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What are the current updates on visa requirements for same-sex couples marrying Thai nationals?

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10 months ago

COMMENTS

What should I consider when changing my nationality and applying for a Thai visa?

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Anonymous participant Changing your nationality is not a light decision. You must have been thinking about this for a bit. If so, why did you go ahead in the last few months and get a DTV?

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When is the best time to apply for the DTV visa for Thailand in May?

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@Chris ********

I would factor in that there is a long holiday in April, so the embassy is probably closed for a week

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Can a foreigner apply for a marriage-based extension of stay in Thailand with a same-gender Thai spouse?

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

- So the law says a “female foreigner marrying a male Thai” and not just “marrying a male thai”? Before today only female foreigners could marry male Thais, so wasn’t sure if the policy/law would be explicit and say female foreigner. Proof of funds required in female foreigner and Thai female too?

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Can a foreigner apply for a marriage-based extension of stay in Thailand with a same-gender Thai spouse?

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

- This is a new area for me, but if I understood, there are different requirements for a visa if the Thai national you marry is Male versus female, is that correct? If so, I wonder how same-sex marriage impacts that

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Is a 3-month bank statement sufficient for a Thai visa application from Da Nang?

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FYI, next week is Tet. You won’t get approval until early Feb.

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Do I need to print my visa when entering Thailand for the first time?

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Happy mine is a sticker in my passport

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What delays should I expect when applying for a visa at the Thai Embassy in Hanoi during Tet?

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enjoy Tet

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What should my girlfriend list as the 'place of issue' on her visa application for a Chinese passport issued in Bangkok?

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Yes, it has been mentioned multiple times on here. You need to put your country.

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What delays should I expect when applying for a visa at the Thai Embassy in Hanoi during Tet?

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From what I have seen, it takes roughly 5 working days. If you submitted right before 5pm on Monday, that would count as a Tuesday submission. Similar to in person, submissions are usually counted as in the morning timeframe. The consular section closes usually at 3 or 4.

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Has anyone experienced difficulties reaching the Thai embassy in Washington DC by phone for visa application updates?

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What day did you apply?

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

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8 days ago

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

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13 days ago

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

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17 days ago

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

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17 days ago

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

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19 days ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

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22 days ago

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

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a month ago

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

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a month ago

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

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a month ago

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

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2 months 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?

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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

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

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3 months ago

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?

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4 months ago

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

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5 months ago

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

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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?

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6 months ago

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

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6 months ago

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

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6 months ago

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

224 comments

6 months ago

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

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6 months ago

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

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7 months ago

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

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7 months ago

What are the experiences and requirements of obtaining the DTV visa in Thailand?

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7 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

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7 months ago

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

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7 months ago

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

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

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8 months ago

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

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9 months ago

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

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9 months ago

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

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9 months ago

What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?

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9 months ago

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

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9 months ago

What are the recent changes to Thailand's entry visa rules regarding unlimited land entries?

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9 months ago

What is the DTV visa and what are its employment restrictions in Thailand?

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9 months ago

What are the key features and requirements of Thailand's new DTV - Destination Thailand Visa?

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9 months ago

What are the requirements and details for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?

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9 months ago

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

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9 months ago

What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?

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9 months ago

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

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9 months ago

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

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9 months ago

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

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a year 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?

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a year ago

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

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a year ago

What are the unique breakfast options and experiences in Thailand, particularly in Pattaya or Patong?

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a year ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Bangkok?

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a month ago

Where can I find the best cannabis dispensary in Chon Buri?

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a month ago

What are the best dispensaries in Phuket?

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a month ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Surat Thani?

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Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?

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