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How do I get a re-entry permit at Phuket Airport?
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2 years ago
What happens to my extension of stay if I leave Thailand without a re-entry permit?
27 comments
2 years ago
What supporting documents are required for re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?
5 comments
2 years ago
What are the best government-approved Muay Thai gyms in Phuket, preferably in the Chalong or Rawai area?
18 comments
a year ago
Will HCMC or Hanoi accept a balance of 500K THB from two different bank accounts for immigration purposes?
8 comments
a year ago
How can I obtain a DTV visa in Thailand with evidence of funds through a sponsorship route?
1 comments
a year ago
Do I have to pay taxes on 1 million baht cash in Thailand if I live off it for two years?
88 comments
a year ago
Can you use Phuket King Muay Thai gym to obtain a DTV visa?
14 comments
a year ago
Can you apply for a Thai visa in HCMC with a current bank balance of 500k not held for 6 months?
2 comments
a year ago
Can I get a re-entry permit on a visa-exempt (60 days) entry in Thailand?
2 comments
a year ago
Will a Thai bank stamp a bank statement for verification purposes?
5 comments
a year ago
Will a deposit of 500k THB one day before applying for a visa be accepted?
19 comments
a year ago
Has anyone received an in-person interview call for HCMC?
1 comments
a year ago
Do I need to print out my DTV visa or can I show it on my phone?
27 comments
a year ago
Can I get a new bank card from Krungsri while on a DTV visa, or will they cancel my account?
4 comments
a year ago
Does exiting and re-entering Thailand reset the 90-day reporting requirement?
12 comments
a year ago
What are the details regarding the DTV and the new digital entry requirements in Thailand starting May 1st?
27 comments
a year ago

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What is the difference between the ED visa and the DTV visa for Muay Thai training in Thailand?
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So far its harder to exit and renter on Ed visa , you also need to pay for a re entry permit but may be denid entry if you can't speak thai with the officers. So if you are a frequent traveller the DTV is the much better option.....and the DTV works out cheaper (without tax)
a year ago
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How can I get the full DTV visa sticker in my passport instead of just the entry stamp?
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Although it would be nice you only get the small stamp now
a year ago
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How long did it take for your visa and your husband's visa to get approved, and which embassy did you use for the application?
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Which embassy did you apply at, how long for approval?
a year ago
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Is one week enough time to get a workcation visa approved in Ho Chi Minh City before returning to Thailand?
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Did you get approved yet?
a year ago
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What should I do if my eVisa is still processing close to my flight departure?
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@Alma **************
 once the visa comes through why don’t you take an overnight bus from Bangkok, I thinks it’s only 12 hour drive to HCMC?
a year ago
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What documentation is required for applying for a DTV visa in Savannakhet?
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basically do not apply in savannakhet without an agent, high chance they wont approve anything
a year ago
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What documentation is required for applying for a DTV visa in Savannakhet?
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Note: Savannakhet make it extremely difficult to apply for normal people without an agent
a year ago
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Will depositing 500,000 baht into my bank account shortly before applying for a visa raise any red flags?
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@Joel ******
 Currently No (vietnam and london), As long as your had at least some in it 100-300k? over the laast 6 months with contant transcations. If it goes from 0-500k baht the day before with no transacations over the last 6 months, then they will probably reject it. I emailed HCMC and Hanoi recently and they said it fine
a year ago
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Will depositing 500,000 baht into my bank account shortly before applying for a visa raise any red flags?
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Vietnam should accept also
a year ago
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Do I need to show proof of an onward journey when entering Thailand on a DTV visa?
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Nope because you can extend for one year
a year ago
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What should I do if my TM30 date doesn't match my residency certificate application at Jomtien Immigration?
74 comments
4 days ago
What advice is there for obtaining a Non-O visa extension in Thailand?
15 comments
11 days ago
What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?
194 comments
12 days ago
Why is it now recommended to obtain a Non-O visa before arriving in Thailand instead of applying in-country?
16 comments
14 days ago
What are the consequences of overstaying a visa in Thailand for one year?
