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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?
0 comments
7 years ago
Can a non-B visa be obtained in Thailand after entering on an exemption stamp?
0 comments
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

What is the process for registering and taxing a second-hand car in Thailand?
AliJames *****
@Terry *******
 true that. He literally just opened the bonnet and looked at the engine for about 5 seconds and stamped my paper
5 years ago
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What is the process for registering and taxing a second-hand car in Thailand?
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@Anthony *****
 it is very true. I'm waiting right now for my car to be tested at the department of land transport.
5 years ago
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What is the process for registering and taxing a second-hand car in Thailand?
AliJames *****
@Monti *******
 Really helpful thanks, this was the part I was unsure about
5 years ago
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What is the process for registering and taxing a second-hand car in Thailand?
AliJames *****
It didn't come with any tax
5 years ago
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What is the process for registering and taxing a second-hand car in Thailand?
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@Gareth *******
 do I need this initially when I register the car?
5 years ago
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What is the process for registering and taxing a second-hand car in Thailand?
AliJames *****
@Steve ********
 yeah I meant the Thai equivalent
5 years ago
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What is the process for registering and taxing a second-hand car in Thailand?
AliJames *****
Car is 10 years old
5 years ago
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What is the process for registering and taxing a second-hand car in Thailand?
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@Thailand ***************************************
 Does it not need an MOT? Do they even have that here?
5 years ago
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What should I do if my Thai girlfriend who is a guarantor wants to withdraw from her guarantee for the car I am paying for?
AliJames *****
Find a new guarantor
5 years ago
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What are the options for transferring money from a Thai bank to an overseas bank, excluding PayPal?
AliJames *****
This is your best option to send to any overseas bank. Beats the rates the Thai banks offer. Thank me later.
5 years ago
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What are the current requirements for a Non-O Marriage visa extension in Thailand?
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Is $2,800 USD per month enough for a couple to retire comfortably in Chiang Mai, Thailand?
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Has the visa exemption rule in Thailand changed from 60 to 30 days?
203 comments
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Can you apply for a retirement visa in Thailand without having 800,000 baht?
318 comments
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How long does it take to apply for the LTR visa from Canada and what are the requirements?
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Why is Thailand considering changes to its visa-free entry policy?
56 comments
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Does flying business class into Thailand affect immigration scrutiny?
190 comments
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What should I do if I'm held at BKK immigration and refused entry?
120 comments
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What should I do if my landlord refuses to provide the Tabien Baan for my Thailand Non-O visa extension?
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Why did the police contact American expats in Thailand?
95 comments
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247 comments
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136 comments
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What should I do about my Qatar flight to Doha in light of the current war situation?
421 comments
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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
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of notifying U.S. Social Security about moving to Thailand?
34 comments
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Can I bring 450,000 Baht into Thailand without declaring it at immigration?
153 comments
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What is a Certificate of Residence and how can it help expats in Thailand?
55 comments
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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
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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
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a month ago
Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?
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