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Can Thai citizens visit the Philippines and Hong Kong without a visa?

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@Lexington ******

there doesn’t seem to be much advice on this thread. Just people like yourself complaining about the originators question.

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Can Thai citizens visit the Philippines and Hong Kong without a visa?

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it opens up discussion. That’s why we have threads like this. I’m interested to learn why so few countries allow Thais to visit Visa free?

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Can I retire to Thailand with a monthly pension of 350,000 baht without having 800,000 baht in savings?

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@Raquel *******

would definitely not recommend Pattaya

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

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Thai girls are beautiful, loving and caring. Yes, definitely.

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What are some recommended UK banks for expats living in Thailand to avoid issues like those faced with Santander?

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I wouldn’t recommend “a” bank, I would have several different bank accounts and at least one travel credit card which doesn’t charge a fee for foreign transactions.

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Do UK citizens need a visa to visit Thailand for 30 days?

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I’ve recently travelled from the UK to Bangkok. My passport was stamped 60 days. I understand from May 1, you have to fill in an online form before you travel.

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What are the best options for Fastrack immigration service at Suvarnabhumi airport and how much should I expect to pay?

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I really don’t think you need it. It’s quite fast track anyway as it is.

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What changes are being made to the visa-free stay duration in Thailand?

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It was 30 then it was increased to 60 and now it’s been reduced back to 30 again. I’m confused.

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What are the best ways to spend 8 days in Thailand while in Pattaya?

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I think you know very well where you should go when you’re in Pattaya and you want to save money. Out of Pattaya.

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What are the fines and consequences for overstaying your visa in Thailand by one or two days?

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There’s a recent story of a British man held in prison for overstaying his Visa. The prison conditions in Thailand are very bad.

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