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Will my application for a Non-O visa be affected if my health insurance is from a UK insurer rather than a Thai one?

4 comments

2 years ago

Why was a TM30 required for my tourist visa extension in Chiang Mai, and how can I prepare for it in the future?

2 comments

3 years ago

What should I do if I test positive for Covid-19 while on a visa exemption in Thailand?

5 comments

3 years ago

What are the insurance requirements for the NON-IMM O-A visa in Thailand, and is the Emirates all-risk policy acceptable?

11 comments

3 years ago

Can I recover 8 months of stay on my O-A visa due to Covid-19 complications?

6 comments

4 years ago

Where Can I Buy a Re-Entry Permit at BKK Airport?

2 comments

5 years ago

What Happens If I Return to Thailand Before My O-A Visa Expires After Obtaining a Re-Entry Permit?

2 comments

5 years ago

What Should I Know About Entry With An O-A Visa After A Long Absence?

1 comments

5 years ago

What are the health insurance requirements for an O-A visa holder entering Thailand?

22 comments

5 years ago

How do I cancel an O-A visa in Thailand?

4 comments

5 years ago

Can I Cancel My O-A Visa in Thailand and What Is the Procedure?

3 comments

5 years ago

What documents are required to send for an O-A visa application after applying online via the London Embassy?

33 comments

5 years ago

Can I avoid the 90-day reporting requirement by leaving Thailand every 90 days on a non-imm O-A visa?

0 comments

5 years ago

When does the validity of a multi-entry non-imm O visa start: at issuance or first entry?

0 comments

5 years ago

Can I book a hotel in Bangkok during a layover without losing my re-entry permit for my non-immigrant O visa?

11 comments

6 years ago

What is the correct information to enter in the 'Visa Number' section of the arrival card when using a re-entry permit in Thailand?

14 comments

6 years ago

How can I obtain a re-entry stamp at Chiang Mai Airport for my Non-Imm O visa while flying out of Thailand?

0 comments

6 years ago

Is a proof of monthly income of 65,000 baht sufficient to extend a Non-Immigrant O visa in Thailand?

18 comments

6 years ago

What is the actual length of stay for a Non-Immigrant Visa in Thailand, particularly for the Type O?

14 comments

6 years ago

What are the options to extend a single-entry non-immigrant O visa in Thailand?

10 comments

6 years ago

What are the stay durations and requirements for the Non-Immigrant Type O Multiple Entry Visa in Thailand?

31 comments

7 years ago

Can I enter Thailand on a visa exemption before using my SETV?

3 comments

7 years ago

COMMENTS

What visa options do I have to live in Thailand for 6 months and return to Australia for 6 months?

Geoff *******

It's also possible to get a multi-entry Non-O, which would mean he could just leave the once, without having to worry about 60+30 extensions on the METV but that may not be cost-effective in terms of fees.

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What visa options do I have to live in Thailand for 6 months and return to Australia for 6 months?

Geoff *******

I spend 6 months in Thailand (in two blocks of 90 days) and 6 months in UK, each year. I've tried a variety of visas over the years but the easiest is now the non imm-O based on being over 50 with pension. Only significant requirement is to show pension statements, no proof of insurance is now required.

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Will my application for a Non-O visa be affected if my health insurance is from a UK insurer rather than a Thai one?

Geoff *******

Thanks so much. That's what I thought. I guess the Web page hasn't caught up yet.

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Why was a TM30 required for my tourist visa extension in Chiang Mai, and how can I prepare for it in the future?

Geoff *******

In fairness, this was the first time I'd used the Airport office. Previously, I'd always used Promenada, in CM, which never asked. Nor did the Phuket office last time.

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What should I do if I test positive for Covid-19 while on a visa exemption in Thailand?

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@Gerald *******

I hope so, just don't want to be caught out...

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What are the insurance requirements for the NON-IMM O-A visa in Thailand, and is the Emirates all-risk policy acceptable?

Geoff *******

@Nongnuch *******

Emirates was just an example. There are other similar 'free' airline sponsored policies out there. Maybe they all refuse to sign..

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What are the insurance requirements for the NON-IMM O-A visa in Thailand, and is the Emirates all-risk policy acceptable?

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@Nongnuch *******

Of course, the trip can be up to 365 days...

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What are the insurance requirements for the NON-IMM O-A visa in Thailand, and is the Emirates all-risk policy acceptable?

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@Benjamin *****

Good question. Still hypothetical for me at the moment. Last time I got an O-A, I just squeaked in before any insurance requirement was imposed. The Emirates policy was certainly good enough to get my present sandbox COE, albeit with a visa exemption.

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Will I be refused entry to Thailand with a 90-day return flight while applying for a 60-day tourist visa?

Geoff *******

I agree but you'd lose the free Emirates insurance for the period of any subsequent extension and would need to buy insurance if you wanted it.

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Will I be refused entry to Thailand with a 90-day return flight while applying for a 60-day tourist visa?

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@Raimund ************

Understood but you will have to purchase insurance for the extended portion, if you want it. Unwise to have no insurance. Personally, I would book my flight presuming an extension and take my chances.

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

213 comments

3 days ago

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

72 comments

5 days ago

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

132 comments

18 days ago

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

155 comments

23 days ago

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

109 comments

25 days 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

a month ago

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

57 comments

a month ago

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

106 comments

a month ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

a month ago

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

86 comments

2 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

3 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

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?

5 comments

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

5 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

6 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

7 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

10 months 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

Can I change my O visa based on marriage to a retirement visa in Thailand?

117 comments

a year ago

Why is travel insurance important for expats in Thailand, particularly after a medical emergency?

215 comments

a year ago

What should I do if I make a mistake with my Thai visa at the airport?

54 comments

a year ago

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