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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

3 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

4 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

4 years ago

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

6 comments

5 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

6 years ago

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

4 comments

6 years ago

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

3 comments

6 years ago

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

33 comments

6 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

6 years ago

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

0 comments

6 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

7 years ago

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

14 comments

7 years ago

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

10 comments

7 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

Can a retiree obtain a DTV in Thailand using overseas pension statements and banked funds?

23 comments

2 months ago

COMMENTS

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

Geoff *******

@Paul *********

Not so, at least in UK. I just buy a non-O (single or multi-entry). Enter for 90 days. If multi-entry, repeat for up to one year. No insurance or deposit of funds required. Just need to show pension statements and be over 50. Easy, really.

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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 *******

It was certainly an option in UK, when I applied for mine last month. May be different in Oz though.

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

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@Paul *********

Not sure why you need to open bank account, deposit cash or sign lease. I've been coming every year since 2010 and never done any of those.

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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 *******

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

91 comments

10 days ago

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

153 comments

20 days ago

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

40 comments

20 days ago

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

50 comments

a month ago

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

96 comments

a month ago

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

180 comments

a month 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

a month ago

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

57 comments

2 months ago

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

136 comments

2 months ago

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

63 comments

2 months 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 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

3 months ago

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

133 comments

3 months ago

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

53 comments

3 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

4 months ago

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

48 comments

4 months ago

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

137 comments

4 months ago

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

428 comments

4 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

6 months ago

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

125 comments

6 months ago

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

273 comments

7 months ago

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

223 comments

7 months ago

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

72 comments

7 months ago

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

132 comments

8 months ago

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

155 comments

8 months ago

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

109 comments

8 months ago

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

224 comments

8 months ago

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

71 comments

8 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

9 months ago

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

19 comments

10 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

10 months ago

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

18 comments

10 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

a year ago

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

46 comments

a year ago

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

60 comments

a year ago

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

153 comments

a year ago

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

5 comments

a year ago

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

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

178 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

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

79 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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