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QUESTIONS

What challenges do expats face when bringing their Thai girlfriends back to the USA?

274 comments

2 years ago

Why do some long-term expats in Thailand not learn the Thai language?

358 comments

2 years ago

What options do I have for extending my stay in Thailand after failing the education visa requirements?

69 comments

4 years ago

Can I reenter Thailand after a 5-day trip to Cambodia with a previous 30-day visa?

49 comments

3 years ago

Can American citizens stay for 5 weeks in Thailand with a visa exemption?

35 comments

3 years ago

What are the visa options for a short-term stay in Thailand for 10 weeks?

10 comments

3 years ago

What is the process and challenges for a Thai national to obtain a tourist visa to the USA?

49 comments

3 years ago

How much money should I leave in my Thai bank account to keep it open when moving back to the US?

68 comments

3 years ago

Where can I find packing supplies like plastic wrap and bubble wrap near On Nut BTS in Thailand?

4 comments

3 years ago

How can I exchange a large jar of Thai coins for cash before moving back to the US?

198 comments

3 years ago

Is it safe to accept bank transfers for large item sales on Facebook Marketplace in Thailand?

25 comments

3 years ago

Does my friend need to be vaccinated and buy insurance for travel to Thailand from Cambodia?

2 comments

3 years ago

What Is the Name of the Iscore Cigarette Pack with a Crushable Menthol Ball?

18 comments

3 years ago

What should I consider before buying a hostel near BTS Nana in Bangkok?

29 comments

3 years ago

Where can I rent a car for a month in Bangkok and what are the costs?

13 comments

3 years ago

What should I do to ensure I can re-enter Thailand after traveling to Vietnam on a tourist visa?

16 comments

3 years ago

Do visitors to Thailand need travel insurance after the recent changes in May 2022?

19 comments

3 years ago

What is the process and current situation for entering Thailand with a Non-O or ED visa?

90 comments

3 years ago

Do I need a PCR test before flying to Thailand if I'm already testing upon arrival?

17 comments

3 years ago

What should I do if I have a COVID-19 visa extension and need to enter Thailand through Bangkok?

61 comments

3 years ago

What physical paperwork should I bring for immigration when flying from Cambodia back to Bangkok?

14 comments

3 years ago

What insurance plans cover quarantine costs for COVID-19 in Thailand?

9 comments

3 years ago

What do we know about crossing certain borders into Thailand?

10 comments

3 years ago

What do I need to know about visa options and entry requirements for Thailand as an American?

59 comments

3 years ago

How long do I need to stay out of Thailand to get a tourist visa after leaving for Cambodia?

20 comments

3 years ago

What are the current travel requirements to Cambodia regarding PCR tests and vaccination cards?

23 comments

3 years ago

Can I cross the land border to Cambodia for a visa stamp and return quickly?

26 comments

4 years ago

What are the latest updates on Vietnam's travel policies from the Bangkok embassy?

42 comments

4 years ago

What options do I have if my visa expires soon while I'm offered a trip that extends beyond my visa date?

30 comments

4 years ago

What are the requirements for traveling to Vietnam in March 2022 for a visa run?

42 comments

4 years ago

Will I be able to travel abroad if I get an Education Visa for Muay Thai classes in Thailand?

8 comments

4 years ago

Will I have to quarantine if I travel to Cambodia or Vietnam before returning to Thailand?

26 comments

4 years ago

COMMENTS

Do you need a US social security number to open a bank account in Thailand?

Bruce *********

I would pay the extra 2,000 baht so he can have a bank employee open up an account for you without your social. Once the US has access to information they can garnish your money at any time. If you pay extra so they don't know that you have an account there, it'll take a lot of stress off you.

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Is a monthly income of $3,000 sufficient for a retired couple to live comfortably in Bangkok?

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@YT *******************

the best of the best does not cost 45 baht. Haha.

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Is a monthly income of $3,000 sufficient for a retired couple to live comfortably in Bangkok?

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@YT *******************

Try dating on that. Your girl will leave you when someone else takes her to a place where the food cost more that 60 baht a meal.

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Is a monthly income of $3,000 sufficient for a retired couple to live comfortably in Bangkok?

Bruce *********

Be careful about wanting to retire here and live here forever if you have never been. Lot's of people come here and give up everything to live the dream and then realize it's not for them.

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Is a monthly income of $3,000 sufficient for a retired couple to live comfortably in Bangkok?

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@ปีเตอร์ ******

Haha. That was funny and true.

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Will I be denied entry to Thailand after an extended stay and immigration concerns?

Bruce *********

Can't this person just cross the border on the ground because it's easier?

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Will I be denied entry to Thailand after an extended stay and immigration concerns?

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@Carla **********

that was the only part I went to in Thailand where I actually got cold. It was up in the mountains.

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What visa options do I have as a 33-year-old expat looking to retire in Thailand?

Bruce *********

well there goes me applying for an elite visa when I turn 50 next week

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What visa options do I have as a 33-year-old expat looking to retire in Thailand?

Bruce *********

just go to the Philippines. They speak English and you obviously do not want to learn the language If you move to Thailand. I bet you're the type of American that gets mad at foreigners for not learning English yet you refuse to learn thai if you move to Thailand.

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What visa options do I have as a 33-year-old expat looking to retire in Thailand?

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I just read your comment. What do you mean you cannot get an elite visa if you had an ED visa in the past? Why is that?

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

40 comments

5 days 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

7 days ago

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

49 comments

22 days ago

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

57 comments

24 days ago

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2 months ago

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

43 comments

2 months ago

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

18 comments

2 months ago

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

91 comments

3 months ago

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

153 comments

4 months ago

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

40 comments

4 months ago

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

50 comments

4 months ago

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

96 comments

4 months ago

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

180 comments

4 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

4 months ago

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

408 comments

4 months ago

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

57 comments

5 months ago

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

136 comments

5 months ago

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

63 comments

5 months ago

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

306 comments

5 months ago

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

85 comments

5 months ago

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

51 comments

5 months ago

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

178 comments

5 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

5 months ago

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

36 comments

6 months ago

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

74 comments

6 months ago

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

133 comments

6 months ago

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

53 comments

6 months ago

What are the requirements for a successful DTV extension application in Thailand?

85 comments

6 months ago

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

66 comments

6 months ago

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

44 comments

7 months ago

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

48 comments

7 months ago

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

137 comments

7 months ago

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

428 comments

7 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

7 months ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

9 months ago

What is the best time to visit Thailand to avoid crowds and enjoy good weather?

95 comments

9 months ago

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

125 comments

9 months ago

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

273 comments

10 months ago

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

223 comments

10 months ago

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

72 comments

10 months ago

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

45 comments

10 months ago

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

132 comments

a year ago

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

155 comments

a year ago

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

109 comments

a year ago

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

224 comments

a year ago

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

71 comments

a year ago

What are the changes in Thai visa application procedures for Southeast Asian consulates starting October 8th?

71 comments

a year ago

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

57 comments

a year ago

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

106 comments

a year ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

a year ago

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

86 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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