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QUESTIONS

Can I use an international health insurance plan for my Thailand O-A visa?
19 comments
4 months ago
What should I do if I don't receive a confirmation for my TM30 submission in Thailand?
15 comments
10 months ago
Do I need to report for my LTR visa after re-entering Thailand?
2 comments
8 months ago
What does the 'date of inform' mean on the TM30 portal and how should I fill it out?
8 comments
8 months ago
Can I renew my Thai driver's license at a different location than where it was issued?
15 comments
8 months ago
What are the requirements and tips for renewing a Thai driver's license as an expat?
10 comments
9 months ago
What is the approximate cost and process for shipping used shoes from the USA to Thailand?
25 comments
10 months ago
Do LTR visa holders need to complete a one-year report if they leave Thailand before the full year?
8 comments
a year ago
What are the options for US citizens to obtain notary services in Thailand?
11 comments
a year ago
What should I do if the seller of my leased property in Thailand is unresponsive after I wired funds?
7 comments
a year ago
Should I wire money in baht or dollars to my Thai bank for a real estate purchase?
19 comments
a year ago
How can LTR visa holders connect for discussions and share their experiences on visa changes?
9 comments
a year ago
How can I find and download the TM30 (Section 38) app in Thailand?
30 comments
a year ago
What should I do if I mistakenly use the normal immigration line instead of the LTR fast track line in Thailand?
15 comments
a year ago
How can I register my property for TM30 online in Thailand?
4 comments
2 years ago
Are full account numbers required on statements for LTR Visa applicants in Thailand?
2 comments
2 years ago
Can you apply for the Thailand Elite visa if your LTR visa application is denied without nefarious reasons?
2 comments
2 years ago
Will a bank verification letter suffice for my LTR application if no stamp is provided?
7 comments
2 years ago
Should I accept a free 20-year Elite Visa or keep my current visa in Thailand?
44 comments
2 years ago
Do I need to report a TM30 if I returned to my long-term rental after a short trip?
7 comments
2 years ago
Do I need health insurance or a medical certificate when renewing my retirement visa in Thailand?
32 comments
2 years ago
Are digital nomads a sustainable solution for Thailand's economy?
0 comments
2 years ago
What is the correct form to apply for an extension of my retirement visa in Thailand?
18 comments
2 years ago
Can I use the drive-through at immigration on a motorbike in Thailand?
17 comments
3 years ago
Do I need to fill out any forms for the 90-day report at the drive-through in Phuket Town?
17 comments
3 years ago
Does the PCR Test result for the Thailand Pass need to include a passport number?
16 comments
3 years ago
How can I report my 90-day residency in a different province from my registration in Thailand?
13 comments
3 years ago
Do I need to refile TM30 and 90-day report after staying at a quarantine hotel in Thailand?
15 comments
3 years ago
How has the advice from the Thailand Visa Advice group helped regarding my immigration questions?
2 comments
3 years ago
Does a Rapid Test result need a QR code or just a passport number for travel?
8 comments
3 years ago
What should I do if I can't upload my QR code for Thailand Pass?
10 comments
3 years ago
Should I resubmit my Thailand Pass application with my vaccination QR code after not receiving approval?
22 comments
3 years ago
How long does it take to receive a Thailand Pass?
6 comments
3 years ago
Can I change my flight for the Thailand Pass without needing a new pass?
8 comments
3 years ago
Can you change documents for the Thailand Pass or do you need to reapply?
5 comments
3 years ago
Do you need a round trip ticket to enter Thailand on a retirement visa?
12 comments
3 years ago
Is my insurance expiring in January 2022 adequate for re-entering Thailand on a one-year multiple entry retirement visa?
7 comments
3 years ago
What should I do if I need to fly back to Thailand before getting my Thailand Pass QR code?
3 comments
3 years ago
Can I switch my bank account while on a retirement visa in Thailand without prior approval?
8 comments
3 years ago
How can I successfully obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?
3 comments
3 years ago
Where can I find a passport photo place in Rawai or Phuket Town?
2 comments
3 years ago
Is a 1-month lease sufficient for Non-O visa long-term residence documentation in Thailand?
2 comments
3 years ago
Can I apply for a Non-O visa while temporarily outside Thailand, and what are my re-entry options?
7 comments
3 years ago
Can I install the Thailand Plus app on multiple devices without issues?
14 comments
3 years ago
Is a Fit to Fly certificate required for entering Thailand, specifically in Phuket?
3 comments
3 years ago
What are some recommended attorneys for setting up a business under the Amity Treaty in Thailand?
8 comments
2 months ago
Can US citizens get documents notarized in Thailand outside of the US embassy?
5 comments
2 months ago

