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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?

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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

Can I re-link my electronic DTV visa to a new passport after it was stolen?

Paul *******

If it's an electronic visa, why can't it just be used with a new passport? I don't see the issue...

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Where can I open a bank account as a freelancer living in Thailand?

Paul *******

That may or may not work...these days, banks in Thailand want to see a long term visa.

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Where can I open a bank account as a freelancer living in Thailand?

Paul *******

Anonymous participant 449 Oh certainly not! Vietnam is way more difficult to open a bank account in, as a foreigner than Thailand. Unless you're working there legally on a work permit, you stand almost no chance. Cambodia and Myanmar are options for foreigners who don't work in those countries.

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Where can I open a bank account as a freelancer living in Thailand?

Paul *******

Exactly. For the most part, if you're a citizen of the country you open an account in AND it has some activity, it shouldn't be closed randomly...

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What is the experience of entering Thailand with a DTV and what documents are necessary?

Paul *******

ThoughtfulLychee5096 Depends on your travel history into Thailand. Or where you're coming from..they're starting to question foreigners randomly regardless of what visa they're on, at Don Muang Airport, particularly arrivals from Cambodia and possibly Myanmar, but not only them.

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What should I do if I need to update my visa status from education to DTV at Krungthai Bank with a new phone?

Paul *******

Well, don't do it! If you need to continue using your Thai bank account while on a DTV, LAY LOW. Do not contact your bank to update your records...as your account could be suspended if you do.

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Do I have to pay taxes in both my home country and Thailand if I remain for over 180 days?

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@Sefton *******

It's illegal for foreigners to offer Thai tax advice. It's a restricted occupation.

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Can I get a Chinese visa while holding a Thai DTV?

Paul *******

Anonymous participant You don't.

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Do I have to pay taxes in both my home country and Thailand if I remain for over 180 days?

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@Sefton *******

You'd need to talk to a Thai citizen since expats can't advise on Thai tax matters. The rest of your comment is on point.

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What should I do after my dtv visa application was rejected by the Norwegian embassy?

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@Andi **********

Taipei stated that an income of around 30,000 Baht a month + the 500K is sufficient...even though there is no minimum salary specified anywhere.

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

230 comments

5 days ago

Are there issues with entering Thailand multiple times on a visa-exempt basis?

66 comments

6 days ago

What should I do if my workation visa application for Thailand was rejected without explanation?

347 comments

7 days ago

What is the process for opening a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?

64 comments

9 days ago

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

97 comments

19 days ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

52 comments

21 days ago

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

1 comments

23 days ago

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

76 comments

a month ago

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

32 comments

a month ago

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

106 comments

a month ago

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

122 comments

a month 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

2 months ago

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

37 comments

3 months ago

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

105 comments

3 months ago

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

34 comments

3 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

4 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

4 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

6 months ago

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

18 comments

6 months ago

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

91 comments

7 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

9 months ago

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

63 comments

9 months ago

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

306 comments

9 months ago

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

85 comments

9 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 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

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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