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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?

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6 days ago

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What should I consider bringing or leaving behind when retiring to Thailand?

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

I did it 8 years back. Sold everything, brought some personal photos, paperwork etc. that's it... new house, new furniture, new life... you will love it.

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What should I consider bringing or leaving behind when retiring to Thailand?

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

ship nothing... bring extra baggage for personal or sentimental stuff.

Everything else not worth it, tax and hassle... most things no really suitable for here really, make a new start..

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Why is Thai Airways preferred over Air Asia for domestic flights in Thailand?

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

I see you didn't mention the price difference...? of course the more expensive flights are a little better.

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Should I apply for an electronic visitor visa or use visa exemption for my trip to Thailand?

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

@Robert ***********

strictly speaking you need ticket booked to leave the country when entering... In its not enforced generally, but there's a chance you may be unlucky. I've heard even at check-in people have had problems, but again it's rare.. but worth the risk?

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What are the recent trends and fads that have gained popularity in Thailand?

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

salted egg flavour med crisps etc...

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How long can I stay in Thailand with a multiple entry tourist visa?

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

correct he asked 'how long he can stay in Thailand with that visa'... and your answer clearly involves leaving Thailand?

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How long can I stay in Thailand with a multiple entry tourist visa?

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

doesn't say you can add 30 day extention though...

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How long can I stay in Thailand with a multiple entry tourist visa?

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

I little misleading... 'with this visa' 60 plus 30 extension, then leave and come back with another visa...

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What are some reliable clearing agents in Bangkok for household goods customs clearance?

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

take cash... plenty of it.

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What is the average cost of an electric bill to cool a house to 76°F in Thailand?

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

why would you do that... use aircon sparingly.. get used to it. At the end of the day youl never adjust living in permanent aircon.. I use it at night and when I first came after a few weeks increased by a degree... then again after a few weeks etc.. I sleep now at 28c...below that I'm honestly freezing!

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86 comments

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31 comments

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19 comments

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3 months ago

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60 comments

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101 comments

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153 comments

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5 comments

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134 comments

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193 comments

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178 comments

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48 comments

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79 comments

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73 comments

6 months ago

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4 comments

6 months ago

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164 comments

6 months ago

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267 comments

7 months ago

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38 comments

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28 comments

7 months ago

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370 comments

7 months ago

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33 comments

7 months ago

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105 comments

7 months ago

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93 comments

8 months ago

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175 comments

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1 comments

8 months ago

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230 comments

8 months ago

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55 comments

9 months ago

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31 comments

a year ago

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3 comments

a year ago

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191 comments

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309 comments

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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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