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What are the implications of the recent changes to visa policies in Thailand for expats?

Aug 8, 2023
3 years ago
Frank **********
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Found this article. Take it for what it's worth.
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The discussion centers around recent articles and comments regarding changes in Thailand's visa policies, notably the potential end of retirement visas and the rise of elite visas. Participants express concerns about how these changes may affect foreign residents, particularly in light of broader governance issues in Thailand. There is skepticism about the government's intentions and the future of expats in Thailand.
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Steve **********
Have watched this 'elite' visa evolve over last 2 decades. ......nuff said.

Before any more visa, schemes, Thailand needs a govt. It's shown democracy isn't acceptable by the military, although the people thought otherwise.

Somethings in the works, would love to be a fly on wall for this week's meetings in Cambodia.

Do you think the word ' pardon ' came up ?
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เตเต้ ******
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same as always it’ll only be “talked” about. People (Thai and otherwise) don’t even understand how the law works in relation to any pardon here because the entire subject-matter is used solely as propaganda. He first has to be remanded to the state in custody and deal with the charges that don’t require statute of limitations before he can even be considered for a royal pardon. His best chance was when his sister had “some” influence. He’ll never set foot on Thai soil unless they literally change MANY laws including amnesty provisions.
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Steve **********
@เตเต้ *****
your talking Constitutional / Monarchial Govt.

' Move Forward ' exit, reverts back to Monarchy.

No laws but Kings apply he and family will be pardoned.

Noone will ever Have Q les majeste again.

just personal obser.
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Steve **********
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it will be a Royal Pardon ( family plan ) once surrendered.

Don't know how many pardons come in 'family pack.'
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Paul *******
Ok, so they're basically saying there won't be any more retirement visas and they're going to drive out most expats??
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@Frank *********
Indeed, I do believe big joke doesn't like to "joke around" when it comes to visa matters.
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Zoe ******
@Paul ******
what is the meaning of "big joke"? i haven't heard that term anyway else but in this form.
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Frank **********
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@Zoe *****
he is a person I believe that holds a very high office in Immigration that has a lot of input about visa requirements and such.
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@Paul ******
this is speculation right now but since the person behind these requirements is high up the food chain it could happen. Also you need to consider the new government hasn't taken over yet.
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Jo **********
good article
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เตเต้ ******
2-3k subs until 2 years ago? Immediately jumps to 30k and now they plan to increase.

Sounds about right.

I don’t get why the problem with ed/vol visas if they’re legit.
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@เตเต้ *****
Me either. If they're legit, then that shouldn't hold someone back
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