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What is the best way for a UK expat in Thailand to renew their passport?

24 comments

2 years ago

At what age does a child no longer qualify for a dependent visa in Thailand?

5 comments

2 years ago

Is the online form for immigration in Thailand currently working?

9 comments

7 days ago

COMMENTS

What are the typical interest rates for bank accounts in Thailand compared to the US?

Martyn ***********

With the speed and ease of transferring internationally nowadays, just leave it your account in the US... Safer for multiple reasons too...

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What are the best options for booking a flight from Chiang Mai to Pattaya this month?

Martyn ***********

You've lost me... You can fly direct to Utaphao, no hotel... Search on skyscanner, book direct with the airline..

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What is the best pay-as-you-go SIM card in Thailand for long-term use?

Martyn ***********

The annual deals with a new sim are the best by far! Data and some calls included... Speeds and amount varies, but 1500-1600 should suffice.

No messing with top up and extending number etc is another bonus...

The 6:6 sale on lazada might save a bit extra...

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What should I do if I missed the extension criteria for my Thai retirement visa after reinstating my bank balance?

Martyn ***********

not far then, should you not find an agent in bkk?

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What should I do if I missed the extension criteria for my Thai retirement visa after reinstating my bank balance?

Martyn ***********

An agent will sort you out for a fee.... This is the best I know

@Luckchanok *********

, but you don't say where your located, they are in Pattaya.

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What are the tips and steps for buying a used car in Thailand as an expat?

Martyn ***********

Check out prices on Taladrod.com and one2car.... Most cars will be Bangkok, but the dealer will sort the transfer so relatively painless.

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What are the best SIM card options for a two-month stay in Thailand?

Martyn ***********

As Stuart says... But also be careful at the airports, I've heard of several occasions people buying what they thought were longterm deals and they only lasted a few a days in reality.

Get a sim and top up, install the app and browse the deals... Take a deal shorter or less than need, you will be bombarded with offers to extend or improve your deal....

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How many residency certificates do I need for obtaining a Thai driver's license and registering a motorbike?

Martyn ***********

You don't need a resident cert for a sim, only ID to register.

Check out the annual deals for a thai sim. Some great deals on data and calls for duration...

We used these via lazada...

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Will Thailand extend the visa exemption program again later this year?

Martyn ***********

It's a guess.. Like all the above, but I'd say no.... The tourists numbers coming in are on their arse, so who knows?? Anything could happen.. TiT!

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When does my 90-day reporting period start after re-entering Thailand?

Martyn ***********

Resets and must be done in person, not online...

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14 days ago

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

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16 days ago

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19 days ago

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a month ago

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155 comments

a month ago

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a month ago

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224 comments

a month ago

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71 comments

a month ago

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71 comments

2 months ago

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57 comments

2 months ago

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106 comments

2 months ago

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146 comments

2 months ago

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86 comments

2 months ago

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31 comments

3 months ago

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19 comments

3 months ago

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270 comments

3 months ago

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18 comments

3 months ago

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60 comments

4 months ago

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101 comments

4 months ago

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64 comments

4 months ago

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46 comments

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104 comments

4 months ago

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60 comments

4 months ago

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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

What are the requirements and details for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?

503 comments

4 months ago

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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

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38 comments

7 months ago

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28 comments

7 months ago

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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

8 months ago

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175 comments

8 months ago

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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

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191 comments

a year ago

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309 comments

a year ago

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221 comments

a year ago

Why is it prohibited to mention visa agents in this expat group?

32 comments

a year ago

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