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What documents are required for a 60-day extension based on marriage or family in Samut Prakan, Thailand?

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2 years ago

Can I leave Thailand and return on the same day with a multi-entry visa valid until August 28, 2024?

11 comments

2 years ago

How can I obtain an international driving permit in Thailand with a Thai driving license?

22 comments

2 years ago

Can I use a bank statement as proof of address for a Thai international driving licence or a residency certificate?

5 comments

2 years ago

Do I need to update my TM30 if my tenancy hasn't changed?

27 comments

2 years ago

What documents are required for obtaining a multiple entry spousal visa at the Savannakhet consulate in Laos?

49 comments

3 years ago

What is the best land border to cross into Cambodia from Thailand without encountering corruption?

40 comments

2 years ago

What are the requirements for obtaining a non-O multiple entry spousal visa from Ho Chi Minh City?

9 comments

3 years ago

How can I redeem my points accumulated with The One Card at Tops?

9 comments

3 years ago

Which tabien baan should I submit for the non-O spousal visa application at the Savannaket consulate?

16 comments

3 years ago

What is the process for obtaining a multiple entry spousal visa in Savannakhet, and is a handwritten letter from my Thai wife necessary?

19 comments

3 years ago

Can I cancel my visa at the immigration office in Chamchuri instead of Samut Prakan?

5 comments

3 years ago

Should I get a Spouse visa in Laos or return to Thailand on a visa exemption before applying?

12 comments

3 years ago

Should I let my non-B visa and work permit expire or cancel them before leaving Thailand?

7 comments

3 years ago

What is the financial statement required for a Non-Immigrant O visa for accompanying Thai spouse and family members?

18 comments

3 years ago

Do I need to update my TM30 and report my return if I'm living in the same condo?

3 comments

4 years ago

Do I still need to report to immigration every time I return to Thailand for a TM30?

8 comments

4 years ago

Where can I buy compulsory motor insurance (por ror bor) online in Thailand?

9 comments

4 years ago

Do I need a fit to fly certificate and PCR test for my child and me to fly from Thailand to the UK with Thai Airways?

4 comments

4 years ago

What documents do I need to renew car tax for a vehicle over 6 years old in Thailand?

18 comments

4 years ago

What are the financial requirements for obtaining a 90-day Non-O spousal visa from the Thai embassy in the UK?

17 comments

5 years ago

What is the best postal service to send important documents from Thailand to the UK?

6 comments

5 years ago

Is the Samut Prakan immigration office currently open?

6 comments

5 years ago

What is the process for registering and taxing a second-hand car in Thailand?

26 comments

5 years ago

Are driving test centres in Thailand open for foreigners, and how can I renew my license?

3 comments

6 years ago

Are soft play areas for kids open in Thailand?

2 comments

6 years ago

Are immigration offices in Thailand open for operations?

7 comments

6 years ago

Is the Department of Land Transport in Thailand open for renewing driving licenses?

9 comments

6 years ago

What Should I Do About My 90-Day Reporting During the Amnesty Period?

5 comments

6 years ago

How do I change from a Non-O multiple entry spousal visa to a Non-B visa in Thailand, and what happens after I cancel my Non-O?

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7 years ago

Can a non-B visa be obtained in Thailand after entering on an exemption stamp?

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7 years ago

Do I need to submit a TM.30 form for relatives visiting Thailand on a visa-exempt stamp?

0 comments

7 years ago

Can I get a 1-year extension of stay with a Non-O visa based on having a Thai child who is not my spouse?

30 comments

7 years ago

How often can I do a border bounce to Laos from Thailand using Visa Exempt Entry?

4 comments

7 years ago

Can I apply for a multiple entry non-O visa for my family members in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam?

0 comments

8 years ago

Is proof of funds required for NON-O dependant visas in Thailand?

19 comments

8 years ago

Do I need to transfer my Thai visa and extension stamp to my new passport before traveling?

10 comments

8 years ago

What is the current price for a Thai non-O family visa at the embassy in Ho Chi Minh City?

7 comments

8 years ago

Is a family photo required for the 60-day family visit extension on a Non-O visa based on marriage?

9 comments

8 years ago

What documentation is needed for a non-O multiple entry visa extension in Samut Prakan?

