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What are the best courier options for sending a passport from Rawai to Bangkok?
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3 years ago
What documentation do I need to prove the transfer of 800k baht for my O retirement visa application in Thailand?
19 comments
3 years ago
Do I need to deposit retirement funds in a Thai savings or current bank account for the O visa?
5 comments
3 years ago
How much notice do I need to apply for a retirement visa extension in Thailand?
7 comments
3 years ago
Do I need COVID insurance for 30 or 60 days when arriving in Phuket on a tourist visa?
9 comments
3 years ago
Is it worthwhile to use an agent for applying for an 'O' visa in Thailand?
43 comments
3 years ago
Has anyone used Currency Fair for transferring funds internationally for an 'O' visa in Thailand?
4 comments
3 years ago
How can I prove a 12-month deposit of 65,000 Thai Baht in a Thai bank if I just arrived?
15 comments
3 years ago
What are the requirements for opening a Kasikorn bank account in Rawai, Thailand?
4 comments
3 years ago
What are the latest updates on sealed flights from Bangkok to Phuket for international travelers?
5 comments
3 years ago
Can you fly into Phuket via Bangkok under the Test & Go arrival?
5 comments
3 years ago
Is the Non-Immigrant 'O' visa multi-entry or should I choose the 'OA' visa for retirement in Thailand?
18 comments
3 years ago
Do I need to have short-term medical insurance before switching to an annual policy for my retirement visa in Thailand?
1 comments
3 years ago
What documents are required to prove the transfer of 800k for a Thai O retirement visa application?
12 comments
3 years ago
What documents do I need to apply for an extension of stay based on retirement (O Visa) in Phuket?
13 comments
3 years ago
How do I apply for an extension based on retirement while on a 60-day visa in Thailand?
5 comments
3 years ago
How can you provide proof of 12 months deposit in a Thai bank for an O Visa if you've just arrived?
14 comments
3 years ago
How do I apply for a 90-day single entry visa and transition to a Non-Immigrant O visa in Thailand?
13 comments
3 years ago
Is the Non-O visa multi-entry and how does it compare to the Non-OA visa for retirement in Thailand?
15 comments
3 years ago
Do I need COVID-19 insurance and when should I switch to an annual health insurance policy for my Non-O visa in Thailand?
13 comments
3 years ago

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What documents do I need to apply for an extension of stay based on retirement (O Visa) in Phuket?
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@Robert ******
 The 800k has to be seasoned for 2 months prior to application, I only have 3 weeks left on my 60 day torist visa
3 years ago
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How do I apply for an extension based on retirement while on a 60-day visa in Thailand?
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@Ellie ******
 so during that time you immediately apply for a Thai bank account allow seasoning from offshore funds for 2 months.
3 years ago
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How much notice do I need to apply for a retirement visa extension in Thailand?
Mark *******
Good call, do I need Thai bank account details whilst applying for the Non-O. It seems to be very difficult if you are presently on a tourist visa
3 years ago
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How do I apply for an extension based on retirement while on a 60-day visa in Thailand?
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@Ellie ******
 Thanks, how long is the in-country Non-O based in retirement valid for@
3 years ago
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How much notice do I need to apply for a retirement visa extension in Thailand?
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@Stuart ********
 I am on day 15 of my initial 60 day tourist visa. Do I apply for a 30 day tourist extension, then another extension based on retirement or straight to extension based on retirement?
3 years ago
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Do I need COVID insurance for 30 or 60 days when arriving in Phuket on a tourist visa?
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@John ********
 As you are aware a lot of policies do not specify specific covid insurance which is mandated by the Thai Gov.
3 years ago
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Do I need COVID insurance for 30 or 60 days when arriving in Phuket on a tourist visa?
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@Brandon ***********
 covid insurance is a scam, proper travel insurance is not.
3 years ago
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How can I manage the overlapping timeframes for the Thai Pass and the 72-hour PCR test requirement?
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I assume you're not vaccinated.
3 years ago
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Can I extend my 30-day visa on arrival in Thailand to 60 days?
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Why not get a 60 day visa from your country? Will save several hours extending at Thai immigration.
3 years ago
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What are the requirements for obtaining a yearly extension based on retirement in Thailand regarding bank statements?
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@Ellie ******
 the 65k can be taken out immediately, used or sent back to original account abroad via Dee before being sent back again
3 years ago
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5 days ago
What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?
63 comments
10 days ago
What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?
306 comments
14 days ago
How did I successfully apply for a DTV visa after being denied entry into Thailand?
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14 days ago
What are some funny memes related to current events?
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19 days ago
What should I know about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before using it?
74 comments
22 days ago
What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?
133 comments
23 days ago
What is the experience of re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?
53 comments
a month ago
What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?
66 comments
2 months ago
What should I expect during my entry into Thailand with a DTV visa?
44 comments
2 months ago
What is the process for filing a 90 Day Report for Thailand visa holders?
48 comments
2 months ago
What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?
137 comments
2 months ago
Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?
428 comments
2 months ago
Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?
51 comments
2 months ago
How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?
197 comments
4 months ago
Who knows the woman accused of shoplifting in Nimman, Chiang Mai?
125 comments
4 months ago
What do I need to know about the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?
273 comments
5 months ago
What are the best recommendations for visa agents in Bangkok for those seeking a retirement or DTV visa?
223 comments
5 months ago
Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?
72 comments
5 months ago
How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?
132 comments
6 months ago
Why do some members engage in bullying behavior online instead of offering constructive support?
155 comments
6 months ago
What should I know about entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?
109 comments
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?
71 comments
6 months ago
What are the new eVisa application procedures for Thai consulates in Southeast Asia starting October 8, 2024?
57 comments
6 months ago
What are the experiences and requirements of obtaining the DTV visa in Thailand?
106 comments
7 months ago
What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?
146 comments
7 months ago
What are some experiences and tips for long-term stays in Thailand?
86 comments
7 months ago
What are the key guidelines and experiences regarding the new DTV visa for Thailand?
19 comments
8 months ago
How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?
270 comments
8 months ago
What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?
18 comments
8 months ago
What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?
60 comments
8 months ago
What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa as a business owner in Thailand?
101 comments
8 months ago
What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?
64 comments
9 months ago
What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?
46 comments
9 months ago
What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?
60 comments
9 months ago
What are the recent changes to Thailand's entry visa rules regarding unlimited land entries?
153 comments
9 months ago
What is the DTV visa and what are its employment restrictions in Thailand?
5 comments
9 months ago
What are the requirements and details for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?
503 comments
9 months ago
What are the latest updates on the Thai DTV visa application process and its requirements?
193 comments
9 months ago
What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?
178 comments
9 months ago
What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?
48 comments
9 months ago
How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?
79 comments
9 months ago
Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?
73 comments
a year ago
What are the updates on the upcoming changes to Thailand's visa rules?
4 comments
a year ago
Can I obtain Thai nationality by marrying my girlfriend in Pattaya?
164 comments
a year ago
How efficient is the process for obtaining a 12-month visa in Pattaya's immigration office?
38 comments
a year ago
What are the unique breakfast options and experiences in Thailand, particularly in Pattaya or Patong?
28 comments
a year ago
What are the best Thai dating apps to meet women with regular jobs, excluding freelancers or working girls?
370 comments
a year ago
What are the rules for re-entering Thailand on a tourist visa or visa exemption?
33 comments
a year ago
Is it true that Thai passport holders will soon have visa exemption for entry to the UK and Australia?
105 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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