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QUESTIONS

Do I need separate bank accounts for my Thai visa deposit and daily transactions?

20 comments

2 years ago

Is it possible to obtain a 90-day visa from the UK for a visit to Thailand?

43 comments

2 years ago

What is the visa fee for the Elite visa in Thailand and is it possible to spend the required Bt800,000 afterwards?

30 comments

2 years ago

What is the best visa option for spending 6 months a year in Thailand as a retiree?

39 comments

4 months ago

What is the typical cost and time frame for opening a bank account and obtaining a retirement visa in Thailand?

23 comments

4 months ago

COMMENTS

What are the tax implications of the 800,000 baht requirement for a Thai retirement visa?

Simon *******

Best thing to do, rather than ask Facebook 🙈, is to get a tax expert to provide you with advice

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Is it worth going to Pattaya for a Retirement Visa?

Simon *******

does that mean that the next year you are tied into using an agent again, or are you able to complete the application yourself - asking as I will probably use an agent the first time but want to do it myself afterwards

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Why is it difficult to open a Thai bank account without a visa?

Simon *******

Apparently the Thailand Embassy in London doesn’t agree - I tried last month unsuccessfully

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Why is it difficult to open a Thai bank account without a visa?

Simon *******

The retirement visa you obtain outside Thailand requires health insurance. The retirement visa obtained within Thailand does not

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Why is it difficult to open a Thai bank account without a visa?

Simon *******

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

you can obtain the retirement visa in Thailand which means you are not required to have the health insurance for the visa. That gives you more choice to get the health insurance that really suits your needs

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What banks can be used for visa money in Thailand?

Simon *******

your reply tells me everything I need to know about you 🙈

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What banks can be used for visa money in Thailand?

Simon *******

don’t take the Micky, not their fault they are uneducated 😂

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What should I do if my TM30 app is not working?

Simon *******

As will probably need to extend my visa exemption tourist. I am staying in a hotel, do I ask them for a copy of the TM30?

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What are the best ways to spend 8 days in Thailand while in Pattaya?

Simon *******

well done James, you are showing everyone what a really pr*ck you are 😂

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What should I do if I can't get a bank account or a non-immigrant visa in Thailand?

Simon *******

sorry what’s RC?

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

49 comments

4 days ago

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

96 comments

6 days ago

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

180 comments

8 days 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

20 days ago

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

57 comments

25 days ago

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

136 comments

a month ago

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

63 comments

a month ago

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

306 comments

2 months ago

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

85 comments

2 months ago

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

178 comments

2 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

2 months ago

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

74 comments

2 months ago

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

133 comments

2 months ago

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

53 comments

2 months ago

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

66 comments

3 months ago

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

44 comments

3 months ago

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

48 comments

3 months ago

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

137 comments

3 months ago

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

428 comments

3 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

4 months ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

5 months ago

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

125 comments

5 months ago

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

273 comments

6 months ago

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

223 comments

6 months ago

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

72 comments

6 months ago

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

132 comments

7 months ago

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

155 comments

7 months ago

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

109 comments

7 months ago

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

224 comments

7 months ago

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

71 comments

7 months ago

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

57 comments

8 months ago

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

106 comments

8 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

8 months ago

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

86 comments

8 months ago

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

19 comments

9 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

9 months ago

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

18 comments

9 months ago

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

60 comments

10 months ago

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

101 comments

10 months ago

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

64 comments

10 months ago

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

46 comments

10 months ago

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

60 comments

10 months ago

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

153 comments

10 months ago

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

5 comments

10 months ago

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

503 comments

10 months ago

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

193 comments

10 months ago

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

178 comments

10 months ago

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

48 comments

10 months ago

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

79 comments

10 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

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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