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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

What are the challenges expats face with Bangkok Bank when changing phones or phone numbers?

Michael ********

Is the phone account in your name ?

Has to be matching now new regulations

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Can your wife's Non-B visa be canceled due to her pregnancy?

Michael ********

Check with company and maybe with lawyers sounds like maybe they trying to get rid of there responsibility. Depends on her contract for work.

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Do I and my Thai girlfriend need visas to travel from Bangkok to Da Nang, Vietnam?

Michael ********

If you British dont need Visa but if you are American you do. It all depends what passport you have. She doesnt need visa with a Thai passport

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What documents are required to apply for a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Jakarta, Indonesia?

Michael ********

Ah seems my questions answered i cant do in Singapore either yet. Hopefully soon

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If my flight arrives in Bangkok at 11:35 PM, will that affect the start date of my 60-day visa?

Michael ********

tried that once and then immigration officer snapped at me its time flight lands. I fly all over and one thing i have learnt is dont try and be smart to immigration officers. If go through later and they give extra day good if they dont what the fl@ck does it really matter

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If my flight arrives in Bangkok at 11:35 PM, will that affect the start date of my 60-day visa?

Michael ********

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

it all sounds dodgy they are paying compensation to duty free shops

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If my flight arrives in Bangkok at 11:35 PM, will that affect the start date of my 60-day visa?

Michael ********

was like that with quarantine had to do 16 days in Thailand, but works opposite way with visas

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If my flight arrives in Bangkok at 11:35 PM, will that affect the start date of my 60-day visa?

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If my flight arrives in Bangkok at 11:35 PM, will that affect the start date of my 60-day visa?

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I have had both happen with these late flights and one time dared to point it out IO said its time plane lands in Thailand.

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If my flight arrives in Bangkok at 11:35 PM, will that affect the start date of my 60-day visa?

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closed all duty free in arrivals today was in Bangkok post

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What are the experiences and tips regarding the TDAC form at Thai immigration during peak season?

230 comments

7 days ago

Are there issues with entering Thailand multiple times on a visa-exempt basis?

66 comments

8 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

11 days ago

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

97 comments

21 days ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

52 comments

23 days ago

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

1 comments

25 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

4 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

a year 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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