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QUESTIONS

How Many Days Before or After Can I Renew My Non-O Visa in Thailand?
3 comments
4 years ago
Can I Convert a METV to a Non-O Visa Based on Marriage to a Thai National?
11 comments
5 years ago
What Should I Know About Using a METV for Extended Stays in Thailand?
7 comments
5 years ago
Can I switch from an O-A visa to an O visa in Thailand after marriage and will I need health insurance thereafter?
46 comments
5 years ago
What is the required time frame for a bank letter re funds for visa renewal at Chiang Mai immigration?
0 comments
5 years ago
Do short stay tourists need to submit a TM30 in Thailand?
2 comments
5 years ago
What should I expect when re-entering Thailand with a single entry tourist visa?
4 comments
5 years ago
Does proof of 20,000 Baht for self-support need to be in Thai Baht or can it be in another currency when arriving in Thailand?
0 comments
6 years ago
How is the service at Chiang Mai immigration compared to Promenada?
0 comments
6 years ago
What are the current procedures for obtaining a 30-day tourist visa extension at Chiang Mai Immigration?
0 comments
6 years ago

COMMENTS

What are the rules for using an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Thailand, particularly regarding the 90-day validity?
Pete **********
@Mark *******
 maybe your a good driver but on the roads here there are many many bad drivers which you have no control over.
a month ago
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What are the rules for using an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Thailand, particularly regarding the 90-day validity?
Pete **********
@Mark *******
 insurance is invalid if you don’t have a license - so when you have an accident you end up paying everything yourself!
a month ago
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Why is the Thai Baht strengthening against the GBP and how can I optimize my currency exchange for a visit to Thailand?
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@Ken ****
 I remember that time well - a sign that there was trouble was that the Thai banks were holding onto payments made from other countries and taking much longer than usual to release any incoming funds!
2 months ago
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Why is the Thai Baht strengthening against the GBP and how can I optimize my currency exchange for a visit to Thailand?
Pete **********
@David **********
 oh sorry I must have made a mistake! but just for a moment I bet plenty of people were checking!
2 months ago
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Why is the Thai Baht strengthening against the GBP and how can I optimize my currency exchange for a visit to Thailand?
Pete **********
Just checked and the pound is now 45 bht! Wow it’s going up quick.
2 months ago
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What is the current flooding situation in Chiang Mai and should I be concerned about my arrival on October 1?
Pete **********
The flooding has receded in Chiang Mai the large volume of water is going down river - to bangkok. Enjoy it!
2 months ago
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Why is Wise taking longer for my long-term stay transfers to Thailand?
Pete **********
Your probably under investigation for money laundering - they need extra time to forward your details to the investigators.
3 months ago
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Can you withdraw cash from a Thai bank using a foreign debit or credit card?
Pete **********
Compare the rate you received to the rate WISE offers.
3 months ago
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Can you withdraw cash from a Thai bank using a foreign debit or credit card?
Pete **********
You save atm fees but get a very low exchange rate.
3 months ago
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What should I do if my passport with Thai stamps gets washed out?
Pete **********
So do you get asked this a lot?
3 months ago
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What are the best recommendations for visa agents in Bangkok for those seeking a retirement or DTV visa?
223 comments
8 days ago
Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?
72 comments
10 days ago
What is the process and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?
45 comments
14 days ago
How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?
132 comments
24 days ago
Why do some members engage in bullying behavior online instead of offering constructive support?
155 comments
a month ago
What should I know about entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?
109 comments
a month 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
2 months ago
What are the new eVisa application procedures for Thai consulates in Southeast Asia starting October 8, 2024?
57 comments
2 months ago
What are the experiences and requirements of obtaining the DTV visa in Thailand?
106 comments
2 months ago
What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?
146 comments
2 months 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
How quickly can one get a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand as an Australian?
104 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
6 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
7 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
8 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
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