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How long after the due date for electric bills in Bangkok do they cut off the power?
62 comments
6 months ago
What is the correct duration to state on the METV tourism visa application: 60 days or the full six months?
7 comments
9 months ago
Where can I extend my tourist visa in Bangkok, and what payment methods do they accept?
8 comments
7 months ago
How does the METV visa application process work for multiple entries into Thailand?
9 comments
9 months ago
Can I extend my 6-month multiple entry tourist visa in Thailand every two months, and do I need to leave the country after each extension?
10 comments
a year ago

COMMENTS

Should I apply for a Thai ED visa before traveling or can I do it after entering on a tourist visa?
Christopher ********
@М. ***
 Phuket was boring. I couldn’t wait to leave
8 months ago
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What amount of cash is required when going through customs in Thailand?
Christopher ********
20,000 baht in cash. If they ask and you don’t have it they can deny entry even with a visa. But I’ve never been asked.
8 months ago
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What is the required amount of cash a tourist must have when visiting Thailand and can it be in currencies other than Thai Baht?
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@Brandon ***********
 I’ve never been asked but I’ve only entered twice in my life and with a visa.
8 months ago
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What is the required amount of cash a tourist must have when visiting Thailand and can it be in currencies other than Thai Baht?
Christopher ********
@Brandon ***********
 can’t you just show them your account ?
8 months ago
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Do you need a US social security number to open a bank account in Thailand?
Christopher ********
Yes.
8 months ago
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What is the average cost of an electric bill to cool a house to 76°F in Thailand?
Christopher ********
@Nongnuch *******
 it’s nothing compared to my USA bill lol 😂
8 months ago
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What is the average cost of an electric bill to cool a house to 76°F in Thailand?
Christopher ********
@Todd ********
 thanks ! I was a bit worried at some of the bills I saw. 👀
8 months ago
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What is the average cost of an electric bill to cool a house to 76°F in Thailand?
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I wonder how much I’ll be paying for a 47 sqm condo for a/c now … it’s a newer building
8 months ago
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Which Southeast Asian country is best for a young expat to live long term on a $3K budget?
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Malaysia is the only one with a nomad visa.
8 months ago
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What are the best alternative countries for expats considering long-stay retirement visas similar to Thailand's Non-OA?
Christopher ********
@Jamie *****
 you have to apply in your country of legal residence

If you have been out of your home country you need to have resided where you are for 12 months straight minimum

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8 months ago
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5 days ago
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24 days ago
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224 comments
a month ago
What are the experiences and processes for obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?
71 comments
a month ago
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a month ago
What are the new eVisa application procedures for Thai consulates in Southeast Asia starting October 8, 2024?
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a month ago
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106 comments
a month ago
What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?
146 comments
2 months ago
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86 comments
2 months ago
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19 comments
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
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60 comments
3 months ago
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101 comments
3 months ago
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64 comments
4 months ago
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46 comments
4 months ago
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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
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134 comments
4 months ago
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503 comments
4 months ago
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193 comments
4 months ago
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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
6 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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