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QUESTIONS

What are my options for staying in Thailand while teaching online after moving to a village?

19 comments

2 years ago

What do I need to know about applying for a Thai residence permit?

8 comments

2 years ago

Will I be fined if my 90-day report isn't confirmed by the due date due to holidays in Thailand?

3 comments

2 years ago

Where should I go for my 90-day report, Chang Wattana or Laski iTech?

3 comments

3 years ago

Can I extend my visa exempt stay in Thailand and transition to a work visa given my employment situation and marriage to a Thai national?

2 comments

4 years ago

Can I get a one-year multi-entry visa based on marriage in Laos, and is there a van service for visa runs?

22 comments

4 years ago

What are the benefits of having a yellow house book and a pink ID card in Thailand?

48 comments

5 years ago

Will I need to quarantine upon returning to Thailand after vaccination and what visa should I apply for?

38 comments

5 years ago

Can I enter Thailand on a visa-exempt basis and then apply for a marriage visa afterward?

22 comments

5 years ago

What is the correct order to obtain a Thai Non-O visa, Certificate of Entry (COE), and book a flight from China?

12 comments

5 years ago

Is there a grace period for the 90-day report in Thailand during the holidays?

2 comments

2 years ago

Can I get a multiple entry visa after already applying online if my existing visa is delayed?

40 comments

4 years ago

How Can I Apply for a 60 Day Non-O Visa While in Thailand Without My Birth Certificate?

14 comments

6 years ago

Can I Extend My Visa in Thailand After March 7 If My School Remains Closed?

15 comments

6 years ago

Can I get a visa on arrival in Thailand after a 30-day visa and returning for a one-year Non-O visa based on marriage?

3 comments

7 years ago

Can I obtain a one year multi-entry visa for Thailand if I frequently visit while working in China?

0 comments

7 years ago

Do I need a tourist visa to stay in Thailand after my current visa is cancelled on September 30th?

0 comments

7 years ago

Do I need a work permit to teach online to European students while living in Thailand?

35 comments

2 years ago

Can I switch from a work visa to a DTV visa while teaching online in Thailand?

19 comments

2 years ago

What is causing delays in Wise money transfers to Thailand?

36 comments

a year ago

Is it true that all mail from Thailand to the US is being suspended?

9 comments

8 months ago

What do I need to know about applying for Thai citizenship through the points system?

59 comments

6 months ago

What are the visa options for a British expat married to a Thai national who wants to work online and can't afford the 800k requirement?

22 comments

4 months ago

What are the current requirements for a marriage visa in Thailand based on income, and can income from working online be considered?

38 comments

3 months ago

What is the process for getting a new visa after canceling my work permit in Thailand, and can I convert to a marriage or retirement visa without leaving the country?

19 comments

2 months ago

Can I obtain a tourist visa in Vientiane and switch to a retirement visa afterward?

25 comments

2 months ago

COMMENTS

What should I do if my Wise account is restricted and I received contradictory information from their AI assistant?

Colin ********

But I've had the same with virtually every bank

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What should I do if my Wise account is restricted and I received contradictory information from their AI assistant?

Colin ********

I had this last week and it was unrestricted within 2 hours.

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Is tourism in Thailand noticeably down and how are the streets currently?

Colin ********

Malc Brown Don't believe all on FAKEBOOK, most are old vdo

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What is the best visa option for someone moving to Thailand to teach English while having a background in mental health counseling?

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WhitePhoenix5046 crazy, my rent, water and electric is 6000thb (180 USD)

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What alternatives to Bangkok Bank do expats recommend for banking in Thailand?

Colin ********

I use SCB, Kasikorn and K-Bank, never had any issues with any of them.

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Is it possible to obtain a 90-day Non-O visa annually for stays in Thailand without keeping 800K THB in the bank?

Colin ********

Yang Song of, that's a pity. It used to be a very good alternative to the marriage or retirement visa

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Why did the police contact American expats in Thailand?

Colin ********

Wow the delusion of Americans here is mind boggling. YOUR President threatens Canada, Europ, and Greenland, has stolen and hijacked oil tankers, kidnapped a president and annexed a country and now brings us ALL to the brink of WWWIII and what do you do about it? Denie, denie denie! Time to wake up and put it right. He is destroying world peace, and that's on YOU

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Can I obtain a tourist visa in Vientiane and switch to a retirement visa afterward?

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@John *********

I don't think they've cancelled my visa yet

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Can I obtain a tourist visa in Vientiane and switch to a retirement visa afterward?

