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What are the current entry requirements and challenges for travelers going to Thailand during COVID-19?

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4 years ago

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What should I do if my Thai girlfriend's tourist visa application to the U.S. is denied?

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I was told by someone at the US embassy that 99.7% of tourist and student visas are turned down. And he also said it helps if she is wealthy, or has major property holdings here. My wife was turned down for every visa request, until we got married. Then all they asked to see was my passport, and a 10 year, multiple entry was approved.

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What steps can I take to recover my investment from a duplicitous Thai business partner?

Mark ***********

guess you have never employed shame here. It is highly effective, when all else fails.

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What steps can I take to recover my investment from a duplicitous Thai business partner?

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Shame him to no end. On Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and wherever you can. Talk to his parents, his siblings, his associates, his wife, his daughters. Make his life a living hell. Only then you might collect, just so he can regain his lost life.

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What should I do if Qatar Airways cancels my flight and offers an inadequate refund?

Mark ***********

Boycott them for life. This kind of selective refund is unacceptable. Stop the support. Return to civilized airlines.

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What should I do after my Agoda hotel booking was cancelled and my Agoda cash expired?

Mark ***********

Slam them on all social media. They might repent for their sins. Dumb policy.

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What are the main reasons people choose to travel to Thailand?

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would much rather be around silent racists, than joyless grouches and grumps, who do not even recognize humor, when they see it.

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What are the main reasons people choose to travel to Thailand?

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The quality of life. Leaving behind the bitter, humorless and disenfranchised masses.

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Why is there a lack of tourists in Thailand during the rainy season?

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A near total decimation of the industry, through a combination of cowardice, ignorance and hubris. It could take many years to recover. Is Thailand being forgotten? You decide.

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What are some alternatives to Wise for transferring money from the USA to a Thai bank?

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I had an entire wire disappear. I won't use wise.

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What are the difficulties faced when applying for a Non-O visa extension based on marriage in Thailand?

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retirement. Far easier.

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What are the best recommendations for visa agents in Bangkok for those seeking a retirement or DTV visa?

223 comments

9 days ago

Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?

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12 days ago

What is the process and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

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15 days ago

How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?

132 comments

25 days ago

Why do some members engage in bullying behavior online instead of offering constructive support?

155 comments

a month ago

What should I know about entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

109 comments

a month ago

What are the current visa fees and experiences for entering Laos from Thailand?

224 comments

a month ago

What are the experiences and processes for obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

71 comments

a month ago

What are the changes in Thai visa application procedures for Southeast Asian consulates starting October 8th?

71 comments

2 months ago

What are the new eVisa application procedures for Thai consulates in Southeast Asia starting October 8, 2024?

57 comments

2 months ago

What are the experiences and requirements of obtaining the DTV visa in Thailand?

106 comments

2 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

2 months ago

What are some experiences and tips for long-term stays in Thailand?

86 comments

2 months ago

What is the process and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

31 comments

3 months ago

What are the key guidelines and experiences regarding the new DTV visa for Thailand?

19 comments

3 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

3 months ago

What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?

18 comments

3 months ago

What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?

60 comments

3 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa as a business owner in Thailand?

101 comments

4 months ago

What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?

64 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?

46 comments

4 months ago

How quickly can one get a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand as an Australian?

104 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

60 comments

4 months ago

What are the recent changes to Thailand's entry visa rules regarding unlimited land entries?

153 comments

4 months ago

What is the DTV visa and what are its employment restrictions in Thailand?

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4 months ago

What are the key features and requirements of Thailand's new DTV - Destination Thailand Visa?

134 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and details for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?

503 comments

4 months ago

What are the latest updates on the Thai DTV visa application process and its requirements?

193 comments

4 months ago

What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?

178 comments

4 months ago

What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?

48 comments

4 months ago

How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

79 comments

4 months ago

Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?

73 comments

6 months ago

What are the updates on the upcoming changes to Thailand's visa rules?

4 comments

6 months ago

Can I obtain Thai nationality by marrying my girlfriend in Pattaya?

164 comments

6 months ago

Why are there so many sarcastic comments on expat groups about Thailand?

267 comments

7 months ago

How efficient is the process for obtaining a 12-month visa in Pattaya's immigration office?

38 comments

7 months ago

What are the unique breakfast options and experiences in Thailand, particularly in Pattaya or Patong?

28 comments

7 months ago

What are the best Thai dating apps to meet women with regular jobs, excluding freelancers or working girls?

370 comments

7 months ago

What are the rules for re-entering Thailand on a tourist visa or visa exemption?

33 comments

7 months ago

Is it true that Thai passport holders will soon have visa exemption for entry to the UK and Australia?

105 comments

7 months ago

How did you successfully open a bank account in Thailand on a tourist visa?

93 comments

7 months ago

What are the best currency exchange options at Suvarnabhumi Airport for arrival?

175 comments

8 months ago

What are the benefits and application process for the LTR 'Wealthy Pensioner' Visa in Thailand?

1 comments

8 months ago

Why do people ask unanswerable questions about Thailand?

230 comments

8 months ago

What are the implications of the upcoming visa price increases at Thai consulates?

55 comments

9 months ago

What should you do if you receive a wrong entry stamp in Thailand?

31 comments

a year ago

How can I share my Thai visa experiences and get advice from the community?

3 comments

a year ago

Are Thai people really dishonest or is it just a stereotype?

191 comments

a year ago

What are the challenges of teaching English in Thailand as a foreigner?

309 comments

a year ago

Is Thailand really as heavenly as some expats claim, or are there hidden challenges?

221 comments

a year ago

Why is it prohibited to mention visa agents in this expat group?

32 comments

a year ago

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