Peter *******

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Is it crazy to consider traveling without travel insurance in my 70s?

Peter *******

Get the travel insurance, it's very cheap vs Health Insurance, check comparethemarket.com and confused.com

5 days ago

How can I call the US from Thailand after buying a SIM card?

Peter *******

@Andre **********

Not free to a land line or mobile, that's the issue

9 days ago

How can I call the US from Thailand after buying a SIM card?

Peter *******

don't need a sim, Skype app is cheap for Int'l calls

10 days ago

How much can I expect to pay for electricity and water in a small condo in Thailand, particularly when using air conditioning?

Peter *******

Govt rate, Inverter AC 26⁰ on 6pm to 5am Elec 750-1,000 baht depending on time of year

17 days ago

Is it worth getting an agent to manage my Thai visa requirements if I have 800,000 Baht but don't want to tie it up in a bank?

Peter *******

@Jan *****************

800k is easy enough

19 days ago

Is it worth getting an agent to manage my Thai visa requirements if I have 800,000 Baht but don't want to tie it up in a bank?

Peter *******

@Graham *****

Yeah but again not everyone wants to do that

20 days ago

Is it worth getting an agent to manage my Thai visa requirements if I have 800,000 Baht but don't want to tie it up in a bank?

Peter *******

@Graham *****

you tie up 400k+ no one faffs bringing it down to 400k then up to 800k again, not worth the hassle

20 days ago

Is it still affordable to get prescription glasses or eye tests in Thailand compared to the UK?

Peter *******

@Richard **********

What kind of prices for prescription? and lens fitting?

a month ago

Where can I find quality English tea and teabags in Kanchanaburi, Thailand?

Peter *******

Lazada

a month ago

Can a foreigner drive a Saleng in Thailand with a motorcycle license?

Peter *******

Potential issue unless both motorbike and side car is registered together, but I've not heard of anyone being fined for it

a month ago

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What are the best recommendations for visa agents in Bangkok for those seeking a retirement or DTV visa?

223 comments

11 days ago

Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?

72 comments

13 days ago

What is the process and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

45 comments

17 days ago

How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?

132 comments

a month ago

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

155 comments

a month ago

What should I know about entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

109 comments

a month ago

What are the current visa fees and experiences for entering Laos from Thailand?

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

What are the changes in Thai visa application procedures for Southeast Asian consulates starting October 8th?

71 comments

2 months ago

What are the new eVisa application procedures for Thai consulates in Southeast Asia starting October 8, 2024?

57 comments

2 months ago

What are the experiences and requirements of obtaining the DTV visa in Thailand?

106 comments

2 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

2 months ago

What are some experiences and tips for long-term stays in Thailand?

86 comments

2 months ago

What is the process and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

31 comments

3 months ago

What are the key guidelines and experiences regarding the new DTV visa for Thailand?

19 comments

3 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

3 months ago

What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?

18 comments

3 months ago

What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?

60 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa as a business owner in Thailand?

101 comments

4 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

How quickly can one get a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand as an Australian?

104 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

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

7 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

8 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

a year 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?