know you shouldn’t get hurt to bad good luck
Dan *************
Any nice beach to swim around HH??
Arnold **********
@Dan ************
is there any good beaches close to Chiang Mai
Mark ********
Should i be allowed to holiday in thailand or should i stay in my safe zone?
Kǎisǎ **********
The fact that you took the time to make this so that you can feel superior is hilarious.
Robert *********
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@Kǎisǎ *********
what a fool I now feel.
Kǎisǎ **********
I am sure you are immune to self-honesty.
Joseph *******
The name of this group is Thai Visa Advice. If you’re over people asking questions, perhaps it’s time to leave the group.
Arnold **********
@Joseph ******
the questions are nothing to do with visas
Andy ********
Sure, put your feet up and grab a coffee while everyone runs round after you. All that info is readily available
Robert *********
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@Andy *******
I’m now on my 3rd coffee and I have to say the quality of replies here has been underwhelming to say the least.
Rob **********
Spot on. The Lazy tourists
Tim *********
I want a 3 story condo with private pool, free transport, 24 hour maid service, it has to be completely silent when I decide I want to sleep. My budget is 5k a month
Steven *******
Can I rent a motorbike without an IDP?
Michael ********
You forgot about when will ETA start
Robert *********
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@Michael *******
yes there does appear to be a strange fascination with ETAs.
Peter **********
Can anyone tell me if the year in Thailand starts on 1 January?

Do I pay taxes when I use a Wise card?

Can I use a foreign credit card in a Thai ATM?

Where can I rent a scooter in Thailand?
Robert *********
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@Peter *********
excellent contributions. Thank you.
Peter **********
@Robert ********
You’re welcome. Love your post! ❤️
Steven *******
Can you get vegetarian food in Thailand?
Dave *********
@Steven ******
No. Every meal contains pork.
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Where’s the best Breakfast Place in Pattaya?
Robert *********
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@ ***
the best ENGLISH breakfast place in Pattaya surely?
Tim *********
How much should I spend on rent ?

What area should I live in?
Steven *******
Is Thailand safe?
Sue **********
I bet you‘re asking for a friend 😉
Patrick **********
can you tell me how i can make alot of money

can you tell me how i can be happy

can you tell me where i can buy a maybach 2024

can you tell me where i can buy a super luxury villa with 100 bedrooms and 200 bathrooms with 3000 hectare

😂😅🧐🤦🏽‍♂️
Robert *********
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@Patrick *********
maybech? these are higher level type questions. There must surely be a niche group for such?
Patrick **********
Robert *********
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@Patrick *********
that is immensely helpful. Thank you so much
Steven *******
How much money is a taxi from the airport (unnamed) to town (unnamed).
Robert *********
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@Steven ******
the unspecified locations are key here.
Steven ******
Do you really need a return flight?
Christopher ***********
@Steven *****
I’ve been visiting Thailand several times per year since 1960 and never been asked to show a return ticket! Don’t worry about it, it’s a myth!
Robert *********
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@Christopher **********
this will be added!

