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QUESTIONS

Why is it important to sign documents with a blue pen at Chiang Mai immigration?

4 comments

2 years ago

What are the differences between in-person and authorized person submissions at Chiang Mai Immigration's 90-day report drive-thru?

1 comments

4 years ago

Is the drive-up window for 90-day reporting at Chiang Mai Immigration still open?

1 comments

5 years ago

Do You Need 6 Months Remaining Validity on a Passport to Extend a Non-O Visa in Thailand?

12 comments

5 years ago

Can I apply for an extension of my Non-Immigrant O visa a few days before the due date in Chiang Mai?

0 comments

6 years ago

What should I do if I cannot submit my 90-day report online in Thailand?

0 comments

6 years ago

Can I extend my Non-Immigrant O Visa based on marriage a few days early in Chiang Mai?

16 comments

7 years ago

Does a Transit Visa for Thailand actually exist?

2 comments

7 years ago

What are the common issues faced with online 90-day reporting in Thailand?

12 comments

7 years ago

COMMENTS

Can I extend my 30-day arrival visa obtained at the Cambodian border for another 30 days in Thailand?

Ian ***************

VOA = 15 days not extendable. Visa-exemption (by air or land) = 30 days + can extend 30 days 1900 baht at immigration.

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Can I extend my 30-day arrival visa obtained at the Cambodian border for another 30 days in Thailand?

Ian ***************

At the risk of being pedantic, what you got was a visa exemption, not a visa, but yes you can extend it 1x 30 days for 1900 baht.

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What are the best strategies for prolonging a Multiple Entry Visa stay in Thailand through border runs and extensions?

Ian ***************

You can extend the initial 60-day entry 30 days at any immigration office for 1900 baht. Then do a border hop for another 60-day entry and repeat. You can even do a border hop on the day before the visa expires and get another 60+30, which means you get nearly 9 months out of the 6-month METV.

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What Myanmar border crossings allow a $10 USD 1-day pass for a 30-day stamp upon return to Thailand?

Ian ***************

The one opposite Ranong is Kawthong (a distortion of "Koh Song") and yes you can do a visa-exempt border hop there (max. 2x per year land/water hops).

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Can I border run to Mae Sai instead of extending my METV for another 30 days?

Ian ***************

No it is not compulsory to do an extension. Border hop with METV at Mae Sai will result in another 60-day entry. Compare w/extension 30 days 1900 baht vs. Mae Sai run from CM by bus (320-638 baht, depending on class) + 500b for the Myanmar border run). So border run is a bit cheaper, but takes a whole day, +60 vs. 30 days.

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What are the quickest options for a border visa run from Hua Hin?

Ian ***************

If you just need a 30-day border hop, Ranong is probably easier, maybe even a direct bus. Still a 5-6 hour ride so perhaps do an overnighter.

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Can Laos passport holders extend their 30-day stay in Thailand for another 30 days?

Ian ***************

Technically-speaking it's a bilateral agreement, not a visa exemption, but pretty sure it can be extended same same 30 days (at the discretion of immigration officer, as usual).

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What are the current requirements for carrying cash at immigration in Thailand?

Ian ***************

'Kay, you win ;-)

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What are the current requirements for carrying cash at immigration in Thailand?

Ian ***************

Cos I've been going in and out for about 20 years and only once been asked to show money. But lately there are numerous reports of it being enforced.

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What are the current requirements for carrying cash at immigration in Thailand?

Ian ***************

Nothing new, except that up until quite recently it was rarely enforced.

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

136 comments

7 days ago

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

63 comments

12 days ago

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

306 comments

15 days ago

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

85 comments

16 days ago

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

178 comments

18 days ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

20 days ago

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

74 comments

24 days ago

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

133 comments

24 days ago

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

53 comments

a month ago

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

66 comments

2 months ago

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

44 comments

2 months ago

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

48 comments

2 months ago

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

137 comments

2 months ago

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

428 comments

2 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

3 months ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

4 months ago

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

125 comments

4 months ago

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

273 comments

5 months ago

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

223 comments

5 months ago

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

72 comments

5 months ago

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

132 comments

6 months ago

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

155 comments

6 months ago

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

109 comments

6 months ago

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

224 comments

6 months ago

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

71 comments

6 months ago

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

57 comments

7 months ago

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

106 comments

7 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

7 months ago

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

86 comments

7 months ago

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

19 comments

8 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

8 months ago

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

18 comments

8 months ago

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

60 comments

8 months ago

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

101 comments

8 months ago

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

64 comments

9 months ago

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

46 comments

9 months ago

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

60 comments

9 months ago

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

153 comments

9 months ago

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

5 comments

9 months ago

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

503 comments

9 months ago

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

193 comments

9 months ago

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

178 comments

9 months ago

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

48 comments

9 months ago

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

79 comments

9 months ago

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

73 comments

a year ago

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

4 comments

a year ago

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

164 comments

a year ago

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

38 comments

a year ago

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

28 comments

a year ago

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

370 comments

a year ago

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

33 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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