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QUESTIONS

How can I enter Thailand with a new passport when my eVisa is issued for an expired passport?

14 comments

a year ago

What are the key features and requirements of the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) compared to the Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV)?

187 comments

a year ago

Are the requirements for the DTV visa becoming tougher at Thai consulates?

23 comments

a year ago

What are the requirements for obtaining a DTV from Thai consulates in Germany?

1 comments

a year ago

Can you obtain a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand through soft power courses or recreational activities?

47 comments

a year ago

What are the current costs and details related to the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) for Thailand?

117 comments

a year ago

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

193 comments

a year ago

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

134 comments

a year ago

What are the key considerations and requirements for obtaining and maintaining a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

11 comments

a year ago

What are the recent updates on the Digital Work Visa (DTV) in Thailand, and what are the application requirements?

82 comments

a year ago

What are the requirements and details for the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

29 comments

a year ago

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

48 comments

a year ago

What are the details regarding the new 60-day visa exemption for Thailand?

12 comments

a year ago

Do universities in Thailand handle the 1-year visa extension for students?

1 comments

a year ago

Why is the LTR Visa in Thailand failing to attract its target number of applicants?

77 comments

a year ago

Are there visa options for entering and exiting Thailand without getting stamped every time?

18 comments

a year ago

Can a Thai Tourist TR 60-day e-Visa be skipped in favor of visa exemption upon arrival?

26 comments

2 years ago

How does a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) work with the eVisa system in Thailand?

15 comments

3 years ago

How can I renew my Thai driver's license without frequently needing a residence certificate in Chiang Mai?

27 comments

3 years ago

Are Thai AirAsia X flights from Bangkok to Tbilisi (Georgia) really operating or just a hoax?

5 comments

3 years ago

Is visa-free entry to Bali still available for eligible countries after COVID?

1 comments

3 years ago

Can I conduct a 'border run' without entering a neighboring country and avoid needing a visa?

44 comments

3 years ago

When does the 6-month period for a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) in Thailand begin?

15 comments

3 years ago

What has been your experience with getting a covid extension at the Promenada Mall Immigration Office in Chiang Mai?

13 comments

4 years ago

What is the procedure for COVID extensions in Chiang Rai and are there any complications?

9 comments

4 years ago

How can expats receive a COVID-19 booster shot in Bangkok?

70 comments

4 years ago

Can STV (Special Tourist Visa) holders get a 60-day COVID extension of stay?

27 comments

4 years ago

What happened to the 7-Eleven at Suvarnabhumi Airport?

26 comments

4 years ago

Is the weather in Phuket going to improve next week after days of rain?

12 comments

4 years ago

Will Thailand's Smart Visa for Digital Nomads be implemented this year?

28 comments

4 years ago

Are the lounges at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) still open?

5 comments

5 years ago

Where can I get a proper COVID-19 antigen test in Thailand, specifically in Samui or at Suvarnabhumi Airport?

5 comments

5 years ago

What is the current status of online TM.30 reporting for expats in Thailand?

5 comments

5 years ago

Which immigration offices in Krabi, Phang-Nga, and Phuket offer painless COVID extension procedures?

8 comments

5 years ago

When will private hospitals in Thailand start offering COVID vaccines for cash?

127 comments

5 years ago

How can I file my first 90-day report if I'm living on an island in Thailand without an immigration office?

44 comments

5 years ago

What are the current rules for COVID-60-day visa extensions at the Chiang Mai Immigration Office?

15 comments

5 years ago

What are the rules for inter-provincial travel through high risk areas in Thailand?

6 comments

5 years ago

What is the current process for obtaining a COVID-19 exceptional visa extension in Thailand?

34 comments

5 years ago

Is there an official list of certified non-formal schools for ED-Visa programs in Thailand?

5 comments

5 years ago

What is the current status of online TM.30 reporting for expats?

12 comments

5 years ago

What are the current rules for COVID-60 day extensions at the Chiang Mai Immigration Office?

10 comments

5 years ago

Is there a new two-night stay requirement for border runs from Thailand to Laos?

45 comments

a year ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) from the Thai embassy in Berlin?

30 comments

a year ago

Can I extend a temporary Thai driving license to a regular one with a DTV visa?

4 comments

9 months ago

COMMENTS

What is the latest update on Thailand's tourist visa duration for 2023?

Frank-Steven ***********

It may not end. Thing is, you won’t know until a day or so before it was set to run out. They did the same mess with the covid extensions. There is no reliable planning in Thailand. TiT. My guess is that it will be extended on short notice.

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How can I get smaller Thai baht denominations for daily purchases in Chiang Rai?

Frank-Steven ***********

@Brandon ***********

This is the way.

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Can foreign company owners apply for a work permit in Thailand?

Frank-Steven ***********

The question makes more sense then some comments here would suggest. What if you have a foreign company but want to work for that company while in Thailand (for Thai customers)? Would you really need to open a separate Thai entity (or representative office) for that? Maybe just get a business visa (to conduct business in Thailand).

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Which Thai embassy or consulate is the most accommodating for those with multiple previous visas?

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The easiest would be the one in your home country / country of residence. Get an e-visa from there and save yourself the hassle. Can be done fully remotely (from everywhere in the world).

