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QUESTIONS

Will the Thai government's requirements on phone number and bank account names affect expats?
1 comments
2 years ago
Who is Mr Shoma Fati Koko and why is he being discussed as a joke among Australians?
20 comments
2 years ago
What are the implications of working online in Thailand for expats?
8 comments
2 years ago
What are the current requirements for obtaining a 1-year Multiple Entry Non-O visa at the Savannakhet Consulate?
56 comments
2 years ago
What are the requirements for obtaining a Non-O visa from the embassy in Savanakhet?
0 comments
2 years ago
What are the current procedures for re-entry permits and immigration clearance at Thai airports?
17 comments
2 years ago
Is the 1-year multiple entry O visa (marriage) still available at Savannakhet?
10 comments
3 years ago
What app is AOT referring to and is it worth the cost?
4 comments
3 years ago
Why is there such a long queue at the Savannakhet consulate for visas?
47 comments
3 years ago
What is the validity period of the pink ID card in Thailand for foreigners?
34 comments
3 years ago
What do long-term residents think about Peray Stephane's new book and his experiences with visa renewals at the Immigration office?
4 comments
3 years ago
Why is it considered a bad idea to exchange Thai Baht in the UK?
39 comments
3 years ago
Why are haircut prices different for foreigners and Thais in Thailand?
149 comments
3 years ago
What are the latest developments regarding visa agency scams in Phuket?
8 comments
3 years ago
What should expats know about the visa extension scam in Phuket?
17 comments
4 years ago
What are the implications of Thailand's holidays on alcohol sales and travel during Songkran?
14 comments
4 years ago
What are the new entry conditions for vaccinated travellers to Thailand?
2 comments
4 years ago
What are the implications of the new visa application rules effective from March 1st concerning COVID-19 testing requirements?
9 comments
4 years ago
What are the challenges of dealing with alcohol dependence while living in Thailand?
9 comments
4 years ago
What are the steps to fly to Sandbox destinations in Thailand?
17 comments
4 years ago
What humorous observations can be made about posting in online groups?
28 comments
4 years ago
What does the latest announcement in the Royal Gazette mean for Thailand's visa regulations and arrival dates?
5 comments
4 years ago
What are the new requirements for SHA++ or SHA plus extra bookings for Thailand's Test and Go packages?
52 comments
4 years ago
What are the community's thoughts on the effectiveness of current Thai government websites and apps?
13 comments
4 years ago
What are the humorous ways people suggest using a Thaipass while visiting Thailand?
23 comments
4 years ago
What are the details of the new medical visa approved in Thailand?
13 comments
4 years ago
What are the recent updates and opinions about celebrating Christmas and New Year in Thailand amid new restrictions?
17 comments
4 years ago
What are the current requirements for traveling to Thailand under the Thailand Pass system?
19 comments
4 years ago
What changes can we expect with the introduction of the Thailand Pass system replacing the COE?
8 comments
4 years ago
Is the T8 form for Thailand a scam?
12 comments
4 years ago
What are the recent changes to visa rules and exemptions for Thailand?
59 comments
4 years ago
What is the latest quarantine advice from the LA embassy for travelers to Thailand?
34 comments
4 years ago
What are the details for vaccination availability in the Pattaya area this afternoon?
2 comments
4 years ago
What are some notable cartoons by Peray Stephane?
0 comments
5 years ago
What is the current status of COVID-19 vaccination for foreigners in Thailand?
8 comments
5 years ago
What are the new quarantine regulations for travelers in Thailand?
23 comments
5 years ago
Is the online reporting system for visa and immigration in Thailand operational again?
0 comments
5 years ago
What are the current quarantine rules for travelers to Thailand, particularly regarding vaccinated visitors?
31 comments
5 years ago
Are flights from the UK to Thailand really banned?
11 comments
5 years ago
How much time should I allow before my flight when leaving Thailand?
8 comments
5 years ago
What are the current quarantine regulations for travelers to Thailand?
2 comments
5 years ago
What are the latest updates on long-stay visas (STV) now available for all nationalities in Thailand?
110 comments
5 years ago
Can I book an Alternative State Quarantine (ASQ) through Thai Airways?
1 comments
5 years ago
What should I know about using the Thai Visa Center after the recent news?
84 comments
5 years ago
What is the process for returning to Thailand during quarantine, as shared by an expat?
16 comments
5 years ago
What is the process for returning to Thailand from Singapore during COVID-19?
0 comments
5 years ago
What are the current immigration and flight conditions for returning to Thailand?
67 comments
5 years ago
What are the current flight options from Thailand to the United States as of July 2020?
24 comments
5 years ago
Can holders of the Elite Visa enter Thailand during travel restrictions?
20 comments
5 years ago
What are the current entry requirements for foreigners traveling to Thailand amid COVID-19?
105 comments
6 years ago
What are the implications for Thailand's tourism and entry requirements as the region begins to open up?
22 comments
6 years ago
What happened during the recent shooting in Korat, Thailand?
12 comments
6 years ago
Is TM30 reporting still required for expats in Thailand?
8 comments
6 years ago
Are all businesses in Thailand closed during the holidays?
3 comments
6 years ago
What are the exceptions for the TM28 24-hour reporting requirement according to Phuket immigration?
0 comments
6 years ago
Do I need to file both TM30 and TM28 forms for my stay in Thailand?
15 comments
6 years ago
Is Saturday morning a good time to arrive at Suvarnabhumi Airport?
5 comments
6 years ago
Is it true that living in Thailand is better than in other countries?
0 comments
6 years ago
What are the current visa entry challenges for travelers to Thailand?
19 comments
6 years ago
How fast can you get through immigration and baggage claim at Thai airports?
16 comments
7 years ago
Why are tenants being charged for not filing a TM30 in Thailand?
47 comments
a year ago
What are the consequences of overstaying in Thailand for even one day?
42 comments
6 months ago
What are the current requirements for travelers from yellow fever listed countries entering Thailand?
12 comments
5 months ago

