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What does the new travel tax in Thailand mean for tourists?

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8 months ago

What should retirees consider regarding the costs and documentation for long-term stays in Thailand?

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7 months ago

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Has the ETA been implemented in Thailand as of February 2024?

Andy ************

@Jeremy ********

It'll be before then I'd guess. It's being voted on in Parliament in January, and the government is keen to get the money rolling in! 😆

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Has the ETA been implemented in Thailand as of February 2024?

Andy ************

Yep, but I didn't cover relationships between ETAs and tax residency 😂😂😂

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Has the ETA been implemented in Thailand as of February 2024?

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@Donald ********

The ETA is actually free, but the government is using it as a method for tourists to pay the 300 baht tourism tax. That's why the delay, it has to be passed by parliament

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Has the ETA been implemented in Thailand as of February 2024?

Andy ************

What's a tax resident got to do with an ETA? Geez, the posts are getting dumber by the minute! 😂

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Do you need both a Thai bank account with THB 800,000 and a monthly income of THB 65,000 for a Thai retirement visa?

Andy ************

Yeah, and expats make some of the dumbest comments in Thailand. There's NOTHING in the Thai immigration website which states you must have 800k for a year. The 65k transfers replaced the embassy affidavits - if you've got 12 you're home. Problem is no-one actually pushes the question

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Has the ETA been implemented in Thailand as of February 2024?

Andy ************

Check in late January. It's to be voted on in parliament in January, so probably wouldn't be introduced until March, but no doubt they're keen to get the money rolling in so it might be a "rush job" 😂😆

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Do you need both a Thai bank account with THB 800,000 and a monthly income of THB 65,000 for a Thai retirement visa?

Andy ************

Stupid response

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Do you need both a Thai bank account with THB 800,000 and a monthly income of THB 65,000 for a Thai retirement visa?

Andy ************

I've done it, after a buddy of mine did the same thing

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Do you need both a Thai bank account with THB 800,000 and a monthly income of THB 65,000 for a Thai retirement visa?

Andy ************

@Brandon ***********

Sorry Brandon, you're wrong on this one. I've done it myself. You get the non-O from Section C at CW, and they liaise with Section J, and they accept the 12x65k. If you doubt me, talk to Tod Daniels . A buddy of mine did it first, Tod didn't believe him and actually went in to CW to confirm it. I've done it since. Trust me it can be done

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Do you need both a Thai bank account with THB 800,000 and a monthly income of THB 65,000 for a Thai retirement visa?

Andy ************

If you've already got the 12 x 65k transfers in place, no need for the 800k. Problem is not many are aware of this.

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

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4 days ago

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

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a month ago

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

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

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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3 months ago

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136 comments

3 months ago

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

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3 months ago

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

306 comments

3 months ago

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

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3 months ago

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3 months ago

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4 months ago

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4 months ago

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

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4 months ago

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

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4 months ago

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

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5 months ago

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5 months ago

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

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5 months ago

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

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5 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

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8 months ago

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223 comments

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8 months ago

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9 months ago

Why do some members engage in bullying behavior online instead of offering constructive support?

155 comments

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224 comments

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a year ago

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a year ago

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a year ago

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a year ago

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a year ago

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a year ago

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a year ago

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a year ago

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a year ago

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178 comments

a year ago

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a year ago

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a month ago

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