COMMENTS

What is the best retirement visa option for expats looking to retire in Thailand in 3 years?
Chris ****
@Paul ******
 yes I feel the same way. Koh Rong is unspoiled.
a year ago
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How can I find and download the TM30 (Section 38) app in Thailand?
Chris ****
@Karan *****
 thanks. Can ask what you mean exactly? I have no vpn and Thai sim. Other than NOT having a vpn how would one confirm location?
a year ago
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How can I find and download the TM30 (Section 38) app in Thailand?
Chris ****
@Mikkel ******
 so just add my Thai address and drivers license to my iCloud profile? Or…?
a year ago
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How can I find and download the TM30 (Section 38) app in Thailand?
Chris ****
@Wayne ********
 thanks Wayne.
a year ago
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How can I find and download the TM30 (Section 38) app in Thailand?
Chris ****
@Wayne ********
 this link worked. Is this the same as the app?
a year ago
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How can I find and download the TM30 (Section 38) app in Thailand?
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@Roberto ********
 weird. It dead ended for me...I will try to switch to a VPN. But I'm on a Thai SIM in Thailand..weird.
a year ago
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What is the best retirement visa option for expats looking to retire in Thailand in 3 years?
Chris ****
Congrats on your upcoming retirement. Suggest you also look into Cambodia, Phils, Indonesia and Malaysia. In the meantime tourist visa to start. But once you finally decide Thailand then LTR if you can or Elite.
a year ago
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What should I do if I have a 30-day overstay in Thailand?
Chris ****
@Han *******
 kinda James Bondish no?
a year ago
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What should I do if I mistakenly use the normal immigration line instead of the LTR fast track line in Thailand?
Chris ****
@Todd ********
 much appreciated.
a year ago
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What should I do if I mistakenly use the normal immigration line instead of the LTR fast track line in Thailand?
Chris ****
@Todd ********
 yup. Hope I learn at BKK where to go too.
a year ago
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a month ago
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What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?
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a month ago
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86 comments
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3 months ago
How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?
270 comments
3 months ago
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18 comments
3 months ago
What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?
60 comments
3 months ago
What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa as a business owner in Thailand?
101 comments
3 months ago
What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?
64 comments
4 months ago
What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?
46 comments
4 months ago
What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?
60 comments
4 months ago
What are the recent changes to Thailand's entry visa rules regarding unlimited land entries?
153 comments
4 months ago
What is the DTV visa and what are its employment restrictions in Thailand?
5 comments
4 months ago
What are the key features and requirements of Thailand's new DTV - Destination Thailand Visa?
134 comments
4 months ago
What are the requirements and details for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?
503 comments
4 months ago
What are the latest updates on the Thai DTV visa application process and its requirements?
193 comments
4 months ago
What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?
178 comments
4 months ago
What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?
48 comments
4 months ago
How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?
79 comments
4 months ago
Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?
73 comments
5 months ago
What are the updates on the upcoming changes to Thailand's visa rules?
4 comments
6 months ago
Can I obtain Thai nationality by marrying my girlfriend in Pattaya?
164 comments
6 months ago
Why are there so many sarcastic comments on expat groups about Thailand?
267 comments
6 months ago
How efficient is the process for obtaining a 12-month visa in Pattaya's immigration office?
38 comments
7 months ago
What are the unique breakfast options and experiences in Thailand, particularly in Pattaya or Patong?
28 comments
7 months ago
What are the best Thai dating apps to meet women with regular jobs, excluding freelancers or working girls?
370 comments
7 months ago
What are the rules for re-entering Thailand on a tourist visa or visa exemption?
33 comments
7 months ago
Is it true that Thai passport holders will soon have visa exemption for entry to the UK and Australia?
105 comments
7 months ago
How did you successfully open a bank account in Thailand on a tourist visa?
93 comments
7 months ago
What are the best currency exchange options at Suvarnabhumi Airport for arrival?
175 comments
7 months ago
What are the benefits and application process for the LTR 'Wealthy Pensioner' Visa in Thailand?
1 comments
8 months ago
Why do people ask unanswerable questions about Thailand?
230 comments
8 months ago
What are the implications of the upcoming visa price increases at Thai consulates?
55 comments
9 months ago
What should you do if you receive a wrong entry stamp in Thailand?
31 comments
10 months ago
How can I share my Thai visa experiences and get advice from the community?
3 comments
a year ago
Are Thai people really dishonest or is it just a stereotype?
191 comments
a year ago
What are the challenges of teaching English in Thailand as a foreigner?
309 comments
a year ago
Is Thailand really as heavenly as some expats claim, or are there hidden challenges?
221 comments
a year ago
Why is it prohibited to mention visa agents in this expat group?
32 comments
a year ago
Can I change my O visa based on marriage to a retirement visa in Thailand?
117 comments
a year ago
Why is travel insurance important for expats in Thailand, particularly after a medical emergency?
215 comments
a year ago
What should I do if I make a mistake with my Thai visa at the airport?
54 comments
a year ago
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