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Why do I need to pay for a re-entry permit when I have a retirement visa in Thailand?

Frank-Steven ***********

So, many people told you what it is. And it is what it is. Agreed though, that it is another BS requirement to buy a re-entry permit.

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How can I renew my Thai driver's license without frequently needing a residence certificate in Chiang Mai?

Frank-Steven ***********

Good luck explaining that to the police.

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How can I renew my Thai driver's license without frequently needing a residence certificate in Chiang Mai?

Frank-Steven ***********

Actually, there is three: 1927, 1949 and 1968 - all with varying participating / ratifying countries. And in most countries only applicable for a certain amount of time per stay. Google for details.

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How can I renew my Thai driver's license without frequently needing a residence certificate in Chiang Mai?

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So, I take it from the comments so far, that there isn’t a shortcut / agency, really?

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How can I renew my Thai driver's license without frequently needing a residence certificate in Chiang Mai?

Frank-Steven ***********

Yes. If you are on a Non Immigrant Visa the subsequent ones are 5 years.

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How can I renew my Thai driver's license without frequently needing a residence certificate in Chiang Mai?

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@Frank *********

Every 2 years. And every 2 years I need a ton of documents - the most annoying one of which that damn residence certificate that does nothing but write the obvious in exchange for tea money.

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What are the implications of the new visa exempt entry restrictions in Thailand?

144 comments

a day ago

How do I navigate tax obligations as a 180-day Thai Tax Resident?

96 comments

9 days ago

What is the process for obtaining a year extension of stay on a NON-O visa in Thailand?

37 comments

a month ago

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

105 comments

a month ago

How do I successfully reopen a frozen account with Bangkok Bank?

34 comments

a month ago

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

113 comments

2 months ago

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

40 comments

2 months ago

What are the current exchange rates for USD, AUD, and Euro to Thai Baht, and how do these rates affect expats in Thailand?

70 comments

2 months ago

Will I be allowed reentry to Thailand after my visa runs?

49 comments

3 months ago

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

57 comments

3 months ago

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4 months ago

What are the challenges and recommendations for opening a bank account in Thailand on a Non-O visa?

43 comments

4 months ago

What was your experience applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in Thailand?

18 comments

4 months ago

How can I effectively complete a TM30 online in Thailand?

8 comments

5 months ago

Has the Thai government changed the entry stamp duration from 60 to 30 days?

91 comments

5 months ago

What are the current motorcycle driving law enforcement updates in Thailand?

145 comments

5 months ago

What are the recent changes regarding Thai bank accounts for foreigners and how do they impact visa holders?

153 comments

6 months ago

How long did it take to obtain your LTR visa in Thailand, and what was your experience with the process?

40 comments

6 months ago

Is £2000 enough for two weeks in Thailand if flights and hotel are already paid for?

296 comments

6 months ago

What are the differences between Thailand's visa exempt entry and tourist visa requirements?

50 comments

6 months ago

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

96 comments

6 months ago

What does the '60' on my visa stamp mean?

180 comments

6 months ago

What are the challenges and considerations for a foreign man wanting to marry a Thai woman and bring her to the UK?

198 comments

6 months ago

Should I buy a house in Thailand in my girlfriend's name before marriage?

408 comments

6 months ago

What are the requirements for filling out the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for travelers and residents?

57 comments

7 months ago

What is the TDAC and what do you need to know about it before arriving in Thailand?

136 comments

7 months ago

What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?

63 comments

7 months ago

What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?

306 comments

7 months ago

How did I successfully apply for a DTV visa after being denied entry into Thailand?

85 comments

7 months ago

What are the key updates about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for expats?

64 comments

7 months ago

What is the process for extending a Digital Nomad Visa in Phuket for a family?

51 comments

7 months ago

What is the current exchange rate trend between the Pound and the Thai Baht?

178 comments

7 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

7 months ago

How can I expedite my Digital Nomad visa (DTV) application for Thailand?

36 comments

8 months ago

What should I know about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before using it?

74 comments

8 months ago

What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?

133 comments

8 months ago

What is the experience of re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?

53 comments

8 months ago

What are the requirements for a successful DTV extension application in Thailand?

85 comments

8 months ago

What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?

66 comments

8 months ago

What should I expect during my entry into Thailand with a DTV visa?

44 comments

9 months ago

What is the process for filing a 90 Day Report for Thailand visa holders?

48 comments

9 months ago

What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?

137 comments

9 months ago

Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?

428 comments

9 months ago

What should I do if I encounter difficult immigration officers in Thailand with a DTV visa?

205 comments

9 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

9 months ago

What are the requirements and challenges for extending a DTV visa in Thailand, and is a border run a better option?

128 comments

10 months ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

a year ago

What is the best time to visit Thailand to avoid crowds and enjoy good weather?

95 comments

a year ago

Who knows the woman accused of shoplifting in Nimman, Chiang Mai?

125 comments

a year ago

What is your experience with obtaining a DTV in Thailand?

30 comments

a year ago

What do I need to know about the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

273 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?

21 comments

a month ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Surat Thani?

16 comments

a month ago

Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?

8 comments

a month ago

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