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QUESTIONS

Will Thailand's proposal for a Schengen-like visa for Southeast Asia attract wealthy tourists?

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2 years ago

COMMENTS

Can I apply for a Thai eVisa while traveling abroad as a UK citizen?

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You'll need to apply through the embassy or consulate that serves your current location.

4 months ago

Can I apply for a Thai visa with 500k baht in my bank account, and what is the approval time in Ho Chi Minh?

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The announced processing time is five working days. Formally, there's no requirement for seasoning for 500K baht, but you'll need to confirm this with the consulate in Ho Chi Minh.

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4 months ago

Do Swedish citizens need a visa for stays longer than 30 days and is my passport valid for travel?

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Swedish passport holders still gets a 60 days visa exemption and free stay upon entry and in the discretion of the IO you’re standing in front of.

To enter Thailand or get boarded your passport always has to be valid for minimum six months upon entry.

4 months ago

What is the best visa option for retiring to Thailand, Non-O or OA, for someone coming from the UK?

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Best option is to apply for a regular Non-O first and then do an extension of stay, unless you want to maintain the mandatory Thai health insurance requirement for all your future extensions.

4 months ago

What are the visa rules and onward travel requirements for an Australian arriving in Thailand?

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@Paul *****

Formal requirements should always take precedence over general advice. In situations where specific documentation is required, it's crucial to comply to avoid issues. What would you do yourself the day you get asked without a onward ticket or a long stay visa?

4 months ago

What are the visa rules and onward travel requirements for an Australian arriving in Thailand?

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@Alan ******

The airline may also be subject to a fine of up to $10,000 USD in accordance with international regulations if a passenger is denied entry and fails to meet the necessary requirements for entering the Kingdom.

4 months ago

When does the Thai visa validity start - upon approval or based on travel dates?

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@Karim *****

yes, unfortunately you’re not entitled to visa exemption nor visa on arrival. It’s recommended to apply around 6 weeks before you intend to travel.

4 months ago

When does the Thai visa validity start - upon approval or based on travel dates?

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@Karim *****

yes, unfortunately that is correct because you have applied too early and should simply just apply for a new visa. How long do you want to stay and what passport do you have?

4 months ago

When does the Thai visa validity start - upon approval or based on travel dates?

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You receive the permitted stay granted by your visa at any time you enter during its validity period. The validity of your visa and the duration of stay it entitles you to are two separate things.

4 months ago

Can I open a Thai bank account on a tourist visa without a certified passport copy?

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For individuals holding a tourist visa, no bank account and seeking to apply for a retirement visa and one-year extension of stay, it may be beneficial to consult with

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for guidance on the application process. All one your own it’s unfortunately not possible anymore.

4 months ago