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Can I obtain a 1-year multi-entry Non-O visa based on my marriage to a Thai citizen at the Savanaket consulate?

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4 years ago

Can I use different UK passports for visa processing in Thailand and Laos?

6 comments

6 years ago

Why is the Thai consulate in Savanaket becoming so busy?

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7 years ago

How soon before my Non O Visa expires can I apply for a new one?

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7 years ago

How many extensions of stay can you get when supporting your Thai child without a 12-month extension?

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7 years ago

What is the minimum monthly income requirement for a retirement visa in Thailand?

9 comments

8 years ago

What is the process for obtaining a Non-O multi-entry visa at the Savanakhet consulate?

27 comments

8 years ago

What documents and forms do I need to apply for a Non-O visa based on marriage in Savannakhet?

11 comments

8 years ago

How soon before turning 50 can I apply for a Retirement visa in Thailand if I currently have a Non O visa based on marriage?

18 comments

8 years ago

COMMENTS

Where can I get an Antigen COVID Test for travel to the USA in Pattaya?

Michael *********

Bangkok Pattaya Hospital, make an appointment

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What are the best health insurance options for expats moving to Thailand?

Michael *********

Stay away from pathetic cross

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Is it necessary to include Passport number on the PCR test confirmation for entry into Thailand?

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You need your passport number, date of birth and name as it is in you passport.

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What should I do if I have two approved Thai passes for the same day?

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I had exactly the same thing happen to me last week while in KL, i used the first QR code/Thai pass they sent and brought the second with me in my bag in case they asked. They never asked and i entered without any problems. I also loaded just my CDC card from when i got my J & J shot in Houston

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Where can I buy Covid-19 compliant travel insurance while in Thailand on an STV visa?

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Google Tune/Thailand/COVID Cover, its all easy

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Where can I find the offices that process the Thailand Pass?

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My wife called all of them numbers yesterday and only the top one works. I did get my pass approved over night

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What documents are required for purchasing AXA insurance in Malaysia before flying to Thailand?

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I bought AXA and my circumstances changed and i could not travel. They wont refund if you cancel, they will only allow you to move dates. I have bought Tune also and they could not be more helpful and refunds are easy with them.

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What is the procedure for entering Thailand as a Malaysian citizen, and can I purchase travel insurance from Malaysian companies?

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Use Tune not AXA. AXA will not give refunds if you need to cancel for what ever reason. Tune will, si use Tune

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What insurance options are available for seniors traveling to Thailand?

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Stay away from AXA, they wont give you a refund if you need to cancel the policy. Tune do give refunds if you need to cancel anytime. With AXA you can only move dates.

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What are some recommendations for company formation lawyers in the Pattaya area?

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Anthony Justice at Magna Carta

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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

2 months 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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