& I will mix things up a bit by specifying an obscure airport too. Excellent work, thanks.
Steven ******
@Robert ********
whatever you do, when you refer to your holiday destination please just state Thailand and not the actual area you're planning to stay.
Robert *********
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@Steven *****
naturellement!
Steven ******
@Christopher **********
I was just joining in with the OP. I actually get asked this question everytime I fly from Libya to Thailand. I also have to show the people at the airport proof of a visa or the website that shows I can enter on under the visa exemption.
Christopher ***********
@Steven *****
Thai Airways are keen as are Air Europa. Others vary. My own experience of course!
Steven ******
@Christopher **********
I fly with Turkish Airlines but I think its more of a Libya thing than a Turkish Airlines thing. They are trying to show that the airport in Tripoli is responsible and that it has a high level of safety so they can get more direct flights in and out. I've never been asked when flying from the UK.
Arnold **********
Is February 30th the safest day to travel to Thailand 🇹🇭
Robert *********
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@Arnold *********
yes indeed, ‘will I be safe’ type questions do pop up quite a lot under ‘visa advice’! Which is a safety issue in itself I would infer.
Steven *******
What’s the best restaurant (no location specified)?
Steven *******
Are credit cards accepted everywhere?
Arnold **********
Where do you find the best fish and chips
Robert *********
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@Arnold *********
/English breakfast. Great contribution thanks .
Steven *******
How much money should we bring?
Steven *******
What beach can I go to where there are no tourists?
Philip *******
@Steven ******
and will there be sharks 25th next month
Steven *******
@Philip ******
or jellyfish or sand fleas
Robert *********
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Steven *******
@Robert ********
Real question I’ve seen more than once.
Steven *******
What’s the weather going to be in 2 months?
Robert *********
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@Steven ******
to be fair this is covered under “…will it be raining when I arrive (no date provided)”
John *****
How much is the BF?
Tim *********
Should be posted by anonymous
Robert *********
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@Tim ********
yes of course! That would be the classic post: “Can anyone tell me how to move to Thailand and get a job and wife.” Anonymous
David **********
Any other questions. You’re asking for the Encyclopedia Britanica of answers to Thailand.

You seriously think you can get a quality answers from Facebook regarding all that in one post?

Write each question at the top of a single piece of paper and start doing some homework.

Moving to Thailands not a walk in the park or a one and done answer to everything.
David **********
@David *********
oh you are a special one aren't you. No ability to detect sarcasm at all!
Robert *********
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@David *********
that is very disappointing. Could you at least some research on my behalf and provide me with the various options.
John *******
@David *********
I think this is a sarcastic post
Henry *********
@John ******
Lowest firm of wit
David **********
@John ******
You think
Joey ***********
@David *********
obviously it is.
Ralph *******
How much money will I need for a two week holiday in Thailand?
Bill *******
@Ralph ******
sounds like you sre hoing to need alot
Robert *********
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@Ralph ******
yes the classic!
David *********
Cheapest but the best taxi from the airport, which airport is anyone’s guess
Bill *******
@David ********
its guys like this thst make us all look bad
William *********
@David ********
They want 1000 baht. is that too much?
David *********
@William ********
too much I’ll have to make a post asking if any stranger wants to share it with me
William *********
@David ********
good idea. Just need room for 6 large suitcases and a wife and two kids
Robert *********
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@David ********
I’m keeping all my options open for now. Might be Vietnam
Robin *******
My only advice is don’t buy the land for the new girlfriend
Robin *******
It’s a wind up
Robert *********
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@Robin ******
yes indeed, the wind conditions are important too. Will add to the list.
Floyd **********
Don’t forget to ask Where are the best and cheapest hotels 😛
Robert *********
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@Floyd *********
of course, across all of Thailand. No budget set. Will add this to my list
Brad *******
Best post ever 🤪
Phil ******
@Robert ********
if you have entered on a 60-day Visa Exempt then you will need an agent. Tru
@Mots *********
or
@Tik ************************
in Pattaya.

Now to answer your 2nd question as long as immigration allow you to enter Thailand

The rest of your questions are up to you mister
Thet ***********
For the last question,
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this link will help.
John *****
Can you tell me the air quality?
Robert *********
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@John ****
will add that to the list. Thanks
Brian *********
Post this as an faq of sorts and keep it revised so people can point to it and move on. 👌
Brandon ************
@Brian ********
we have multiple post stickied to the top of the group that answer many common questions but that doesn't prevent those same questions from being posted multiple times per week.
Brian *********
@Brandon ***********
I was not clear. FB doesn’t make repeat questions an easy reference item. I was thinking along the lines of a downloadable document in the files area called FAQ that can be revised regularly and pointed to when people ask the same stuff repeatedly. 🤷‍♂️
Jason ******
Can you be more specific and give more details ,is it visa run or border bounce 😂😂😂🍻
Michael *********
Google it
Jay *******
@Michael ********
lol it’s a fairly question for a group called “Thailand Visa Advice” although this guy appears to be asking too damn much
Dinesh *****
@Jay ******
haha so many questions
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