5 comments

8 years ago

What are the procedures for residence notification and visa extension based on marriage in Samut Prakan, Thailand?

4 comments

8 years ago

Will my wife's name on the rental contract affect my residency certificate application?

8 comments

8 years ago

Can I apply for a Thai driving license with an expired NON-O visa after a border run?

4 comments

8 years ago

Will I receive a 90-day extension if I re-enter Thailand before my Non-O visa expiration date?

14 comments

8 years ago

What are the rules for leaving Thailand on a border hop with a multiple entry visa?

8 comments

8 years ago

How easy is it to obtain a Non-O visa in Ho Chi Minh City?

27 comments

9 years ago

What should I put for 'proposed duration of stay' and 'date of arrival/departure' on a non-O marriage visa application?

3 comments

9 years ago

Can I obtain a Non-O year-long marriage visa in Ho Chi Minh with my documents?

23 comments

9 years ago

Can I change my visa from NON-B to NON-O at a Thai consulate in Vietnam within a weekend?

8 comments

9 years ago

Can I get my Thai marriage certificate translated and certified at Chaeng Wattana for a UK visa?

11 comments

9 years ago

What are the alternatives for applying for a 90-day Non-O Spousal Visa near Thailand, avoiding Savannakhet?

8 comments

a year ago

Is there a reliable taxi service from Thakhek, Laos to Nakhon Phanom airport for a 9:30am flight?

44 comments

a year ago

Is it still possible to obtain a multiple entry spousal visa valid for one year with 400k baht seasoned for two months in the bank from Savannahket?

4 comments

a year ago

Will I be flagged by immigration if I return for a tourist exemption shortly after exiting Thailand?

11 comments

a year ago

What information do I need from the Samut Prakan Immigration office to convert an exemption stamp to a non-O spousal 90-day visa?

12 comments

a year ago

Can I use my original TM.30 receipt after creating a new one during my stay in Thailand?

3 comments

a year ago

Can I re-enter Thailand for another 90 days with a single-entry e-visa?

4 comments

a year ago

Are schools in Thailand closed on the upcoming Monday and Tuesday?

7 comments

a year ago

Can I extend my Non-O visa based on my daughter's presence instead of my wife's?

5 comments

10 months ago

How long does it take to get a certificate of residence in Samut Prakan for driving license renewal?

25 comments

a month ago

COMMENTS

Should I get a Spouse visa in Laos or return to Thailand on a visa exemption before applying?

AliJames *****

Maybe you are thinking of Vientiene, I'm talking about Savannakhet.

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Should I get a Spouse visa in Laos or return to Thailand on a visa exemption before applying?

AliJames *****

they apparently do

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Should I get a Spouse visa in Laos or return to Thailand on a visa exemption before applying?

AliJames *****

@Chris **********

I worked for the company for a year before it went into limbo during and after covid. The company's visa agent said the best thing to do would just be to let it expire then begin the process with a blank slate. But that may have been our HR manager being lazy (sorry sent you this in a PM as well but seems my post wasn't removed after all)

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Should I get a Spouse visa in Laos or return to Thailand on a visa exemption before applying?

AliJames *****

ok thanks

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Should I get a Spouse visa in Laos or return to Thailand on a visa exemption before applying?

AliJames *****

I just heard that for some visas you have to get a tourist visa or exemption stamp before obtaining a non-o visa? Maybe I'm wrong.

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Should I let my non-B visa and work permit expire or cancel them before leaving Thailand?

AliJames *****

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

surely I can let it run because the work permit has not been cancelled and they both expire on the same day ?

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Should I let my non-B visa and work permit expire or cancel them before leaving Thailand?

AliJames *****

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

I wasn't so sure so I'll show you. But it actually does say extension of stay.

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What is the financial statement required for a Non-Immigrant O visa for accompanying Thai spouse and family members?

AliJames *****

Thanks guys

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What is the financial statement required for a Non-Immigrant O visa for accompanying Thai spouse and family members?

AliJames *****

I sent you in a PM

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What is the financial statement required for a Non-Immigrant O visa for accompanying Thai spouse and family members?

AliJames *****

Can you tell me the list of documentation needed to obtain this visa?

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What should I do if my TM30 date doesn't match my residency certificate application at Jomtien Immigration?

