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QUESTIONS

What are the current quarantine rules for travelers arriving in Phuket during the COVID-19 pandemic?

22 comments

3 years ago

What tips can you share about COVID testing experiences in the Thailand Sandbox program?

20 comments

3 years ago

What are the current travel requirements and costs for visiting Phuket, Thailand?

15 comments

3 years ago

Is it worth it to deal with flight cancellations and travel restrictions in Thailand?

43 comments

3 years ago

What should I do if my flight is canceled and I need to change my Certificate of Entry (COE) for Thailand?

7 comments

3 years ago

What should I do if I have issues loading my vaccine card for the Phuket Sandbox scheme?

1 comments

3 years ago

Why is Facebook not translating Thai to English anymore?

116 comments

3 years ago

Do I need to fly with a specific airline to participate in the Phuket Sandbox project?

23 comments

3 years ago

What recent travel experiences to Bangkok have the expats shared amidst COVID-19 restrictions?

102 comments

4 years ago

What additional income documentation is required for a Thai retirement visa application?

10 comments

4 years ago

COMMENTS

How long does it take to transit for a domestic flight at Suvarnabhumi Airport coming from the Phuket Sandbox?

Kathy ****************

Can you transmit through Bangkok right now to Phuket I am not sure that that has been allowed yet as of the middle of August it was not

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What are the pros and cons of quarantining in Phuket versus Bangkok for an O-A visa holder traveling to Thailand?

Kathy ****************

Just did the quarantine in Phuket July 2021 ($1275.00 at the Marriott Merlin Beach), after doing one in Bangkok in November 2020 ($2500.00 at what we thought was a nice hotel... It was not).. We were on a O-A Retirement Visa.. If you have any questions you can PM me..

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Will a Florida background check suffice for an OA visa, and can my wife obtain one with an expiring passport?

Kathy ****************

if your wife is going on a OA Visa then she has to have her own money she cannot be on a joint checking account with you and use joint money as her income..

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Will a Florida background check suffice for an OA visa, and can my wife obtain one with an expiring passport?

Kathy ****************

I can definitely recommend the Marriott at Merlin Beach if you do the Phuket sandbox it was absolutely a wonderful quarantine stay and the price was half of what we paid for asq last fall

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Will a Florida background check suffice for an OA visa, and can my wife obtain one with an expiring passport?

Kathy ****************

We had to send ours to the embassy when we got our OA retirement Visa along with our background check..

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Will a Florida background check suffice for an OA visa, and can my wife obtain one with an expiring passport?

Kathy ****************

the Embassy will require Fingerprints... At least they did 2

10 months ago when we got ours..

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Will a Florida background check suffice for an OA visa, and can my wife obtain one with an expiring passport?

Kathy ****************

not for the DC Embassy... We are in NC and had ours done there.. Checks must come from State or federal level we were told..

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Will a Florida background check suffice for an OA visa, and can my wife obtain one with an expiring passport?

Kathy ****************

We were told SBI or FBI for the background check, we used the state.. You must he fingerprinted also, that can be done by a separate agency...

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What are the best visa options for a 75-year-old USA citizen seeking a four-month vacation in Thailand?

Kathy ****************

@Stuart ********

how sure are you of this..

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Is it too early to book an Alternative Quarantine hotel in Koh Samui for January?

Kathy ****************

We have been once in asq and once through the sandbox program I would not book anything until at least one month prior to leaving

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

223 comments

9 days ago

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

72 comments

11 days ago

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

45 comments

15 days ago

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

132 comments

25 days 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

3 months ago

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

60 comments

3 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

4 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

7 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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