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What is the current status of border crossings into Thailand and how are expats impacted?
28 comments
7 months ago
Why are the Cambodian borders closed until further notice?
29 comments
6 months ago
What are the implications of the new visa exempt entry restrictions in Thailand?
144 comments
a month ago

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What should I do if my Thai visa application is still processing and my flight is approaching?
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@Yvonnae *********
 it doesn't matter where you are working. Thailand treats online visa applications in exactly the same way they did when you had to attend in person and hand over your passport and application. It's just that now you hand them over electronically
10 days ago
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What should I know about re-entering Thailand with a DTV visa after traveling abroad?
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@Dom *******
 I've seen examples of people not handing over their visa with their passport being stamped in visa exempt for 60 days.
10 days ago
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What should I know about re-entering Thailand with a DTV visa after traveling abroad?
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@Johnny ******
 you seem unable to follow the simple instructions provided with the visa. Entitled much.
10 days ago
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What should I do if my Thai visa application is still processing and my flight is approaching?
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@Yvonnae *********
 you come ashore, go to the country you wish to apply through and remain there until the process completes
10 days ago
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Can I open a bank account in Thailand with a DTV visa?
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Unlikely
10 days ago
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What should I know about re-entering Thailand with a DTV visa after traveling abroad?
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You should print out the visa and hand it over with your passport
10 days ago
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Can I switch from a retirement visa to a marriage visa in Thailand, and what are the implications of leaving shortly after receiving a retirement visa?
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@Mike *****
 yes you can apply in a neighbouring country, i was only responding to your comment about applying from Canada (as opposed to in Canada)
10 days ago
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What are the differences between 'workstation' and 'soft power' visas in Thailand?
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Anonymous participant I somehow suspect it will be recorded in the computer system
10 days ago
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How long does the ฿800K need to be in the bank before renewing a retirement extension in Thailand?
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Officially its 2 months but some immigration offices want 3 months
10 days ago
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What are the differences between 'workstation' and 'soft power' visas in Thailand?
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Of course there's a difference. Workation is issued to allow you to work remotely from Thailand, soft power is issued to allow you to follow a soft power activity but without working.
10 days ago
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64 comments
4 days ago
What was the immigration experience like upon landing in Bangkok with multiple visa stamps?
97 comments
14 days ago
What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?
52 comments
16 days ago
What are the current rules and concerns regarding visa exempt entries and extensions in Thailand?
1 comments
18 days ago
What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?
76 comments
22 days ago
How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?
32 comments
25 days ago
What are the recent challenges and requirements for Non Imm. O visa extensions at Pattaya Immigration?
106 comments
a month ago
What are the banking limitations for DTV visa holders in Thailand?
122 comments
a month ago
What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?
48 comments
a month ago
What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?
14 comments
a month ago
What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?
12 comments
a month ago
How do I navigate tax obligations as a 180-day Thai Tax Resident?
96 comments
2 months ago
What is the process for obtaining a year extension of stay on a NON-O visa in Thailand?
37 comments
2 months ago
What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?
105 comments
3 months ago
How do I successfully reopen a frozen account with Bangkok Bank?
34 comments
3 months ago
What are the issues expats face with Bangkok Bank's account freezing policy?
113 comments
3 months ago
What experiences have others had with frozen bank accounts in Thailand?
40 comments
3 months ago
What are the current exchange rates for USD, AUD, and Euro to Thai Baht, and how do these rates affect expats in Thailand?
70 comments
4 months ago
Will I be allowed reentry to Thailand after my visa runs?
49 comments
4 months ago
How can I recover money scammed by a visa agent in Thailand?
57 comments
4 months ago
0 comments
5 months ago
What are the challenges and recommendations for opening a bank account in Thailand on a Non-O visa?
43 comments
5 months ago
What was your experience applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in Thailand?
18 comments
6 months ago
Has the Thai government changed the entry stamp duration from 60 to 30 days?
91 comments
7 months ago
What are the recent changes regarding Thai bank accounts for foreigners and how do they impact visa holders?
153 comments
7 months ago
How long did it take to obtain your LTR visa in Thailand, and what was your experience with the process?
40 comments
7 months ago
What are the differences between Thailand's visa exempt entry and tourist visa requirements?
50 comments
7 months ago
What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?
96 comments
7 months ago
What does the '60' on my visa stamp mean?
180 comments
7 months 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
8 months ago
Should I buy a house in Thailand in my girlfriend's name before marriage?
408 comments
8 months ago
What are the requirements for filling out the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for travelers and residents?
57 comments
8 months ago
What is the TDAC and what do you need to know about it before arriving in Thailand?
136 comments
8 months ago
What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?
63 comments
9 months ago
What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?
306 comments
9 months ago
How did I successfully apply for a DTV visa after being denied entry into Thailand?
85 comments
9 months ago
What is the process for extending a Digital Nomad Visa in Phuket for a family?
51 comments
9 months ago
What is the current exchange rate trend between the Pound and the Thai Baht?
178 comments
9 months ago
What are some funny memes related to current events?
14 comments
9 months ago
How can I expedite my Digital Nomad visa (DTV) application for Thailand?
36 comments
9 months ago
What should I know about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before using it?
74 comments
9 months ago
What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?
133 comments
9 months ago
What is the experience of re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?
53 comments
9 months ago
What are the requirements for a successful DTV extension application in Thailand?
85 comments
10 months ago
What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?
66 comments
10 months ago
What should I expect during my entry into Thailand with a DTV visa?
44 comments
10 months ago
What is the process for filing a 90 Day Report for Thailand visa holders?
48 comments
10 months ago
What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?
137 comments
10 months ago
Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?
428 comments
10 months ago
Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?
51 comments
a year ago
How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?
197 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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21 comments
a month ago
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16 comments
a month ago
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