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QUESTIONS

What are the latest updates on insurance requirements for the O-A visa in Thailand?

34 comments

a year ago

Have the insurance requirements for the OA retirement visa changed recently?

2 comments

2 years ago

How can I get my vaccination certificate updated after receiving a booster shot in Thailand?

7 comments

4 years ago

Which company is the best for OA extension of stay insurance recommendations?

6 comments

5 years ago

What are the best health insurance options for OA visa renewal in Thailand?

9 comments

5 years ago

What requirements does my friend need to consider for traveling from Phuket to Sweden through Bangkok?

9 comments

6 years ago

How early can you apply for a retirement visa extension in Thailand?

9 comments

6 years ago

What Are the Rules for the 90-Day Report in Thailand?

2 comments

6 years ago

Is a foreign currency joint account acceptable for an O-A retirement visa in Thailand, and what are the requirements for extension?

6 comments

6 years ago

What is the link to the Thai e-visa site and how long does it take for a 90-day O visa to be approved?

19 comments

8 months ago

Where can I download a blank residency certificate form for Phuket for a driving license application?

1 comments

21 days ago

COMMENTS

What are some recommended health insurance brokers or companies in Thailand for expats with pre-existing conditions?

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guy called Jamie Edwards in Chalong, works for them. Excellent service and communication, great guy 🙂 0649710540. He is on WhatsApp, wife broke her leg and had to have a hip replacement they were very good throughout 🙂

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. He is on WhatsApp, wife broke her leg and had to have a hip replacement they were very good throughout 🙂

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What are some recommended health insurance brokers or companies in Thailand for expats with pre-existing conditions?

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We use Pacific Cross.

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What visa do I need to renew my Thai driver license for another five years?

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Depends when your birthday falls, from temporary to 5 year starts from your next birthday I got 5 years 10 months

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What is the best method to transfer money from a Thai bank account when relocating to Europe?

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Direct transfer from bank as long as you can provide proof that you brought the money in

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How can I get my vaccination certificate updated after receiving a booster shot in Thailand?

Brian ***********

did that they new nothing

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What are the best health insurance options for expats moving to Thailand?

Brian ***********

Highly recommend Jamie Edwards in Phuket he is a great guy who works for pacific cross

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What are the best health insurance options for expats moving to Thailand?

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My wife and I are with Pacific cross. She broke her leg just over a month into the policy and they were very good considering we went to two hospitals, all covered on the policy was paid in full. She had her hip joint replaced 🙂

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What are the current policies regarding e-cigarettes in Phuket?

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They are illegal you will get fined if caught

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What are the differences between the Retirement O visa and the Retirement OA visa in Thailand?

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I want to convert OA to O can this be done

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What documents are needed for UK re-entry after returning from Thailand?

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All on UK Goverment web site

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What was the immigration experience like upon landing in Bangkok with multiple visa stamps?

97 comments

4 days ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

52 comments

7 days ago

What are the current rules and concerns regarding visa exempt entries and extensions in Thailand?

1 comments

8 days ago

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

76 comments

13 days ago

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

32 comments

16 days ago

What are the recent challenges and requirements for Non Imm. O visa extensions at Pattaya Immigration?

106 comments

19 days ago

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

122 comments

20 days ago

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

48 comments

23 days ago

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

14 comments

25 days ago

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

12 comments

a month ago

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

96 comments

a month ago

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

37 comments

2 months ago

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

105 comments

2 months ago

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

34 comments

2 months ago

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

113 comments

3 months ago

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

40 comments

3 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

3 months ago

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

49 comments

4 months ago

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

57 comments

4 months ago

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5 months ago

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

43 comments

5 months ago

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

18 comments

5 months ago

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

91 comments

6 months ago

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

153 comments

7 months ago

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

40 comments

7 months ago

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

50 comments

7 months ago

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

96 comments

7 months ago

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

180 comments

7 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

7 months ago

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

408 comments

7 months ago

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

57 comments

8 months ago

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

136 comments

8 months ago

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

63 comments

8 months ago

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

306 comments

8 months ago

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

85 comments

8 months ago

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

51 comments

8 months ago

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

178 comments

8 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

8 months ago

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

36 comments

9 months ago

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

74 comments

9 months ago

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

133 comments

9 months ago

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

53 comments

9 months ago

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

66 comments

9 months ago

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

44 comments

10 months ago

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

48 comments

10 months ago

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

137 comments

10 months ago

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

428 comments

10 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 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 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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