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What do Americans need to know about filing FBAR for foreign bank accounts?

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3 years ago

How can I avoid overpaying for a SIM card in Thailand?

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3 years ago

COMMENTS

What can I expect as a first-time expat in Pattaya for two months?

James *********

Buy a set of fishing waders so you don’t have to walk in excrement-soup every time it rains.😬

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What can I do to help my Thai friend get a tourist visa to the USA after a denial?

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Took me nine months - K1

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What additional requirements should I be aware of when traveling to Thailand with a visa from the USA?

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If you're bringing ANY cash to exchange - make sure it's in new-ish $100 bills - with no markings, and dog-eared. Let your bank know ahead of time, and they'll have new ones for you.

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Can I get a one-year visa for Thailand as a digital nomad, or what are my options for staying longer than 90 days?

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Can one even enter with a one-way ticket?

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How can I find a one-stop shop agent to help with my retirement plans in Thailand?

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The "division" thing began, when the ultra left began whining about how people were "doing their own thing". WHY did you return to the States?

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What should I do if my K1 fiancé visa application is still under administrative processing months after the interview?

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It may be easier to marry but, not to immigrate.

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What are the best resources for buying an apartment complex in Pattaya, Thailand?

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Check FazWaz.com

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Are taxes lower in Thailand if I renounce my US citizenship?

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“Giving up your US citizenship” is NOT cheap. If you are not Thai - you will never get a Thai passport.

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What are the best alternative countries for expats considering long-stay retirement visas similar to Thailand's Non-OA?

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“Pilipino cuisine” is a true oxymoron.

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What are the best strategies for getting a Thai girlfriend a US tourist visa after a denial?

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So - how do you feel about the MAGAs all turning their backs on (by going on vacation) producing legislation to end this "crisis"? The democrats are sitting at the table - waiting.

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10 days ago

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10 days ago

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

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12 days ago

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15 days ago

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18 days ago

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19 days ago

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

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22 days ago

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

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a month ago

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

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2 months ago

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

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2 months ago

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

137 comments

2 months ago

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

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2 months ago

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How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

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4 months ago

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

125 comments

4 months ago

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

273 comments

5 months ago

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

223 comments

5 months ago

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

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5 months ago

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

132 comments

6 months ago

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

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6 months ago

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

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What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

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8 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

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8 months ago

What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?

60 comments

8 months ago

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101 comments

8 months ago

What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?

64 comments

9 months ago

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46 comments

9 months ago

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9 months ago

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9 months ago

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503 comments

9 months ago

What are the latest updates on the Thai DTV visa application process and its requirements?

193 comments

9 months ago

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178 comments

9 months ago

What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?

48 comments

9 months ago

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

79 comments

9 months ago

Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?

73 comments

10 months ago

What are the updates on the upcoming changes to Thailand's visa rules?

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a year ago

Can I obtain Thai nationality by marrying my girlfriend in Pattaya?

164 comments

a year ago

How efficient is the process for obtaining a 12-month visa in Pattaya's immigration office?

38 comments

a year ago

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28 comments

a year ago

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370 comments

a year ago

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a year ago

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105 comments

a year ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Bangkok?

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a month ago

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a month ago

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