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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

5 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

5 years ago

COMMENTS

Do I need an FBI background check for a Non-O marriage visa in Thailand?

Chris *******

@Julia ********

an OA VISA is 1yr visa, multientry. Requires heath, medical and police clearance.Only obtainable from an embassy using funds outside Thailand. A non-o visa is a 90 day visa requires no health insurance or clearances. You can apply at an embassy or incountry. Then when you are in Thailand you apply for yearly extensions.

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Do I need an FBI background check for a Non-O marriage visa in Thailand?

Chris *******

@Julia ********

if you apply for an OA visa yes, a nonO no.

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What happens to my Non-O marriage visa in Thailand if my spouse passes away?

Chris *******

@Brandon ***********

yes extensions are being granted for same sex couples. However I have not personally seen any female couples yet.

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What is the process for obtaining a retirement visa in Thailand for long-term expats and their dependents?

Chris *******

You will need to cancel your extension and then apply immediately for the "retirement" extension.

Your wife will "should" also be able to retain her dependant status and not need banking funds herself.

Check with your local office, before making any moves.

In theory this should be a relativley easy transition.

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How can I unfreeze my bank account in Thailand without a formal lease or condo ownership?

Chris *******

it's not lying, you don't own it, someone owns the land and that's who the lease comes from, it doesn't matter who built it.

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What issues have users encountered with Thai Vietjet's online check-in process?

Chris *******

There are two apps.

Yeah makes no sense.

Try the other version and it will work, just did it recently.

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Is a police clearance required for obtaining a Non-O retirement visa in Laos?

Chris *******

@Stuart ********

100 per cent correct.

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What are the implications of Bangkok Bank freezing accounts for verification on expat visa applications?

Chris *******

I witnessed it myself at Krungsri.

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What are the implications of Bangkok Bank freezing accounts for verification on expat visa applications?

Chris *******

@คาร์ลิโต้ *******

it's happening at the other banks too, just not as many yet.

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How can I make an appointment at the Thai Embassy in Laos for my visa application?

Chris *******

@Jeff ************

what's your point? You don't qualify without an account so you have to get it outside and then get an account. That's a banking issue NOT an immigration.

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What is the process for opening a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?

64 comments

4 days ago

What was the immigration experience like upon landing in Bangkok with multiple visa stamps?

97 comments

14 days ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

52 comments

16 days ago

What are the current rules and concerns regarding visa exempt entries and extensions in Thailand?

1 comments

18 days ago

What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?

76 comments

22 days ago

How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?

32 comments

25 days ago

What are the recent challenges and requirements for Non Imm. O visa extensions at Pattaya Immigration?

106 comments

a month ago

What are the banking limitations for DTV visa holders in Thailand?

122 comments

a month ago

What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?

48 comments

a month ago

What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?

14 comments

a month ago

What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?

12 comments

a month ago

How do I navigate tax obligations as a 180-day Thai Tax Resident?

96 comments

2 months ago

What is the process for obtaining a year extension of stay on a NON-O visa in Thailand?

37 comments

2 months ago

What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?

105 comments

3 months ago

How do I successfully reopen a frozen account with Bangkok Bank?

34 comments

3 months ago

What are the issues expats face with Bangkok Bank's account freezing policy?

113 comments

3 months ago

What experiences have others had with frozen bank accounts in Thailand?

40 comments

3 months ago

What are the current exchange rates for USD, AUD, and Euro to Thai Baht, and how do these rates affect expats in Thailand?

70 comments

4 months ago

Will I be allowed reentry to Thailand after my visa runs?

49 comments

4 months ago

How can I recover money scammed by a visa agent in Thailand?

57 comments

4 months ago

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5 months ago

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

43 comments

5 months ago

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

18 comments

6 months ago

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

91 comments

7 months ago

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

153 comments

7 months ago

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

40 comments

7 months ago

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

50 comments

7 months ago

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

96 comments

7 months ago

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

180 comments

7 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

8 months ago

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

408 comments

8 months ago

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

57 comments

8 months ago

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

136 comments

8 months ago

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

63 comments

9 months ago

What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?

306 comments

9 months ago

How did I successfully apply for a DTV visa after being denied entry into Thailand?

85 comments

9 months ago

What is the process for extending a Digital Nomad Visa in Phuket for a family?

51 comments

9 months ago

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

178 comments

9 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

9 months ago

How can I expedite my Digital Nomad visa (DTV) application for Thailand?

36 comments

9 months ago

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

74 comments

9 months ago

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

133 comments

9 months ago

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

53 comments

9 months ago

What are the requirements for a successful DTV extension application in Thailand?

85 comments

10 months ago

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

66 comments

10 months ago

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

44 comments

10 months ago

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

48 comments

10 months ago

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

137 comments

10 months ago

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

428 comments

10 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

a year ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 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

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Surat Thani?

16 comments

a month ago

Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?

8 comments

a month ago

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