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Apr 2, 2025
2 days ago
Chris ******
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Hopefully some one can give reliable advice on here I'm back in England I split from my Thai wife 10 years ago there is no communication between us now I want to know how can I get information to find if I am still married or not I haven't a clue where the office was in Bangkok where marriage was registered so going to that place is a no I've no paperwork for the marriage registration I've basically only the date I got married I just want to know if I'm legally married still or not best place to contact if anyone can give advice appreciated
Apr 2, 2025
2 days ago
Matthew ********
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I sent a 90 day report by registered post on 12 March enclosing all documents listed on the immigration website and a stamped addressed envelope. I sent it to the address stated on the website. On the Thai Post tracking website it says it was delivered to Laksi post office. I sent it over a week before the due date. I haven't received anything back yet and the reporting window has passed. I tried phoning the numbers on the website but the 1178 one just says sorry all our agents are busy please call back later before hanging up and the other one says "for English press 1" and then starts talking in Thai and hangs up. I sent an email but no reply. Of course, the obvious solution is to slog it up to Chaengwattana but the whole point of doing it by post was to avoid that. Any suggestions? This was the first 90 day report at this address, this passport and this entry.
Apr 2, 2025
2 days ago
Shane *********
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Hello everyone, I’m hoping to get some clarification about the financial requirements when applying for the DTV.

Myself, my fiancé and two children all arrived in Thailand about four weeks ago, we absolutely fell in love and are considering the idea of staying long-term, up to one year at least.

We want to follow the rules and remain in compliance, and according to what I have learned about the financial requirements for the DTV, the only thing that remains unclear, is whether or not simply having money sitting in a personal checking or savings account will suffice, or is the Thai government Looking for regular income being deposited into those accounts?

I have reached out to a handful of Visa agents, and cannot seem to get a clear answer on this particular question. Hoping to get some insight or feedback from anyone here, thank you in advance 🙏🏼😊
Apr 1, 2025
3 days ago
Sherry *****
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So I have a retirement visa and recently left the country. I asked agent about reentry form upon my exit and she said I do not need one. When I returned I could only get 60 day tourist visa. Does this mean I need a new retirement visa? Do I have any options?
Apr 1, 2025
3 days ago
Ian ********
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I was just told in the TDAC starting 1st of May in the place of residence column, Thailand is not an option? So what is everyone living here supposed to put?
Apr 1, 2025
3 days ago
Bogdan *******
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Has anyone entered the country via a land border on a DTV visa for the first time (aka "activating" the visa from via a land border)? I was wondering is it's hassle free, or one has to enter the Kingdom via air to have it activated for the first time. Thanks!
Mar 31, 2025
3 days ago
Hello, I applied for DTV in HCMC under remote work. I was on opening approval status for 5 working days and today it went back to pending document check status again. And they are not requesting anything from me.

What is to be expected in this type of situation?
Mar 31, 2025
4 days ago
Natalie ***********
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Hi, I'm looking for a reliable agent who can help me prolong my work permit and non-B (they are tied to the company I work for, which is willing to help with preparing all the necessary documents). Please connect me with the right person. Thank you!
Mar 30, 2025
5 days ago
Visa application cancelled. Applied in Jakarta. Email says wrong type of travel document chosen. Not sure what that means, I chose "Ordinary Passport". What a waste of money haha 🥲
Mar 30, 2025
5 days ago
Jessica ****
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Does anyone have experience with the DTV visa request in Jakarta? How long did it take?
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