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QUESTIONS

Can you convert a METV extension to a Non-O visa for a 90-day stay?

4 comments

a month ago

What are the implications of recent taxation discussions for expats in Thailand?

30 comments

a year ago

What are the new tax rules for expats living in Thailand from January 2024?

35 comments

2 years ago

COMMENTS

What is the validity period for my nonimmigrant O-A visa in relation to re-entry into Thailand?

John ********

I have been led to believe that to apply for an O-A visa, you do not have to show evidence of funds? Just saw this on e- visa portal, which contradicts what I read previously:

Financial evidence showing monthly income of no less than 65,000 THB or having the current balance of 800,000 THB, e.g. bank statements, proof of earnings.

a year ago

What is the best visa option for a 6-week trip to Bangkok?

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@Andrew ********

You should of worded it arriving visa exempt, which is thirty days, which as the experts say you can extend to give you sixty days. The moderator that replied to your initial query thought you were getting a visa before you travel.

a year ago

What visa should I choose for my extended stay in Thailand?

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@James **********************

This 800k, or 65k figure is for the 12 month extension, not for the 90 day 'O' visa.

a year ago

What are the key differences between Non-O and Non-OA retirement visas in Thailand?

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@Graham *****

What like paying Thai tax 😂 😂 😂

a year ago

What are the key differences between Non-O and Non-OA retirement visas in Thailand?

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@Graham *****

Better just using an agent if their fee doesn't bother you.

a year ago

What are the key differences between Non-O and Non-OA retirement visas in Thailand?

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@Maurice ********

If your from the UK, I researched, you can get an official letter posted to you & signed by a Government official at the DWP, confirming your annual state pension guarantee.

a year ago

What are the key differences between Non-O and Non-OA retirement visas in Thailand?

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@Graham *****

So if they won't accept a combination, why will they accept 12 monthly transfers of 65,000 THB., which incidentally isn't even 800,000 THB? 780,000 THB actually.

a year ago

Which bank is best for expats to open an account in Thailand?

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@Brian *******

if you live in Pattaya. There's life outside Sin City, but maybe most farangs don't know 😂😂😂😂😂😂

a year ago

What are the key differences between Non-O and Non-OA retirement visas in Thailand?

John ********

Why do all the expats keep saying that to get the none 'O' visa extension, the only way is by having 800k in a Thai bank account in your name? Do none of these experts not know that you can have a combination of money in your Thai bank account, plus pension paid into your Thai account, as long as the combination is at least 800k or more.

a year ago

What should I do if my girlfriend received her passport back without a UK visa?

John ********

Seems the poor lady has been scammed. Someone says why did she get her passport returned if she'd been scammed. How did they pay the visa fee? If they paid some agent in cash, then an agent could just take all the paperwork given by them. Take the money, then bin all the paperwork and post the passport back to the lady concerned.

a year ago