74 comments

4 days ago

What advice is there for obtaining a Non-O visa extension in Thailand?

15 comments

11 days ago

What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?

194 comments

12 days ago

Why is it now recommended to obtain a Non-O visa before arriving in Thailand instead of applying in-country?

16 comments

14 days ago

What are the consequences of overstaying a visa in Thailand for one year?

323 comments

a month ago

Why are one-way flights from Bangkok to LAX priced around $1000?

478 comments

a month ago

What alternatives to Bangkok Bank do expats recommend for banking in Thailand?

155 comments

a month ago

What are the tax implications for depositing a UK pension into a Thai bank?

180 comments

a month ago

Do I need a visa to visit Thailand for 12 days as a first-time visitor?

35 comments

a month ago

What are the current requirements for a Non-O Marriage visa extension in Thailand?

50 comments

a month ago

What is the experience of applying for a Non-O Immigrant Visa based on Retirement in Thailand?

56 comments

a month ago

What are the implications of Wise launching services in Thailand for expats and digital nomads?

149 comments

a month ago

What are the current visa-exempt entry rules for Thailand and how do they affect tourists?

10 comments

a month ago

Is $2,800 USD per month enough for a couple to retire comfortably in Chiang Mai, Thailand?

428 comments

a month ago

Has the visa exemption rule in Thailand changed from 60 to 30 days?

203 comments

a month ago

Why does Bangkok Bank frequently lock expat accounts without notice?

240 comments

a month ago

Can you apply for a retirement visa in Thailand without having 800,000 baht?

318 comments

a month ago

How long does it take to apply for the LTR visa from Canada and what are the requirements?

11 comments

a month ago

Why is Thailand considering changes to its visa-free entry policy?

56 comments

2 months ago

Does flying business class into Thailand affect immigration scrutiny?

190 comments

2 months ago

What should I do if I'm held at BKK immigration and refused entry?

120 comments

2 months ago

What should I do if my landlord refuses to provide the Tabien Baan for my Thailand Non-O visa extension?

74 comments

2 months ago

Why did the police contact American expats in Thailand?

95 comments

2 months ago

Why is Bangkok Bank requiring customers to hold 400k for 4 months before issuing a bank certificate for visa renewal?

247 comments

2 months ago

Can I extend my visa without the required bank deposit if the bank didn't ask about it?

136 comments

2 months ago

What should I do about my Qatar flight to Doha in light of the current war situation?

421 comments

2 months ago

What does my friend's visa on arrival stamp for 60 days mean given that his country is listed for only 15 days VOA?

77 comments

2 months ago

What are the advantages and disadvantages of notifying U.S. Social Security about moving to Thailand?

34 comments

2 months ago

Can I bring 450,000 Baht into Thailand without declaring it at immigration?

153 comments

2 months ago

What is a Certificate of Residence and how can it help expats in Thailand?

55 comments

2 months ago

How can I retrieve my TDAC arrival card number after accidentally deleting the email?

121 comments

2 months ago

Why did Bangkok Bank not provide necessary paperwork for my retirement visa renewal?

184 comments

2 months ago

What documents do I need to enter Thailand besides a passport?

233 comments

2 months ago

Can I organize a long-term visa for myself as an Australian citizen married to a Thai woman while living in Australia?

14 comments

2 months ago

Can I handle my NON O visa extension and 90-day report at the Bangkok immigration office if I reside in Pathum Thani?

5 comments

2 months ago

Why is it difficult to re-enter Thailand on a tourist visa after short trips abroad?

154 comments

2 months ago

Will Thai banks accept my coins for cash exchange?

384 comments

3 months ago

Is the cost of living in Thailand now 80% of that in Australia?

626 comments

3 months ago

What are the experiences and tips regarding the TDAC form at Thai immigration during peak season?

230 comments

4 months ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

52 comments

5 months ago

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

76 comments

5 months ago

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

32 comments

5 months ago

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

48 comments

5 months ago

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

14 comments

5 months ago

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

12 comments

6 months ago

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

105 comments

7 months ago

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

113 comments

7 months ago

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

40 comments

8 months ago

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

57 comments

8 months ago

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9 months ago

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

96 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?

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a month ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Surat Thani?

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a month ago

Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?

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a month ago

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