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QUESTIONS

What is the typical processing time for a Thailand non-O visa application at the Chicago office?

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a year ago

What should I do if my Non-O visa application is delayed before my flight to Thailand?

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a year ago

COMMENTS

What are the challenges and considerations for a foreign man wanting to marry a Thai woman and bring her to the UK?

Dana ******

I agree with you. I also agree there is no problem with the age difference... I have seen age does not mean the same thing as it does in the West.

I do need to remind you that you sound like the "but my girl is different" horror stories we all hear about.

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What are the best long-term residency options for expats in Thailand?

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In my experience getting the Thai bank account was the biggest hurdle. Working with immigration is easy. They seem to really want to help.

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What organization can I contact to complain about a hotel in Pattaya without hot water?

Dana ******

It Thailand hot water is a privilege, not a right. 🤣🤣🤣

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How much should I budget for living costs in Chiang Mai, Thailand for my wife and me?

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I would think a couple could live nicely on $25,000/yr. (US).

Don't forget about those one-time first expenses like a car, insurance, bed, household items... that's where my budget was surprised.

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How does PromptPay work for payments in Thailand, and can expatriates use it safely?

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, it is very challenging without a long-term visa and/or certificate of residency. Once you have that bank account, their online service is amazing.

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How does PromptPay work for payments in Thailand, and can expatriates use it safely?

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Thai bank account... QR code is so convenient. Makes the west feel 100 years behind.

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What are the best places to visit and activities to do in Thailand during a 20-day trip on a budget?

Dana ******

Here's the best advice. Don't try to do it all at once. You will be back.

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What is the typical processing time for a Thailand non-O visa application at the Chicago office?

Dana ******

I was expecting "up to" 10 days. Taking a month had me concerned. This is why I wanted to share so people. An set their expectations.

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What is the typical processing time for a Thailand non-O visa application at the Chicago office?

Dana ******

Good memory,

. I bumped my date up and flight now leaves Sunday the 17th. I got very lucky with the visa.

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What should I do if my Non-O visa application is delayed before my flight to Thailand?

Dana ******

Thanks.

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What are the differences between Thailand's visa exempt entry and tourist visa requirements?

49 comments

6 days ago

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

96 comments

8 days ago

What does the '60' on my visa stamp mean?

180 comments

9 days ago

What are the challenges and considerations for a foreign man wanting to marry a Thai woman and bring her to the UK?

198 comments

22 days ago

What are the requirements for filling out the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for travelers and residents?

57 comments

a month ago

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

136 comments

a month ago

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

63 comments

a month ago

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

306 comments

2 months ago

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85 comments

2 months ago

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178 comments

2 months ago

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14 comments

2 months ago

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

74 comments

2 months ago

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

133 comments

2 months ago

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

53 comments

2 months ago

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

66 comments

3 months ago

What should I expect during my entry into Thailand with a DTV visa?

44 comments

3 months ago

What is the process for filing a 90 Day Report for Thailand visa holders?

48 comments

3 months ago

What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?

137 comments

3 months ago

Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?

428 comments

3 months ago

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51 comments

4 months ago

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5 months ago

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273 comments

6 months ago

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223 comments

6 months ago

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72 comments

6 months ago

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132 comments

7 months ago

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155 comments

7 months ago

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109 comments

7 months ago

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224 comments

7 months ago

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

71 comments

7 months ago

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

57 comments

8 months ago

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106 comments

8 months ago

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146 comments

8 months ago

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86 comments

8 months ago

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9 months ago

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9 months ago

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18 comments

9 months ago

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

60 comments

10 months ago

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

101 comments

10 months ago

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

64 comments

10 months ago

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

46 comments

10 months ago

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

60 comments

10 months ago

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

153 comments

10 months ago

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5 comments

10 months ago

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503 comments

10 months ago

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

193 comments

10 months ago

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

178 comments

10 months ago

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

48 comments

10 months ago

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

79 comments

10 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

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

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a month ago

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a month ago

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