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QUESTIONS

Can I get a reentry permit in Patong or Blue Tree, Phuket?

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3 years ago

What paperwork do I need to change from a retirement visa to a marriage visa in Thailand?

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4 years ago

COMMENTS

What is the best visa option for a 53-year-old expat moving to Thailand with a Thai wife and child?

Ken ********

On a retirement extension you can't work at all on a marriage or a family extension you are able to get a work permit or volunteer. My friend went to an agent to get a Marriage extension and was told family extension was a better option

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What are the monthly living expenses I should consider when moving to Thailand with my family?

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Good international schools are expensive but can get decent 3 bedroom house from

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baht a month cost of living is good though it depends on what lifestyle you want to live

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Is it mandatory to have someone stay with you overnight in a Thai hospital, especially if you don't know anyone?

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My wife's stays when I'm in hospital and I stay when she has been it's not required but in most private hospitals it's allowed and catered for with a lounge in the rooms

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Is the retirement visa in Thailand renewed annually, and what are the requirements for permanent residency or citizenship?

Ken ********

you need a re entry permit or you visa is void if you leave the country without one that or a multiple entry permit

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What are the experiences of using Agoda for hotel bookings?

Ken ********

Use hotels.com every 10 nights booked you get a free night at the adverage price of the 10 you booked

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What are the steps to apply for a retirement visa in Thailand for a UK expat married to a Thai citizen?

Ken ********

@George ************

or 40k a month retirement is 800k or 62k a month from memory of I'm wrong I'm sure 30 people will correct this

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What are the steps to apply for a retirement visa in Thailand for a UK expat married to a Thai citizen?

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I'd come on a visa exempt 30 Day stay and sort my non o visa out here this way you'll only need a month's health insurance

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When will Thailand remove the Test and Go restrictions for backpackers?

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@Peter ******************

tell us what you really think

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Is it standard practice to return to the immigration office after one month for a marriage extension on a Non O visa in Thailand?

Ken ********

Phuket bank book has to be updated on the day you apply

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What are the issues and perspectives surrounding the Day 5 COVID test for tourists in Thailand?

Ken ********

It's easier to get into Thailand than Australia just ask Novak Djokovic

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Has the Thai government changed the entry stamp duration from 60 to 30 days?

91 comments

12 days ago

What are the recent changes regarding Thai bank accounts for foreigners and how do they impact visa holders?

153 comments

22 days ago

How long did it take to obtain your LTR visa in Thailand, and what was your experience with the process?

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22 days ago

What are the differences between Thailand's visa exempt entry and tourist visa requirements?

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a month ago

What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?

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a month ago

What does the '60' on my visa stamp mean?

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a month ago

What are the challenges and considerations for a foreign man wanting to marry a Thai woman and bring her to the UK?

198 comments

2 months ago

What are the requirements for filling out the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for travelers and residents?

57 comments

2 months ago

What is the TDAC and what do you need to know about it before arriving in Thailand?

136 comments

2 months ago

What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?

63 comments

2 months ago

What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?

306 comments

2 months ago

How did I successfully apply for a DTV visa after being denied entry into Thailand?

85 comments

2 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

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3 months ago

What should I know about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before using it?

74 comments

3 months ago

What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?

133 comments

3 months ago

What is the experience of re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?

53 comments

3 months ago

What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?

66 comments

4 months ago

What should I expect during my entry into Thailand with a DTV visa?

44 comments

4 months ago

What is the process for filing a 90 Day Report for Thailand visa holders?

48 comments

4 months ago

What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?

137 comments

4 months ago

Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?

428 comments

4 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

4 months ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

6 months ago

Who knows the woman accused of shoplifting in Nimman, Chiang Mai?

125 comments

6 months ago

What do I need to know about the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

273 comments

7 months ago

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

223 comments

7 months ago

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

72 comments

7 months ago

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

132 comments

8 months ago

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

155 comments

8 months ago

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

109 comments

8 months ago

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

224 comments

8 months ago

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

71 comments

8 months ago

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

57 comments

8 months ago

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

106 comments

8 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

9 months ago

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

86 comments

9 months ago

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

19 comments

10 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

10 months ago

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

18 comments

10 months ago

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

60 comments

10 months ago

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

101 comments

10 months ago

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

64 comments

a year ago

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

46 comments

a year ago

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

60 comments

a year ago

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

153 comments

a year ago

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

5 comments

a year ago

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

503 comments

a year ago

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

193 comments

a year ago

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

178 comments

a year ago

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

48 comments

a year ago

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

79 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?

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a month ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Surat Thani?

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a month ago

Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?

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a month ago

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