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QUESTIONS

How long is an International Driving Permit from the UK valid for in Thailand?

123 comments

4 years ago

Can you obtain a 60-day COVID extension in Jomtien in one day, or is it a two-step process?

3 comments

4 years ago

Will I have immigration issues re-entering Thailand after a short visa exemption?

6 comments

5 years ago

What proof of freelancer status have UK self-employed people submitted for their applications?

2 comments

7 months ago

COMMENTS

Do you need a Thai driving license to buy a car in Thailand?

David *********

@Manuel ********

same as the uk

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Can my son extend his stay in Thailand by marrying his Thai girlfriend?

David *********

Yes that’s possible but lots of hoops to jump through and could end in tears

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How can I apply for a 60-day tourist visa to Thailand that can be extended to 90 days?

David *********

I found it quite simple when I applied, answer a few simple questions, upload travel,accommodation and passport details and boom done.

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How can I apply for a 60-day tourist visa to Thailand that can be extended to 90 days?

David *********

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How can I extend my stay in Thailand beyond the initial 30 days without risking rejection?

David *********

Just get the 60 day tourist visa online before you go, it’s £30 and if you have a little computer knowledge it’s very easy to apply, take around 5 days to comeback via email.

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Do Americans need a Thai or international driver’s license to rent a scooter in Koh Larn?

David *********

You won’t need a licence to rent one on koh Larn but it’s not a place for the inexperienced, steep hills with switchbacks on various road/track types on poorly maintained bikes with flintstones brakes.

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Can I extend my visa exemption stay in Thailand beyond 81 days without a border run?

David *********

not for a single entry touist visa when applying in the uk.

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Can I enter Thailand if my passport has 5 months validity left while holding a retirement visa?

David *********

@Nongnuch *******

I know the terminology thanks, I’m just keeping it simple

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Can I enter Thailand if my passport has 5 months validity left while holding a retirement visa?

David *********

Your retirement visa usually expires when your passport does

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Do I need an onward flight ticket for my visa-exempt entry to Thailand after a short trip abroad?

David *********

When I flew to Vietnam the airline wanted to see a ticket out of Vietnam but when I flew back to Thailand they never asked but that could be just luck of the draw

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

91 comments

15 days ago

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

153 comments

25 days ago

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

40 comments

a month 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

2 months 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

3 months ago

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

85 comments

3 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

3 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

4 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

5 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

9 months ago

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

106 comments

9 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

9 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

a year 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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