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QUESTIONS

What are the current quarantine rules for travelers arriving in Phuket during the COVID-19 pandemic?
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4 years ago
What tips can you share about COVID testing experiences in the Thailand Sandbox program?
20 comments
4 years ago
What are the current travel requirements and costs for visiting Phuket, Thailand?
15 comments
4 years ago
Is it worth it to deal with flight cancellations and travel restrictions in Thailand?
43 comments
4 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
4 years ago
What should I do if I have issues loading my vaccine card for the Phuket Sandbox scheme?
1 comments
4 years ago
Why is Facebook not translating Thai to English anymore?
116 comments
4 years ago
Do I need to fly with a specific airline to participate in the Phuket Sandbox project?
23 comments
4 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
5 years ago

COMMENTS

Do I need an FBI background check for a Non O-A visa or can I use a state agency?
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 we are using the Washington Embassy and they told us we could only use the state Bureau of Investigation so we went with that in North Carolina
5 years ago
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Do I need an FBI background check for a Non O-A visa or can I use a state agency?
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Also if you are going as a husband and wife the income is not a joint income if an individual
5 years ago
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Do I need an FBI background check for a Non O-A visa or can I use a state agency?
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It cannot be done through any local or State Police it has to be your states SBI we just had ours Done..
5 years ago
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Do I need an FBI background check for a Non O-A visa or can I use a state agency?
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From experience in the last 2 weeks you have to get it from your state Bureau of Investigation and you have to be fingerprinted
5 years ago
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What additional income documentation is required for a Thai retirement visa application?
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Okay in case this retirement Visa for one year does not work does anyone know if they are issuing 90-day tourist visas from the United States we just want to see our children and our grandchildren any way we can
5 years ago
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What additional income documentation is required for a Thai retirement visa application?
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Thanks for the info! However for a 1 year you do not have to have money on thai account..
5 years ago
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Can a foreign non-Thai citizen stay in the same ASQ hotel with their Thai wife and daughter during quarantine?
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We have been finding that a lot of hotels will let you stay together and a lot are giving discounts up to 20%
5 years ago
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Can I apply for a retirement visa to enter Thailand through the Los Angeles consulate?
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 not for a one year
5 years ago
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Can I apply for a retirement visa to enter Thailand through the Los Angeles consulate?
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That has just been put on the embassy web pages in The Last 5 days about the processing fee and it's non-refundable if you're not approved
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Can I apply for a retirement visa to enter Thailand through the Los Angeles consulate?
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 no the $200 is for a processing fee it's $80 for a one-year single entry Visa is even more for a 5-year Visa because it's a multiple entry
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What is the TDAC and what do you need to know about it before arriving in Thailand?
136 comments
15 days ago
What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?
63 comments
19 days ago
What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?
306 comments
23 days ago
How did I successfully apply for a DTV visa after being denied entry into Thailand?
85 comments
23 days ago
What is the current exchange rate trend between the Pound and the Thai Baht?
178 comments
25 days ago
What are some funny memes related to current events?
14 comments
a month ago
What should I know about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before using it?
74 comments
a month ago
What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?
133 comments
a month ago
What is the experience of re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?
53 comments
a month ago
What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?
66 comments
2 months ago
What should I expect during my entry into Thailand with a DTV visa?
44 comments
2 months ago
What is the process for filing a 90 Day Report for Thailand visa holders?
48 comments
2 months ago
What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?
137 comments
2 months ago
Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?
428 comments
2 months ago
Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?
51 comments
3 months ago
How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?
197 comments
4 months ago
What is the best time to visit Thailand to avoid crowds and enjoy good weather?
95 comments
4 months ago
Who knows the woman accused of shoplifting in Nimman, Chiang Mai?
125 comments
4 months ago
What do I need to know about the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?
273 comments
5 months ago
What are the best recommendations for visa agents in Bangkok for those seeking a retirement or DTV visa?
223 comments
6 months ago
Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?
72 comments
6 months ago
How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?
132 comments
6 months ago
Why do some members engage in bullying behavior online instead of offering constructive support?
155 comments
6 months ago
What should I know about entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?
109 comments
6 months ago
What are the current visa fees and experiences for entering Laos from Thailand?
224 comments
6 months ago
What are the experiences and processes for obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?
71 comments
7 months ago
What are the changes in Thai visa application procedures for Southeast Asian consulates starting October 8th?
71 comments
7 months ago
What are the new eVisa application procedures for Thai consulates in Southeast Asia starting October 8, 2024?
57 comments
7 months ago
What are the experiences and requirements of obtaining the DTV visa in Thailand?
106 comments
7 months ago
What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?
146 comments
7 months ago
What are some experiences and tips for long-term stays in Thailand?
86 comments
7 months ago
What are the key guidelines and experiences regarding the new DTV visa for Thailand?
19 comments
8 months ago
How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?
270 comments
8 months ago
What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?
18 comments
9 months ago
What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?
60 comments
9 months ago
What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa as a business owner in Thailand?
101 comments
9 months ago
What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?
64 comments
9 months ago
What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?
46 comments
9 months ago
What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?
60 comments
9 months ago
What are the recent changes to Thailand's entry visa rules regarding unlimited land entries?
153 comments
9 months ago
What is the DTV visa and what are its employment restrictions in Thailand?
5 comments
9 months ago
What are the key features and requirements of Thailand's new DTV - Destination Thailand Visa?
134 comments
9 months ago
What are the requirements and details for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?
503 comments
9 months ago
What are the latest updates on the Thai DTV visa application process and its requirements?
193 comments
9 months ago
What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?
178 comments
9 months ago
What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?
48 comments
10 months ago
How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?
79 comments
10 months ago
Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?
73 comments
a year ago
What are the updates on the upcoming changes to Thailand's visa rules?
4 comments
a year ago
Can I obtain Thai nationality by marrying my girlfriend in Pattaya?
164 comments
a year ago
How efficient is the process for obtaining a 12-month visa in Pattaya's immigration office?
38 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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