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What is the best way to get an inexpensive Thai phone number for my LTR Visa stamp?
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My agent has requested that I obtain a Thai phone number to obtain my LTR Visa stamp at the BOI. I am hoping for an inexpensive way to obtain a Thai number, as my current U.S. service will remain my primary phone plan. Google has provided many options, but most require relativeley expensive plans. Can anyone please recommend a service or app for an inexpensive Thai phone number (or one that had a reasonably priced plan)? Thank you for the helpful information in advance!!!
Answer summary
The original poster is seeking inexpensive options to obtain a Thai phone number for their LTR visa application, while maintaining their primary phone plan from the U.S. Several commenters recommend various inexpensive solutions, such as getting a prepaid SIM card from providers like AIS or True, with costs as low as 50 baht for the card and minimal monthly top-ups. Suggestions include specific plans with these providers, all noted as affordable compared to U.S. phone plans.
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Matts *************
You don’t need a plan.
Just get a prepaid number and top it up with 10 baht every month.
Just get a prepaid number and top it up with 10 baht every month.
Steve **********
I have AIS postpaid and it’s under 400 baht a month.
Tom **********
OP@Steve *********
Thanks Steve!!Miguel ***********
I have a phone with virtual esims, I have my US number and my True service Thai number. I am able to send and receive calls and text messages from anywhere without issue. When I am in Thailand, I use my Thai number as Primary and US number as secondary and all calls and text messages come through, When I am in the US, I simple reverse the roles. No issues. I went to a True store and they have many plans.
Tom **********
OP@Miguel **********
Thanks for the detailed and helpful information!!Miguel ***********
@Tom *********
It seems daunting when you first arrive in country, but everything gets easier as you live here longer. Please feel free to reach out for any info or coffee. I am on a retirement visa, but may change to wealthy pensioner LTV next year. I actually need to see what Visa will allow me to tutor english, computers and guitar\bass lessons.Steve ***************
I use DTAC, you can get a 12-month data only plan for peanuts. Works great for Thai banking Apps, fee free cardless ATM withdrawals from Thai bank accounts. Streaming services. Social media accounts and trading platforms. Be sure to link your Thai SIM to your passport for identification purposes.
Tom **********
OP@Steve **************
Very helpful information Steve- thanks!!!Steve ***************
@Tom *********
if you link your Thai number to streaming accounts, the monthly cost of services like Netflix is a fraction of what they charge in AmericaTom **********
OP@Steve **************
Respectful thanks!!!
Ant ***********
If you are here long term
AIS has a 12 mth plan
2500 baht one payment
Unlimited data
4mbps
AIS has a 12 mth plan
2500 baht one payment
Unlimited data
4mbps
Tom **********
OP@Ant **********
The info on the plan is helpful- thank you!
Tore *********
@Tom *********
net marathon
Dave *********
I use true unlimited sim when here esay to set up and use
Lee ****
Go get a prepaid sim card with any service provider and register in yr name.
(Ais or True)
Card is 50 baht and top up another 50 baht to get yr name register.The number will be yr permanent number if you just top up every niw and then. simple as ABC.
(Ais or True)
Card is 50 baht and top up another 50 baht to get yr name register.The number will be yr permanent number if you just top up every niw and then. simple as ABC.
Tom **********
OP@Lee ***
Thank you for the helpful information!!Lee ****
@Tom *********
the receipt you get when you top up will be the one agent needs.
Tony **********
All phone plans here are cheap relative to the usa. Suggest you go to an AIS store and buy an annual pre paid package for data only and just top up every once in a while with ฿100 for calls and txt.
Joe **********
one year unlimited plan at AIS about 1850 baht, it works good, but only like 1Mbps
Tom **********
OP@Tony *********
Thanks Tony!
Brad ************
Is 300 thb per month out of your budget?
Ter ******
@Tom *********
go to any mall: AIS or TrueTom **********
OP@Ter *****
Thank you!Ter ******
@Tom *********
bring your passport u will need it to get the proper sim cardTer ******
@Brad ***********
seriously, every plan is so affordable especially compared to US carriersTom **********
OP@Brad ***********
That price is fine. Please let me know the provider. Thank you 🙏
Gerg **********
You qualify and can afford an agent for an LTR visa but are worried about the cost of a phone line? Allllrighty then!
Tim *********
@Gerg *********
and this is exactly why they make the rules. So some money remains in Thailand!
Peter *********
@Gerg *********
thought the same lol 😆Activity
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