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QUESTIONS

What are the requirements for a NON-O visa extension based on retirement in Bangkok?

36 comments

8 months ago

Can I travel outside Thailand with a Non-O retirement visa and return without issues?

12 comments

10 months ago

Can I return to Thailand on a tourist visa while waiting for my non-O retirement visa to be processed?

10 comments

a year ago

How long does it take to receive a multiple-entry visa from the Thai embassy in Washington D.C.?

8 comments

a year ago

Can I use Wise to pay my landlord in Thailand while I'm abroad?

42 comments

a year ago

What is the best visa option for traveling back and forth to Thailand while considering retirement residency?

29 comments

a year ago

What documentation do I need to bring for an extension at the IT Square immigration office in Bangkok?

41 comments

a year ago

What should I do if AirAsia's website won't accept my U.S. phone number for booking?

43 comments

a year ago

Can I obtain a scooter license in Thailand while staying in an AirBnB in Bangkok?

10 comments

a year ago

How can I get Emgality or similar refrigerated medications in Thailand?

16 comments

2 years ago

What are some effective online resources or methods for learning Thai as a beginner?

33 comments

3 years ago

Can I get a scooter endorsement in Thailand if I can't in the US before my trip?

60 comments

3 years ago

COMMENTS

Do I need an e-visa for Cambodia when taking a van from Bangkok to Siem Reap?

Ruth *******

he’s not driving. Presumably, the company driving the van knows what THEY need.

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What are the best options for carrying money to Thailand without incurring high fees?

Ruth *******

So, you were also not given any rationale as to why you would need insurance for a deposit.

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What are the best options for carrying money to Thailand without incurring high fees?

Ruth *******

I understood that from your comment. Others have had a different experience.

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What are the best options for carrying money to Thailand without incurring high fees?

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@Paul ****************

I know it’s part of the process and it’s strongly pushed (some report having been refused accounts without it). I was just wondering if anyone had ever been given a rationale.

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What should I do if my J1 visa is expiring before I travel to Thailand and I received an email about the 6-month passport validity rule?

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That’s odd. Where was your onward ticket to when leaving Thailand? Was it back to Columbia? I have no experience in this area. Does someone else know why Thailand would care about her ability to return to the States?

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What are the best options for carrying money to Thailand without incurring high fees?

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Interesting. I never encountered that in the States with deposits. I guess there’s some connection between banking and insurance.

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What are the best options for carrying money to Thailand without incurring high fees?

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have you ever received an explanation for why one needs insurance to deposit money? I’ve never understood this, beyond the obvious simple scam of it all. Loans make sense, but why would a bank need insurance when they’re holding your money?

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Do I really have to buy life insurance to open a bank account at Bangkok Bank in Thailand?

Ruth *******

I’m actually pretty sure you did not. 🤣🤣🤣

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Do I really have to buy life insurance to open a bank account at Bangkok Bank in Thailand?

Ruth *******

so, you deleted your first comment then tried again? Either way, you’re changing your argument. Even if he’s wrong in what he’s saying (I’m not conceding that he is…I honestly don’t care), that doesn’t make you right. I learned that as a child. You attacked him for a statement he did not make…period.

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Do I really have to buy life insurance to open a bank account at Bangkok Bank in Thailand?

Ruth *******

OMG! Have you never seen the word “colour”. It’s English. How about licence?

Meanwhile, Brits say boot for trunk of a car, biscuit for a cookie, lift for an elevator, etc.

Are you saying that you don’t speak English?

Meanwhile, he said “50.000”. It was not unclear to anyone but you.

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What are the best recommendations for visa agents in Bangkok for those seeking a retirement or DTV visa?

223 comments

14 days ago

Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?

72 comments

16 days ago

What is the process and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

45 comments

20 days ago

How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?

132 comments

a month ago

Why do some members engage in bullying behavior online instead of offering constructive support?

155 comments

a month ago

What should I know about entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

109 comments

a month ago

What are the current visa fees and experiences for entering Laos from Thailand?

224 comments

a month ago

What are the experiences and processes for obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

71 comments

a month ago

What are the changes in Thai visa application procedures for Southeast Asian consulates starting October 8th?

71 comments

2 months ago

What are the new eVisa application procedures for Thai consulates in Southeast Asia starting October 8, 2024?

57 comments

2 months ago

What are the experiences and requirements of obtaining the DTV visa in Thailand?

106 comments

2 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

2 months ago

What are some experiences and tips for long-term stays in Thailand?

86 comments

2 months ago

What is the process and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

31 comments

3 months ago

What are the key guidelines and experiences regarding the new DTV visa for Thailand?

19 comments

3 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

3 months ago

What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?

18 comments

4 months ago

What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?

60 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa as a business owner in Thailand?

101 comments

4 months ago

What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?

64 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?

46 comments

4 months ago

How quickly can one get a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand as an Australian?

104 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

60 comments

4 months ago

What are the recent changes to Thailand's entry visa rules regarding unlimited land entries?

153 comments

4 months ago

What is the DTV visa and what are its employment restrictions in Thailand?

5 comments

4 months ago

What are the key features and requirements of Thailand's new DTV - Destination Thailand Visa?

134 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and details for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?

503 comments

4 months ago

What are the latest updates on the Thai DTV visa application process and its requirements?

193 comments

4 months ago

What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?

178 comments

4 months ago

What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?

48 comments

4 months ago

How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

79 comments

5 months ago

Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?

73 comments

6 months ago

What are the updates on the upcoming changes to Thailand's visa rules?

4 comments

6 months ago

Can I obtain Thai nationality by marrying my girlfriend in Pattaya?

164 comments

6 months ago

Why are there so many sarcastic comments on expat groups about Thailand?

267 comments

7 months ago

How efficient is the process for obtaining a 12-month visa in Pattaya's immigration office?

38 comments

7 months ago

What are the unique breakfast options and experiences in Thailand, particularly in Pattaya or Patong?

28 comments

7 months ago

What are the best Thai dating apps to meet women with regular jobs, excluding freelancers or working girls?

370 comments

7 months ago

What are the rules for re-entering Thailand on a tourist visa or visa exemption?

33 comments

7 months ago

Is it true that Thai passport holders will soon have visa exemption for entry to the UK and Australia?

105 comments

7 months ago

How did you successfully open a bank account in Thailand on a tourist visa?

93 comments

8 months ago

What are the best currency exchange options at Suvarnabhumi Airport for arrival?

175 comments

8 months ago

What are the benefits and application process for the LTR 'Wealthy Pensioner' Visa in Thailand?

1 comments

8 months ago

Why do people ask unanswerable questions about Thailand?

230 comments

8 months ago

What are the implications of the upcoming visa price increases at Thai consulates?

55 comments

9 months ago

What should you do if you receive a wrong entry stamp in Thailand?

31 comments

a year ago

How can I share my Thai visa experiences and get advice from the community?

3 comments

a year ago

Are Thai people really dishonest or is it just a stereotype?

191 comments

a year ago

What are the challenges of teaching English in Thailand as a foreigner?

309 comments

a year ago

Is Thailand really as heavenly as some expats claim, or are there hidden challenges?

221 comments

a year ago

Why is it prohibited to mention visa agents in this expat group?

32 comments

a year ago

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