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QUESTIONS

What are the best courier options for sending a passport from Rawai to Bangkok?

7 comments

2 years ago

What documentation do I need to prove the transfer of 800k baht for my O retirement visa application in Thailand?

19 comments

2 years ago

Do I need to deposit retirement funds in a Thai savings or current bank account for the O visa?

5 comments

2 years ago

How much notice do I need to apply for a retirement visa extension in Thailand?

7 comments

2 years ago

Do I need COVID insurance for 30 or 60 days when arriving in Phuket on a tourist visa?

9 comments

2 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

2 years ago

What documents do I need to apply for an extension of stay based on retirement (O Visa) in Phuket?

13 comments

2 years ago

How do I apply for an extension based on retirement while on a 60-day visa in Thailand?

5 comments

2 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

COMMENTS

How much notice do I need to apply for a retirement visa extension in Thailand?

Mark *******

@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?

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Do I need COVID insurance for 30 or 60 days when arriving in Phuket on a tourist visa?

Mark *******

As you are aware a lot of policies do not specify specific covid insurance which is mandated by the Thai Gov.

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Do I need COVID insurance for 30 or 60 days when arriving in Phuket on a tourist visa?

Mark *******

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

covid insurance is a scam, proper travel insurance is not.

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How can I manage the overlapping timeframes for the Thai Pass and the 72-hour PCR test requirement?

Mark *******

I assume you're not vaccinated.

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Can I extend my 30-day visa on arrival in Thailand to 60 days?

Mark *******

Why not get a 60 day visa from your country? Will save several hours extending at Thai immigration.

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What are the requirements for obtaining a yearly extension based on retirement in Thailand regarding bank statements?

Mark *******

the 65k can be taken out immediately, used or sent back to original account abroad via Dee before being sent back again

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What are the requirements for obtaining a yearly extension based on retirement in Thailand regarding bank statements?

Mark *******

I don't understand why anyone would want to keep 800k tied up in a bank account after year 1. Surely if you were depositing an additional 65k per month from the beginning of your 1st extension based on retirement, you then have 12 month's statement based on regular income so the 800k is no longer needed?

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What are the cost-effective insurance options for Thailand's travel requirements?

Mark *******

The way I read the t&c, booking 14 days in advance of travel, you don't need PCR test.

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What are the cost-effective insurance options for Thailand's travel requirements?

Mark *******

when you travelling?

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What are the cost-effective insurance options for Thailand's travel requirements?

Mark *******

If you purchase FWD immediately you will need confirmation of a pcr test, unless the coverage starts 14 days later. Seems to be one of the cheapest.

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

223 comments

14 days ago

Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?

72 comments

16 days ago

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

45 comments

20 days ago

How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?

132 comments

a month ago

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

155 comments

a month ago

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

109 comments

a month ago

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

224 comments

a month ago

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

71 comments

a month ago

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

71 comments

2 months ago

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

57 comments

2 months ago

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

106 comments

2 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

2 months ago

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

86 comments

2 months ago

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

31 comments

3 months ago

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

19 comments

3 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

3 months ago

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

18 comments

4 months ago

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

60 comments

4 months ago

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

101 comments

4 months ago

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

64 comments

4 months ago

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

46 comments

4 months ago

How quickly can one get a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand as an Australian?

104 comments

4 months ago

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

60 comments

4 months ago

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

153 comments

4 months ago

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

5 comments

4 months ago

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

134 comments

4 months ago

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

503 comments

4 months ago

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

193 comments

4 months ago

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

178 comments

4 months ago

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

48 comments

4 months ago

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

79 comments

5 months ago

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

73 comments

6 months ago

What are the updates on the upcoming changes to Thailand's visa rules?

4 comments

6 months ago

Can I obtain Thai nationality by marrying my girlfriend in Pattaya?

164 comments

6 months ago

Why are there so many sarcastic comments on expat groups about Thailand?

267 comments

7 months ago

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

38 comments

7 months ago

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

28 comments

7 months ago

What are the best Thai dating apps to meet women with regular jobs, excluding freelancers or working girls?

370 comments

7 months ago

What are the rules for re-entering Thailand on a tourist visa or visa exemption?

33 comments

7 months ago

Is it true that Thai passport holders will soon have visa exemption for entry to the UK and Australia?

105 comments

7 months ago

How did you successfully open a bank account in Thailand on a tourist visa?

93 comments

8 months ago

What are the best currency exchange options at Suvarnabhumi Airport for arrival?

175 comments

8 months ago

What are the benefits and application process for the LTR 'Wealthy Pensioner' Visa in Thailand?

1 comments

8 months ago

Why do people ask unanswerable questions about Thailand?

230 comments

8 months ago

What are the implications of the upcoming visa price increases at Thai consulates?

55 comments

9 months ago

What should you do if you receive a wrong entry stamp in Thailand?

31 comments

a year ago

How can I share my Thai visa experiences and get advice from the community?

3 comments

a year ago

Are Thai people really dishonest or is it just a stereotype?

191 comments

a year ago

What are the challenges of teaching English in Thailand as a foreigner?

309 comments

a year ago

Is Thailand really as heavenly as some expats claim, or are there hidden challenges?

221 comments

a year ago

Why is it prohibited to mention visa agents in this expat group?

32 comments

a year ago

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