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QUESTIONS

What is the process for obtaining a Residence Certificate and Medical Certificate for a Thai driving licence in Sa Kaeo?

12 comments

2 years ago

What can I see and do near Savannakhet while waiting for my Non-O visa?

3 comments

3 years ago

What are the requirements and current process for extending my tourist visa in Sa Kaeo, Thailand?

2 comments

3 years ago

What are the correct procedures and forms for extending a tourist visa in Thailand?

8 comments

4 years ago

What are the steps and fees involved in filing a TM30 for the Phuket Sandbox?

1 comments

4 years ago

COMMENTS

When is the Soonest I Can Apply for a Non O Extension in Sukhothai?

Graham ******

so you've been using the 40k transfer method for many years as most Immigration Offices no longer allow new applications to use this method

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When is the Soonest I Can Apply for a Non O Extension in Sukhothai?

Graham ******

Correct as there are differences from office to office so your local Immigration Office checklist is the place to start then come here with any questions

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What are the best visa options for transitioning from a spouse-based visa in Thailand due to relationship issues?

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@Greg **********

I doubt very much that the OP currently has a work permit so the change to retirement extension would be like-for-like

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How long does it take to get a blue book and does it aid in opening a bank account as a foreign spouse in Thailand?

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Have you tried to open a bank account with your Non-O, a Thai sim registered to your passport and a CofR from Immigration?

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What happens if I forget to do the 90-day report on a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

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@Jan *****************

yes, 2000B whether 8 days late or 8 months late so if already day 8 or later forget about it until the next extension is due otherwise you could pay another 2000B for another missed report in the same period

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Can I renew my retirement visa at a different immigration office in Thailand?

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Normally your first Extension of Stay based on a Non-O issued in country has to be at the same Immigration office that issued the original Non-O. If you are travelling to Phuket, for example, you can ask them if it is possible to get your first extension there,

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Can I obtain a retirement visa in Thailand while on a tourist visa without a Non-O or a Thai bank account?

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@Marta ***********

correct unless your Embassy still provides the income affidavit

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Can I obtain a retirement visa in Thailand while on a tourist visa without a Non-O or a Thai bank account?

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

the Non-O can be obtained in country if the applicant is lucky enough to have a passport from one of the countries whose Embassy still does the income affidavit

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What happens to my DTV application if I travel to Thailand without it?

Graham ******

if his visa is issued he can still use it for a later entry and the rest of the 5 years ;)

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What happens to my DTV application if I travel to Thailand without it?

Graham ******

and lose the application fee ;)

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What is the process for opening a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?

53 comments

2 days ago

What was the immigration experience like upon landing in Bangkok with multiple visa stamps?

97 comments

12 days ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

52 comments

14 days ago

What are the current rules and concerns regarding visa exempt entries and extensions in Thailand?

1 comments

16 days ago

What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?

76 comments

21 days ago

How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?

32 comments

23 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

3 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

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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

5 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

8 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

9 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

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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