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@John *********

stopped already

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Can I obtain a tourist visa in Vientiane and switch to a retirement visa afterward?

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Ant W Tailor can you recommend one

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What should I do if my TM30 date doesn't match my residency certificate application at Jomtien Immigration?

74 comments

4 days ago

What advice is there for obtaining a Non-O visa extension in Thailand?

15 comments

11 days ago

What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?

194 comments

12 days ago

Why is it now recommended to obtain a Non-O visa before arriving in Thailand instead of applying in-country?

16 comments

14 days ago

What are the consequences of overstaying a visa in Thailand for one year?

323 comments

a month ago

Why are one-way flights from Bangkok to LAX priced around $1000?

478 comments

a month ago

What alternatives to Bangkok Bank do expats recommend for banking in Thailand?

155 comments

a month ago

What are the tax implications for depositing a UK pension into a Thai bank?

180 comments

a month ago

Do I need a visa to visit Thailand for 12 days as a first-time visitor?

35 comments

a month ago

What are the current requirements for a Non-O Marriage visa extension in Thailand?

50 comments

a month ago

What is the experience of applying for a Non-O Immigrant Visa based on Retirement in Thailand?

56 comments

a month ago

What are the implications of Wise launching services in Thailand for expats and digital nomads?

149 comments

a month ago

What are the current visa-exempt entry rules for Thailand and how do they affect tourists?

10 comments

a month ago

Is $2,800 USD per month enough for a couple to retire comfortably in Chiang Mai, Thailand?

428 comments

a month ago

Has the visa exemption rule in Thailand changed from 60 to 30 days?

203 comments

a month ago

Why does Bangkok Bank frequently lock expat accounts without notice?

240 comments

a month ago

Can you apply for a retirement visa in Thailand without having 800,000 baht?

318 comments

a month ago

How long does it take to apply for the LTR visa from Canada and what are the requirements?

11 comments

a month ago

Why is Thailand considering changes to its visa-free entry policy?

56 comments

a month ago

Does flying business class into Thailand affect immigration scrutiny?

190 comments

2 months ago

What should I do if I'm held at BKK immigration and refused entry?

120 comments

2 months ago

What should I do if my landlord refuses to provide the Tabien Baan for my Thailand Non-O visa extension?

74 comments

2 months ago

Why did the police contact American expats in Thailand?

95 comments

2 months ago

Why is Bangkok Bank requiring customers to hold 400k for 4 months before issuing a bank certificate for visa renewal?

247 comments

2 months ago

Can I extend my visa without the required bank deposit if the bank didn't ask about it?

136 comments

2 months ago

What should I do about my Qatar flight to Doha in light of the current war situation?

421 comments

2 months ago

What does my friend's visa on arrival stamp for 60 days mean given that his country is listed for only 15 days VOA?

77 comments

2 months ago

What are the advantages and disadvantages of notifying U.S. Social Security about moving to Thailand?

34 comments

2 months ago

Can I bring 450,000 Baht into Thailand without declaring it at immigration?

153 comments

2 months ago

What is a Certificate of Residence and how can it help expats in Thailand?

55 comments

2 months ago

How can I retrieve my TDAC arrival card number after accidentally deleting the email?

121 comments

2 months ago

Why did Bangkok Bank not provide necessary paperwork for my retirement visa renewal?

184 comments

2 months ago

What documents do I need to enter Thailand besides a passport?

233 comments

2 months ago

Can I organize a long-term visa for myself as an Australian citizen married to a Thai woman while living in Australia?

14 comments

2 months ago

Can I handle my NON O visa extension and 90-day report at the Bangkok immigration office if I reside in Pathum Thani?

5 comments

2 months ago

Why is it difficult to re-enter Thailand on a tourist visa after short trips abroad?

154 comments

2 months ago

Will Thai banks accept my coins for cash exchange?

384 comments

3 months ago

Is the cost of living in Thailand now 80% of that in Australia?

626 comments

3 months ago

What are the experiences and tips regarding the TDAC form at Thai immigration during peak season?

230 comments

4 months ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

52 comments

5 months ago

What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?

76 comments

5 months ago

How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?

32 comments

5 months ago

What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?

48 comments

5 months ago

What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?

14 comments

5 months ago

What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?

12 comments

6 months ago

What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?

105 comments

7 months ago

What are the issues expats face with Bangkok Bank's account freezing policy?

113 comments

7 months ago

What experiences have others had with frozen bank accounts in Thailand?

40 comments

8 months ago

How can I recover money scammed by a visa agent in Thailand?

57 comments

8 months ago

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9 months ago

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

96 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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