Greg *******

A Thai DL can be used as ID in many places here too. I have used it at the bank counter instead of passport. People have used them to fly domestically but that is not always 100%. It does act as 2nd photo ID on top of passport is 2 are required.

3 months ago

Is Rawai a good base for a DTV visa holder in Phuket, and what are the tips for renting and finding accommodation?

Greg ********

@Ryan *********

The schools usually do all the work for you. Get the Residence Cert, Med Cert, ensure you score high enough on the written test, take the practical over and over till you pass. :-)

3 months ago

Is Rawai a good base for a DTV visa holder in Phuket, and what are the tips for renting and finding accommodation?

Greg ********

@Ryan *********

Sorry I do nkt but have a Google. There will be schools about. I did mine in Chiang Mai and a handful of DTV people doing the test the same time at the weekend. I saw a few of them picking up the license on the Monday at the DLT.

3 months ago

Can I obtain a DTV visa by taking a Thai cooking course?

Greg ********

Anonymous participant You would probably need to use an agent or one associated with a school for that - they then check all your documents and application.

3 months ago

Can I obtain a DTV visa by taking a Thai cooking course?

Greg ********

I think the owner of this school posts in here. I love Bangkok and lived/worked there for years and spent a lot of time there on business outside of working there. However, for pace and quality of life, Chiang Mai is much better and costs way lower.

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3 months ago

How can I successfully apply for a 180-day extension on a DTV visa in Chiang Mai?

Greg ********

Anonymous participant You can do a one day border run in a nice car - 2500 for the car and your Laos visa costs etc. I think you get back Chiang Mai late afternoon. Probably quicker than an extension if you need a few trips to the airport office.

3 months ago

Can I obtain a DTV visa by taking a Thai cooking course?

Greg ********

There are a few - where do you want to spend your time or does that not matter?

3 months ago

How can I successfully apply for a 180-day extension on a DTV visa in Chiang Mai?

Greg ********

There have been a couple of reports in this group - have a search. One was quite recent and ended up needing a border run. It is the airport office that deals with DTV Extensions and it seems they have one officer for this.

3 months ago

Is Rawai a good base for a DTV visa holder in Phuket, and what are the tips for renting and finding accommodation?

Greg ********

@Ryan *********

Get a Thailand license for the bike. Go to a school - it is 100% pass and is quite quick. sorts out all the issues regarding IDP restrictions and insurance cover.

3 months ago

Why does Bangkok Bank keep freezing my account after I opened it on a tourist visa?

Greg ********

Anonymous participant 379 Two Krungsri branches I know will not open on DTV - I have asked directly. Must be visa issued by "Immigration" was the response.

3 months ago