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QUESTIONS

Are UK government pensions assessable income in Thailand under the Dual Taxation Agreement?

21 comments

a year ago

What are the requirements for opening a bank account in Thailand, specifically at Bangkok Bank Jomtien branch?

72 comments

a year ago

What are the requirements for extending a DTV visa stamp in Thailand?

59 comments

10 months ago

COMMENTS

Is it expensive to use an agent for a NON-O visa and bank account setup in Thailand?

Pete *******

If you meet the financial requirements there is no value in using an agent.

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Can a DTV holder renew a 2-year driving license to a 5-year license at the Phuket transport office?

Pete *******

According to the DLT only long term visa holders can apply for the 5 yr license. That’s not to say you can’t get one at certain offices but that is the official qualification on the website.

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Is the DTV visa a long-term or short-term visa in Thailand?

Pete *******

It’s a tourist visa.

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Can I get a Thai driver's license with a DTV visa?

Pete *******

You can get the 2yr temporary license on a DTV.

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Can I fly to Thailand on a tourist visa and convert it into a retirement O visa?

Pete *******

That will not be your problem. Your problem will be trying to open a bank account without first obtaining a retirement visa from your home country.

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Should I disclose my diabetes when applying for health insurance in Thailand?

Pete *******

Disclose everything otherwise your insurance will be invalid. You will just have to accept swallowing the cost of any diabetic treatment.

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Why was my Bangkok Bank account frozen, and how can I unfreeze it as a DTV visa holder?

Pete *******

The statement from Bangkok Bank spokesman was that DTV holders do not qualify for holding an account. As John mentioned your statement is hard to believe.

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Is Bangkok Bank freezing foreign accounts affecting Retirement Visa holders?

Pete *******

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

nonsense, it’s a KYC/AML clampdown by BOT due to the large rise in mule accounts.

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What are the best options for a 6-month visa extension in Thailand?

Pete *******

100-150k for one stop shop DTV. All documentation and financials provided by agency. Just need passport and pay.

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Is Bangkok Bank freezing foreign accounts affecting Retirement Visa holders?

Pete *******

no targeting but it’s been picked up and widely circulated in the Russian press via TASS.

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

153 comments

11 days ago

How long did it take to obtain your LTR visa in Thailand, and what was your experience with the process?

40 comments

12 days ago

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

50 comments

20 days ago

What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?

96 comments

21 days ago

What does the '60' on my visa stamp mean?

180 comments

23 days ago

What are the challenges and considerations for a foreign man wanting to marry a Thai woman and bring her to the UK?

198 comments

a month ago

What are the requirements for filling out the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for travelers and residents?

57 comments

a month ago

What is the TDAC and what do you need to know about it before arriving in Thailand?

136 comments

2 months ago

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

63 comments

2 months ago

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

306 comments

2 months ago

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

85 comments

2 months ago

What is the current exchange rate trend between the Pound and the Thai Baht?

178 comments

2 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

2 months ago

What should I know about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before using it?

74 comments

2 months ago

What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?

133 comments

2 months ago

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

53 comments

2 months ago

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

66 comments

3 months ago

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

44 comments

3 months ago

What is the process for filing a 90 Day Report for Thailand visa holders?

48 comments

4 months ago

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

137 comments

4 months ago

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

428 comments

4 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

4 months ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

5 months ago

Who knows the woman accused of shoplifting in Nimman, Chiang Mai?

125 comments

6 months ago

What do I need to know about the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

273 comments

7 months ago

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

223 comments

7 months ago

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

72 comments

7 months ago

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

132 comments

7 months ago

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

155 comments

7 months ago

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

109 comments

8 months ago

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

224 comments

8 months ago

What are the experiences and processes for obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

71 comments

8 months ago

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

57 comments

8 months ago

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

106 comments

8 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

8 months ago

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

86 comments

9 months ago

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

19 comments

10 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

10 months ago

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

18 comments

10 months ago

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

60 comments

10 months ago

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

101 comments

10 months ago

What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?

64 comments

10 months ago

What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?

46 comments

10 months ago

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

60 comments

10 months ago

What are the recent changes to Thailand's entry visa rules regarding unlimited land entries?

153 comments

a year ago

What is the DTV visa and what are its employment restrictions in Thailand?

5 comments

a year ago

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

503 comments

a year ago

What are the latest updates on the Thai DTV visa application process and its requirements?

193 comments

a year ago

What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?

178 comments

a year ago

What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?

48 comments

a year ago

How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

79 comments

a year ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Bangkok?

7 comments

a month ago

Where can I find the best cannabis dispensary in Chon Buri?

9 comments

a month ago

What are the best dispensaries in Phuket?

21 comments

a month ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Surat Thani?

16 comments

a month ago

Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?

8 comments

a month ago

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