Question on applying for Retirement visa in Thailand. Q: on the requirement for $800 k THB in a Thai bank for 2 months prior to visa application, how does one open a Thai bank account without a visa? I'd be there on visa exemption status. TIA

Question please...

We want to do everything properly, so can someone holding Philippines passport come into Thailand for the purpose of 1-month massage class/training on Visa Exemption? Or do we need to apply for TR-60 (Recreation Learning)?

This is what Thai Consulate LA say about Visa Exemption.

"Nationals of the following 93 countries and territories are entitled to Visa Exemption for the purpose of tourism, business engagement, or urgent work or ad-hoc work, for up to 60 days period of stay and can be extended for another period not exceeding 30 days."

They didn't say anything about recreation learning. So we are not sure.

Thank you kindly,

"I'm confused. Recently, Thailand changed the tourist visa duration from 60 days back to 30 days, starting in May 2025. However, when I visited the official Thai E-Visa website and checked the FAQ section under 'Do I need a tourist visa?', I entered my nationality (United States) and my intended stay (60 days). The website responded: 'You can travel to Thailand without a visa for no longer than 60 days.'

Does this mean I can stay in Thailand for 60 days without needing to apply for a visa extension?"

From my search, it looks like U.S. citizens can still stay in Thailand visa-free for up to 60 days. However, Thailand is introducing an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system starting in June 2025, which will require visa-exempt travelers to register before arrival.

Hi everyone, I’m visiting Thailand in August for three weeks on a 60 days visa. I’m planning to visit Laos for about a week during this time and I do realize that I’ll have to apply for an online visa to enter Laos.

My question , after my visit to Laos would I have any issues re-entering Thailand, are there any procedures I’d have to take care of or is it straight forward to re-enter Thailand.

Thanks in advance for any advice.

Planning a 5 month stay in the Kingdom beginning late October and wonder how I can know in advance if I will be allowed a 60 day visa exemption or might be granted only a 30 day exemption.

Hi all , please may I ask some questions: If my kids (Italian passport holders) come back to Thailand, how long can they stay with a Thai E-visa? And what about just entering as a tourist without a visa—how many days can they stay, and can it be extended? If yes, for how long? Thank you ahead for your information 🙏🙏🙏

Hi all please may I ask some questions: If my kids (Italian passport holders) come back to Thailand, how long can they stay with a Thai E-visa? And what about just entering as a tourist without a visa—how many days can they stay, and can it be extended? If yes, for how long? Thanks in advance 🙏

What visa do i apply for if i want to stay 3-4 months from Australia?

Thank you

Hey guys. I can't find definitive answer and it's really annoying as it's nowhere said it can't be done like described below.

Is it okay to go abroad, apply for DTV and come back on visa exemption then wait in Thailand for DTV?

I asked two visa offices and one said "yes, you can come back" and other "no, you must stay abroa until approved". 🫣😅

I read on an common agency website, that if I enter thailand with visa exemption stamp, i can still apply for a marriage visa at the local thai immigration office providing I meet the requirements for the 90 day Non-O visa.

This is confusing as

1. It seems to suggest I have to apply for the Type O visa as I havd to meet the requirements for it.

2. I don’t have the Thai bank account as it cannot be opened without a Type O visa.

Don’t get me wrong, im not getting my hopes up by relying on this route to a marriage visa.

Are my ‘doubts’ correct?