Thank you for the polite detailed advice on timing of non-o visa.

I learn that once granted, have 90 days to arrive, when visa converted into a 90 day stay permit.

Then in that 90 day stay must open bank account, and transfer 800k baht. And then apply for 1 year extension?

Next questions:

1. When is best time in this time sequence to lease apartment?, and can do 12 month lease or only 90 days? And get ??30 form?

2 when is health insurance required?, and recommended insurance?

3. Does riding scooter require international license or must get local license?

4.what is usually utility cost per month (electricity, water?)

Thank you

has anyone used Padang Besar border crossing in malaysia with Dtv successfully? I’m especially interested in knowing if same day returns are ok.

Hi everyone,

I’m arriving in Thailand with a Non-Immigrant O visa (90 days), and I have a quick question:

Will I be required to show an onward/exit ticket when entering Thailand.

I’m planning to apply for a 1-year extension while staying in Thailand, so I don’t currently have a return ticket.

Would appreciate any recent experiences or advice. Thanks!

I am coming from the US to Thailand and will get the senior retirement visa. Which is for one year I understand. Can I come and go and do a little traveling in the area out of the country within that one year visa. Or do I have to remain in Thailand the entire time?

Hello, I am trying to extend my DTV visa and they are requiring a letter from the ministry of education. My muay thai gym is unsure how to obtain this form. Does anyone have advice? Thank you ka. 🙏☀️

Has anyone had their spouse denied a DTV when applying based on the primary applicant’s approved DTV? If so, what was the reason?

Is Tricare US Military Medical Insurance accepted for OA Visa?

Are there any US Military Retirees who recently applied and received the OA Visa? I need to confirm if Tricare Insurance is accepted, based on the requirements for the OA Visa of 300,000 THB or $100k per policy year. Would love hear back from my fellow retiree’s. Thanks

Hi everyone,

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Thanks everyone for the insights, it’s really appreciated.

For us, it’s not about needing the income, I genuinely enjoy grooming and would love the opportunity to share that skill, help train people, and give others a pathway into it.

Also, just a gentle note, while most comments have been helpful, a few have come across very rude. We’re simply asking questions and learning, so kindness goes a long way ⭐️

We’re starting to plan a semi-retirement move to Thailand and currently own a dog grooming business.

I’ve noticed there are a few boarding kennels around, but I’m curious about the demand for grooming services and do you think it’s something that’s needed? Would really appreciate any local insight or experiences 😊🐾

With DTV, do we have to do the 90 day notifications to the immigration?

I just found out something yesterday. You have to report to immigration where your staying even on a 30 day holiday.

If you stay at a resort all the time then the hotel records your stay so dont have to do anything. But if like me I'm staying at our home the landlord or my wife has to give you a TM30 or register that your staying there.