323 comments
a month ago
Why are one-way flights from Bangkok to LAX priced around $1000?
478 comments
a month ago
What alternatives to Bangkok Bank do expats recommend for banking in Thailand?
155 comments
a month ago
What are the tax implications for depositing a UK pension into a Thai bank?
180 comments
a month ago
Do I need a visa to visit Thailand for 12 days as a first-time visitor?
35 comments
a month ago
What are the current requirements for a Non-O Marriage visa extension in Thailand?
50 comments
a month ago
What is the experience of applying for a Non-O Immigrant Visa based on Retirement in Thailand?
56 comments
a month ago
What are the implications of Wise launching services in Thailand for expats and digital nomads?
149 comments
a month ago
What are the current visa-exempt entry rules for Thailand and how do they affect tourists?
10 comments
a month ago
Is $2,800 USD per month enough for a couple to retire comfortably in Chiang Mai, Thailand?
428 comments
a month ago
Has the visa exemption rule in Thailand changed from 60 to 30 days?
203 comments
a month ago
Why does Bangkok Bank frequently lock expat accounts without notice?
240 comments
a month ago
Can you apply for a retirement visa in Thailand without having 800,000 baht?
318 comments
a month ago
How long does it take to apply for the LTR visa from Canada and what are the requirements?
11 comments
a month ago
Why is Thailand considering changes to its visa-free entry policy?
56 comments
2 months ago
Does flying business class into Thailand affect immigration scrutiny?
190 comments
2 months ago
What should I do if I'm held at BKK immigration and refused entry?
120 comments
2 months ago
What should I do if my landlord refuses to provide the Tabien Baan for my Thailand Non-O visa extension?
74 comments
2 months ago
Why did the police contact American expats in Thailand?
95 comments
2 months ago
Why is Bangkok Bank requiring customers to hold 400k for 4 months before issuing a bank certificate for visa renewal?
247 comments
2 months ago
Can I extend my visa without the required bank deposit if the bank didn't ask about it?
136 comments
2 months ago
What should I do about my Qatar flight to Doha in light of the current war situation?
421 comments
2 months ago
What does my friend's visa on arrival stamp for 60 days mean given that his country is listed for only 15 days VOA?
77 comments
2 months ago
What are the advantages and disadvantages of notifying U.S. Social Security about moving to Thailand?
34 comments
2 months ago
Can I bring 450,000 Baht into Thailand without declaring it at immigration?
153 comments
2 months ago
What is a Certificate of Residence and how can it help expats in Thailand?
55 comments
2 months ago
How can I retrieve my TDAC arrival card number after accidentally deleting the email?
121 comments
2 months ago
Why did Bangkok Bank not provide necessary paperwork for my retirement visa renewal?
184 comments
2 months ago
What documents do I need to enter Thailand besides a passport?
233 comments
2 months ago
Can I organize a long-term visa for myself as an Australian citizen married to a Thai woman while living in Australia?
14 comments
2 months ago
Can I handle my NON O visa extension and 90-day report at the Bangkok immigration office if I reside in Pathum Thani?
5 comments
2 months ago
Why is it difficult to re-enter Thailand on a tourist visa after short trips abroad?
154 comments
2 months ago
Will Thai banks accept my coins for cash exchange?
384 comments
3 months ago
Is the cost of living in Thailand now 80% of that in Australia?
626 comments
3 months ago
What are the experiences and tips regarding the TDAC form at Thai immigration during peak season?
230 comments
4 months ago
What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?
52 comments
5 months ago
What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?
76 comments
5 months ago
How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?
32 comments
5 months ago
What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?
48 comments
5 months ago
What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?
14 comments
5 months ago
What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?
12 comments
6 months ago
What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?
105 comments
7 months ago
What are the issues expats face with Bangkok Bank's account freezing policy?
113 comments
7 months ago
What experiences have others had with frozen bank accounts in Thailand?
40 comments
8 months ago
How can I recover money scammed by a visa agent in Thailand?
57 comments
8 months ago
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9 months ago
What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?
96 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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