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QUESTIONS

Is it true that a retirement visa is canceled if you are out of Thailand for over three months?

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8 years ago

COMMENTS

Is the visa application process at the Savannakhet Consulate the same as at the Vientiane Consulate in Laos?

Cheryl **********

Google says, You're Welcome 😊

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Is the visa application process at the Savannakhet Consulate the same as at the Vientiane Consulate in Laos?

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Is the visa application process at the Savannakhet Consulate the same as at the Vientiane Consulate in Laos?

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in my experience, Savannakhet is not as busy, everyone is more relaxed.

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Is it true that a retirement visa is canceled if you are out of Thailand for over three months?

Cheryl **********

thanks everyone! i didn't think there was such a rule. thanks for the confirmation

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What are the risks of overstaying a visa in Thailand?

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On the Surat Thani immigration website they have a rogue's gallery -- pictures of happy IOs and the people they've arrested (faces covered). Many are for overstay. Google Translate helped me to find out that there are people overstaying by years and years.

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Do I need to transfer my tourist visa to my new passport before leaving Thailand?

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No, the US Embassy didn't know about that. I didn't actually get the Non-O until five months later, as I had some travel planned out of the country, and decided to wait until I returned from that.

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Do I need to transfer my tourist visa to my new passport before leaving Thailand?

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Yes, tourist visa at that time. Got the new passport in prep for Over 50 Extension of Stay, as I only had 13 months left before passport expired.

Come to think of it, a friend did something in Samui that was free service, maybe Change of Address, and also got charged 500 baht. 😒

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Do I need to transfer my tourist visa to my new passport before leaving Thailand?

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Seriously? The US Embassy told me to do this and gave me a letter for immigration, so I went to Samui and they transferred it and charged me 500 baht! Grr.

(this was a year ago so i'm over it) 😂

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Can I extend my Thailand visa before it expires or do I have to wait until the last day?

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If Samui is busy, they may turn you away and tell you to come back at 7 days before expiration.

It's high season, so Samui is busy, especially Mondays and Fridays.

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Can you obtain a work permit in Bangkok with a Non-O retirement visa?

Cheryl **********

ok, thanks! just to clarify if I read your post correctly, it is not strictly forbidden by labor rules, but generally denied?

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What should I do if my TM30 date doesn't match my residency certificate application at Jomtien Immigration?

74 comments

4 days ago

What advice is there for obtaining a Non-O visa extension in Thailand?

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11 days ago

What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?

194 comments

12 days ago

Why is it now recommended to obtain a Non-O visa before arriving in Thailand instead of applying in-country?

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14 days ago

What are the consequences of overstaying a visa in Thailand for one year?

323 comments

a month ago

Why are one-way flights from Bangkok to LAX priced around $1000?

478 comments

a month ago

What alternatives to Bangkok Bank do expats recommend for banking in Thailand?

155 comments

a month ago

What are the tax implications for depositing a UK pension into a Thai bank?

180 comments

a month ago

Do I need a visa to visit Thailand for 12 days as a first-time visitor?

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a month ago

What are the current requirements for a Non-O Marriage visa extension in Thailand?

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a month ago

What is the experience of applying for a Non-O Immigrant Visa based on Retirement in Thailand?

56 comments

a month ago

What are the implications of Wise launching services in Thailand for expats and digital nomads?

149 comments

a month ago

What are the current visa-exempt entry rules for Thailand and how do they affect tourists?

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a month ago

Is $2,800 USD per month enough for a couple to retire comfortably in Chiang Mai, Thailand?

428 comments

a month ago

Has the visa exemption rule in Thailand changed from 60 to 30 days?

203 comments

a month ago

Why does Bangkok Bank frequently lock expat accounts without notice?

240 comments

a month ago

Can you apply for a retirement visa in Thailand without having 800,000 baht?

318 comments

a month ago

How long does it take to apply for the LTR visa from Canada and what are the requirements?

11 comments

a month ago

Why is Thailand considering changes to its visa-free entry policy?

56 comments

a month ago

Does flying business class into Thailand affect immigration scrutiny?

190 comments

2 months ago

What should I do if I'm held at BKK immigration and refused entry?

120 comments

2 months ago

What should I do if my landlord refuses to provide the Tabien Baan for my Thailand Non-O visa extension?

74 comments

2 months ago

Why did the police contact American expats in Thailand?

95 comments

2 months ago

Why is Bangkok Bank requiring customers to hold 400k for 4 months before issuing a bank certificate for visa renewal?

247 comments

2 months ago

Can I extend my visa without the required bank deposit if the bank didn't ask about it?

136 comments

2 months ago

What should I do about my Qatar flight to Doha in light of the current war situation?

421 comments

2 months ago

What does my friend's visa on arrival stamp for 60 days mean given that his country is listed for only 15 days VOA?

77 comments

2 months ago

What are the advantages and disadvantages of notifying U.S. Social Security about moving to Thailand?

34 comments

2 months ago

Can I bring 450,000 Baht into Thailand without declaring it at immigration?

153 comments

2 months ago

What is a Certificate of Residence and how can it help expats in Thailand?

55 comments

2 months ago

How can I retrieve my TDAC arrival card number after accidentally deleting the email?

121 comments

2 months ago

Why did Bangkok Bank not provide necessary paperwork for my retirement visa renewal?

184 comments

2 months ago

What documents do I need to enter Thailand besides a passport?

233 comments

2 months ago

Can I organize a long-term visa for myself as an Australian citizen married to a Thai woman while living in Australia?

14 comments

2 months ago

Can I handle my NON O visa extension and 90-day report at the Bangkok immigration office if I reside in Pathum Thani?

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2 months ago

Why is it difficult to re-enter Thailand on a tourist visa after short trips abroad?

154 comments

2 months ago

Will Thai banks accept my coins for cash exchange?

384 comments

3 months ago

Is the cost of living in Thailand now 80% of that in Australia?

626 comments

3 months ago

What are the experiences and tips regarding the TDAC form at Thai immigration during peak season?

230 comments

4 months ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

52 comments

5 months ago

What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?

76 comments

5 months ago

How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?

32 comments

5 months ago

What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?

48 comments

5 months ago

What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?

14 comments

5 months ago

What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?

12 comments

6 months ago

What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?

105 comments

7 months ago

What are the issues expats face with Bangkok Bank's account freezing policy?

113 comments

7 months ago

What experiences have others had with frozen bank accounts in Thailand?

40 comments

8 months ago

How can I recover money scammed by a visa agent in Thailand?

57 comments

8 months ago

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9 months ago

What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?

96 comments

a year ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Bangkok?

7 comments

a month ago

Where can I find the best cannabis dispensary in Chon Buri?

9 comments

a month ago

What are the best dispensaries in Phuket?

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a month ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Surat Thani?

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a month ago

Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?

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a month ago

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