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QUESTIONS

What are the current conditions for crossing the Mae Sai-Tachilek border for foreigners?

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3 years ago

Can foreigners visit Myawaddy from Mae Sot now?

5 comments

3 years ago

Is the Mae Sot-Myawaddy border crossing currently open for non-Thai foreign nationals?

4 comments

3 years ago

Can foreigners currently cross into Myanmar from Thailand and how long can they stay?

11 comments

3 years ago

What permits are required for foreigners to purchase vehicles in Thailand?

22 comments

3 years ago

What is the current situation like at Suvarnabhumi Airport for travelers?

15 comments

3 years ago

What are the new travel regulations for the reopened Mae Sai border crossing between Thailand and Myanmar?

10 comments

3 years ago

What are the current regulations for foreigners crossing the Mae Sot border into Myanmar?

10 comments

3 years ago

Can I fly into Thailand with a COVID test done in Australia while stopping over in Vietnam?

6 comments

3 years ago

Can you obtain a Thai non-O multi-entry visa in Savannakhet, Laos under pre-Covid rules?

0 comments

3 years ago

Can you obtain or extend a 5-year driver's license in Thailand with a DTV?

34 comments

a year ago

Is a 1-month bank statement sufficient for a Thai visa appointment in Yangon?

23 comments

a year ago

What are the details regarding the new e-Visa application system for Thailand at the Royal Thai Embassy in Phnom Penh?

22 comments

a year ago

What are the implications of the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) for frequent travelers in 2025?

8 comments

a year ago

What are the main criticisms and potential future outcomes of the Digital nomad visa (DTV) in Thailand?

26 comments

a year ago

What are the requirements and experiences for obtaining a DTV (Workcation) visa in Taiwan?

12 comments

a year ago

Have the remarks on Thailand's DTV visa changed for remote work categories?

28 comments

a year ago

Will the Phu Nam Ron border crossing re-open for foreigners for border runs?

1 comments

a year ago

Can DTV holders obtain a 5 year Thai driver's license or only a 2 year license?

2 comments

a year ago

COMMENTS

What are the costs and experiences of a border run from Pattaya to Vientiane for a visa extension?

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@Christopher **********

Again, Air Asia sucks. When I fly I fly real airlines such as THAI, Vietnam Airlines and so forth. Air Asia is for cheap backpackers and no way an international flight is 700 Baht. More like 3500 one way.

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What are the costs and experiences of a border run from Pattaya to Vientiane for a visa extension?

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@Christopher **********

I drive to Laos all the time. Obviously you don't know what your talking about. I've driven in Laos more than almost any other farang. Mine is the ONLY Thai car that has crossed the Lao-Cambodian border in about 2 years.

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What are the costs and experiences of a border run from Pattaya to Vientiane for a visa extension?

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@John *********

You don't even drive anymore old man. The fine is 500 Baht. You want me to show you the last 4 rickets I received? All 500 Baht. Get a hobby instead of producing misinformation all day.

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What are the costs and experiences of a border run from Pattaya to Vientiane for a visa extension?

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@Stefan ***********

Yes I am better than you. For starters I don't pay farang rates for traffic fines. Only stupid people do that.

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What are the costs and experiences of a border run from Pattaya to Vientiane for a visa extension?

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@Stephan **********

I'm a smart person, not a dumb farang who pays more than they should.

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What are the costs and experiences of a border run from Pattaya to Vientiane for a visa extension?

Paul *******

Learn Thai and be a little more assertive. I rarely pay anything and if I do it's the standard 500 that you pay when you get a ticket. No ticket = no pay.

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What are the costs and experiences of a border run from Pattaya to Vientiane for a visa extension?

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@Stefan ***********

Yes dumb farang who pay more than they should

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What are the costs and experiences of a border run from Pattaya to Vientiane for a visa extension?

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@John *********

No it didn't. It's 500 Baht. I have received several speeding fines recently. Only farang suckers pay more. It remains 500 Baht. If they increased it, no one would pay it anyway. Thais can't afford to pay more than 500 and the police have enough trouble collecting fine payments as it is.

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What are the costs and experiences of a border run from Pattaya to Vientiane for a visa extension?

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@John *********

No, it's not. It's 500 Baht.

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What are the costs and experiences of a border run from Pattaya to Vientiane for a visa extension?

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@Chris *********

I agree; on DTV visas there are no such checks.

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What was the immigration experience like upon landing in Bangkok with multiple visa stamps?

97 comments

9 days ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

52 comments

11 days ago

What are the current rules and concerns regarding visa exempt entries and extensions in Thailand?

1 comments

13 days ago

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

76 comments

17 days ago

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

32 comments

20 days ago

What are the recent challenges and requirements for Non Imm. O visa extensions at Pattaya Immigration?

106 comments

23 days ago

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

122 comments

25 days ago

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

48 comments

a month ago

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

14 comments

a month ago

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

12 comments

a month ago

How do I navigate tax obligations as a 180-day Thai Tax Resident?

96 comments

2 months ago

What is the process for obtaining a year extension of stay on a NON-O visa in Thailand?

37 comments

2 months ago

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

105 comments

2 months ago

How do I successfully reopen a frozen account with Bangkok Bank?

34 comments

2 months ago

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

113 comments

3 months ago

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

40 comments

3 months ago

What are the current exchange rates for USD, AUD, and Euro to Thai Baht, and how do these rates affect expats in Thailand?

70 comments

3 months ago

Will I be allowed reentry to Thailand after my visa runs?

49 comments

4 months ago

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

57 comments

4 months ago

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5 months ago

What are the challenges and recommendations for opening a bank account in Thailand on a Non-O visa?

43 comments

5 months ago

What was your experience applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in Thailand?

18 comments

5 months ago

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

91 comments

6 months ago

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

153 comments

7 months ago

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

40 comments

7 months ago

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

50 comments

7 months ago

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

96 comments

7 months ago

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

180 comments

7 months 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

8 months ago

Should I buy a house in Thailand in my girlfriend's name before marriage?

408 comments

8 months ago

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

57 comments

8 months ago

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

136 comments

8 months ago

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

63 comments

8 months ago

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

306 comments

8 months ago

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

85 comments

8 months ago

What is the process for extending a Digital Nomad Visa in Phuket for a family?

51 comments

9 months ago

What is the current exchange rate trend between the Pound and the Thai Baht?

178 comments

9 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

9 months ago

How can I expedite my Digital Nomad visa (DTV) application for Thailand?

36 comments

9 months ago

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

74 comments

9 months ago

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

133 comments

9 months ago

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

53 comments

9 months ago

What are the requirements for a successful DTV extension application in Thailand?

85 comments

9 months ago

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

66 comments

10 months ago

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

44 comments

10 months ago

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

48 comments

10 months ago

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

137 comments

10 months ago

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

428 comments

10 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

a year ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

a year ago

What is the best time to visit Thailand to avoid crowds and enjoy good weather?

95 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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