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QUESTIONS

What are the yearly costs associated with maintaining retirement or long-term visas and what should expats expect to pay for healthcare coverage in Thailand?

15 comments

4 years ago

What are the steps to obtaining a non-o retirement visa and extensions in Thailand?

14 comments

4 years ago

Can my 45-year-old wife come as my dependent on a Thai retirement visa?

6 comments

4 years ago

COMMENTS

What should I do to successfully re-enter Thailand after multiple visits this year?

Chris *******

sadly then you are not doing right.

As even in Phuket its great value.

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Do you need to have 800,000 baht in a Thai bank for a retirement visa application in Thailand?

Chris *******

if you are cashing out, it's your money.

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What are the best visa options and strategies for a 60-year-old retired Canadian planning to stay in Thailand longer than 90 days?

Chris *******

the 90 day non-o does not require health ins ,criminal or medical.

Only OA does.

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Can I apply for a Thai visa while on a 60-day Visa Exemption in Thailand?

Chris *******

You haven't specified what Visa you want to apply for.

Therefore no one can answer that.

Many Visas can be applied for in country and many cannot.

So please edit your post to say what visa you are looking at at or the purpose.

For example a non-o based on retirement can be obtained incountry or out of country.

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What forms of funds can I deposit at Bangkok Bank aside from cash, and what is the maximum amount I can bring into Thailand without declaring it?

Chris *******

I am sick and tired of people who don't know what the rules are, putting their 2 cents in.

If you don't know, don't just put your guess in.

This can have serious ramifications for someone who listens to your incorrect advice.

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What are the options for opening a bank account on a tourist visa in Thailand and pursuing long-term residency?

Chris *******

@Andreas ********

that is where you are wrong. They will not accept anything but embassy endorsed income for the first year.

It doesn't matter if he already had 12 months of transfers.

This is why people get trapped.

At some point they have to have the 800k first.

UNLESS their embassy will income certify.

From here believe what you want.

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What are the options for opening a bank account on a tourist visa in Thailand and pursuing long-term residency?

Chris *******

@Andreas ********

they will only accept 800k first without embassy endorsed income.

Then the 12 months begins for transfers.

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What tourist visa options are available for expats frequently visiting Thailand on a UK passport?

Chris *******

There is no official limit.

The officer you are in front will decide when they believe you are abusing or trying to live in Thailand.

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What are the options for opening a bank account on a tourist visa in Thailand and pursuing long-term residency?

Chris *******

NO!

until you actually have a year that you have had the 800k requirements yourself you will need an agent.

It all starts with 800k.

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What are the options for opening a bank account on a tourist visa in Thailand and pursuing long-term residency?

Chris *******

beg, borrow or steal 800k for a year, get the income extension.

Then pay whoever back the funds.

Line of credit, whatever.

Best of luck.

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What are the challenges and recommendations for opening a bank account in Thailand on a Non-O visa?

43 comments

9 days ago

What was your experience applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in Thailand?

18 comments

10 days ago

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

91 comments

a month ago

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

153 comments

2 months ago

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

40 comments

2 months ago

What are the differences between Thailand's visa exempt entry and tourist visa requirements?

50 comments

2 months ago

What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?

96 comments

2 months ago

What does the '60' on my visa stamp mean?

180 comments

2 months 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

3 months ago

Should I buy a house in Thailand in my girlfriend's name before marriage?

408 comments

3 months ago

What are the requirements for filling out the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for travelers and residents?

57 comments

3 months ago

What is the TDAC and what do you need to know about it before arriving in Thailand?

136 comments

3 months ago

What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?

63 comments

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

178 comments

4 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

4 months ago

What should I know about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before using it?

74 comments

4 months ago

What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?

133 comments

4 months ago

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

53 comments

4 months ago

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

66 comments

5 months ago

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

44 comments

5 months ago

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

48 comments

5 months ago

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

137 comments

5 months ago

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

428 comments

5 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

7 months ago

What is the best time to visit Thailand to avoid crowds and enjoy good weather?

95 comments

7 months ago

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

125 comments

7 months ago

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

273 comments

8 months ago

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

223 comments

8 months ago

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

72 comments

8 months ago

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

132 comments

9 months ago

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

155 comments

9 months ago

What should I know about entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

109 comments

9 months ago

What are the current visa fees and experiences for entering Laos from Thailand?

224 comments

9 months ago

What are the experiences and processes for obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

71 comments

9 months ago

What are the changes in Thai visa application procedures for Southeast Asian consulates starting October 8th?

71 comments

9 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

10 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

10 months ago

What are some experiences and tips for long-term stays in Thailand?

86 comments

10 months ago

What are the key guidelines and experiences regarding the new DTV visa for Thailand?

19 comments

a year ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

a year ago

What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?

18 comments

a year ago

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

60 comments

a year 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

How quickly can one get a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand as an Australian?

104 comments

a year ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

60 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

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