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What are the requirements for re-entering Thailand on a Non-O visa with Covid insurance?
2 comments
5 years ago
What documents do I need for my first 90-day report at immigration in Thailand?
13 comments
6 years ago
When can I apply for a 12-month extension of my Non-O visa in Thailand?
7 comments
2 years ago
Can I travel outside of Thailand with a re-entry permit after getting my Non-O visa stamp?
5 comments
2 years ago
What documents do I need to change from visa exempt to a Non-O visa in Thailand?
7 comments
2 years ago
Can I apply for an extension on my O Visa earlier than 30 days before its expiry date?
10 comments
3 years ago
When should the 800k funds be in the bank for a Non-O visa extension application?
2 comments
4 years ago
Can you travel in and out of Thailand on an Education Visa?
0 comments
4 years ago
Can I obtain a re-entry permit at Chiang Mai Airport?
15 comments
5 years ago
How long does the 800,000 THB need to be in the bank for a Non-O visa extension?
8 comments
5 years ago
Can I apply for a Non-O visa extension and re-entry permit without confirmed flight details?
3 comments
5 years ago
How soon before my Non-O visa expires can I apply for an extension, and how can I avoid pitfalls in the process?
29 comments
5 years ago
What happens if my Non-O visa funds dip below 800,000 THB for a few hours, and how would immigration know?
23 comments
6 years ago
Do I need a rental agreement to change a tourist visa to a Non-O visa in Chiang Mai?
3 comments
6 years ago
How Can I Convert a Tourist Visa to a Non-O Visa While in Thailand?
8 comments
6 years ago
Can I Change My METV to a Non-Immigrant O Visa in Thailand?
5 comments
6 years ago
How Can UK Citizens Obtain an Additional 30-Day Visa Extension in Thailand?
5 comments
6 years ago
Are Education Based Visas for Language Schools in Thailand Single or Multiple Entry?
3 comments
6 years ago
Can I Extend My METV Stay in Chiang Mai Beyond 60 Days?
2 comments
6 years ago
What is the process for obtaining a METV at the Hull Consulate for UK citizens?
17 comments
6 years ago
Can I Apply for a Multiple Entry Visa for Thailand in the USA if I'm a UK Passport Holder?
11 comments
6 years ago
How Can I Obtain a Certificate Showing No Prohibitive Diseases for My O-A Visa Application from the UK?
10 comments
7 years ago
What Are the Flight Requirements for Applying for a Retirement Visa to Thailand?
12 comments
7 years ago
Do I need confirmed flight and hotel bookings to apply for a multiple entry tourist visa for Thailand?
7 comments
7 years ago

COMMENTS

What type of International Driving Permit do I need for driving in Thailand: 1949 or 1968?
Andy ********
For info, none of the IDP have Thai Translation.
21 days ago
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Why is the UK state pension not index-linked for retirees living in Thailand, and what alternatives are there?
Andy ********
The way around it is to move to a country with a pension clause such as the Philippines
2 months ago
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What should I do about my visa overstay in Thailand due to my cancelled flight?
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You will need to leave and fly via China or Vietnam maybe Singapore even.
2 months ago
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What should I do if my motorcycle registration is delayed in Thailand?
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Its happened to me twice now once buying a Triumph 1200 scrambler (12 week delay) and one buying Classic 350 Royal Enfield (6 month delay). both times I had to get another resident certificate several times....this is Thailand
3 months ago
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What steps should we take as future retirees planning to live in Hua Hin, Thailand, and what visa options are recommended?
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@Roger *******
 I've re-read it and agree with you now, my bad.
9 months ago
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What steps should we take as future retirees planning to live in Hua Hin, Thailand, and what visa options are recommended?
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@Roger *******
 so you are certain it’s a private pension?
9 months ago
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What steps should we take as future retirees planning to live in Hua Hin, Thailand, and what visa options are recommended?
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Just bare in mind that your pension will be locked in at £12k per year and will not rise so factor that into your finances.
9 months ago
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What should I do regarding my planned trip to Thailand if the visa exemption period may change from 60 days back to 30 days?
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don't act on rumours.....
a year ago
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Can I apply for a DTV visa in Thailand with only half of the required 500,000 baht?
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@Jeremy *******
 bada bing
a year ago
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Should I buy a house in Thailand in my girlfriend's name before marriage?
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Why would you even think of it.
a year ago
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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
10 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
0 comments
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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