COMMENTS

Do I need permission from my husband to travel to Thailand with my son if I am a South African citizen?
Michael ********
Do you have same family name. If so it shouldnt be an issue.

I used to carry notarised letter from ex wife giving permission but never had to use it
a year ago
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Do I need to show monthly income if I have the required 800,000 baht for a retirement visa in Thailand?
Michael ********
You got time learn how to do yourself
a year ago
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What are the benefits of having a yellow house book in Thailand?
Michael ********
Useful for banks buying vehicles. Also when i was stuck in Singapore during covid think yellow book and pink ID card was one of things helped me get on a repatriation flight back to Thailand
a year ago
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Is it better to use an agency or apply myself for a Thai visitor visa to Australia?
Michael ********
@Shannon *******
 My wife has had no issues applying for it. First time was for business meeting so company paid for agent. No idea what different class means. Since then she has done on her own and she just said simple enough. I am not Australian so not sponsoring
a year ago
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Is it better to use an agency or apply myself for a Thai visitor visa to Australia?
Michael ********
My wife used an agency in trendy building first time she went (in trendy building bangkok) she did it herself subsequent visits
a year ago
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Do I need to apply for an ETA for traveling to Thailand in January-February?
Michael ********
@Bart *************
 its not likely to be abandoning visa exemption. Will probably be same as Singapore and Malaysia and its just an aid to the automatic immigration.
a year ago
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What are the visa options for foreign filmmakers working in Thailand?
Michael ********
This company can assist specifically for filming visas
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a year ago
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What are the consequences for overstaying a visa in Thailand for 8 years?
Michael ********
I knew a guy who was 15 years overstay once. Took advantage of tsunami and got on a repatriation flight back to UK with "loss of passport in tsunami"
a year ago
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Which is a better trip for a family: Hua Hin or Pattaya?
Michael ********
Good water parks in both cities which good activity. Both actually have some good activities depending upon your likes/dislikes. Pattaya does offer snorkelling day trips.

Pattaya can be family friendly we just taken nieces there
a year ago
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What are the best visa options for moving to Thailand to marry my girlfriend and potentially work?
Michael ********
@Declan *********
 you dont need a degree for all jobs. Just teaching ones
a year ago
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What are the experiences and tips regarding the TDAC form at Thai immigration during peak season?
230 comments
6 days ago
Are there issues with entering Thailand multiple times on a visa-exempt basis?
66 comments
7 days ago
What should I do if my workation visa application for Thailand was rejected without explanation?
347 comments
8 days ago
What is the process for opening a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?
64 comments
10 days ago
What was the immigration experience like upon landing in Bangkok with multiple visa stamps?
97 comments
20 days ago
What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?
52 comments
22 days ago
What are the current rules and concerns regarding visa exempt entries and extensions in Thailand?
1 comments
24 days ago
What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?
76 comments
a month ago
How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?
32 comments
a month 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
2 months ago
What is the process for obtaining a year extension of stay on a NON-O visa in Thailand?
37 comments
3 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
4 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
6 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
8 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
9 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 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
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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