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QUESTIONS

Is an RT-PCR test the same as a PCR test for entering Thailand?

4 comments

3 years ago

Am I being overcharged for car hire in Thailand compared to two years ago?

29 comments

3 years ago

What are the current vaccination requirements for children aged 12-16 traveling to Thailand under the Thai pass system?

3 comments

3 years ago

How can children from the U.K. aged 12-16 obtain a Thai Pass when only one vaccination is required?

10 comments

3 years ago

COMMENTS

Why is the Thai Baht strengthening against the GBP and how can I optimize my currency exchange for a visit to Thailand?

Eddy ********

@Harry ********

25yrs ago ( before Briexit) the pound was 1.15 to the euro. Now it’s about 1.19.

When we FINALLY achieve complete Brexit it should strengthen even more.

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What should I do if my return flight is changed, causing an overstay on my Thai tourist visa?

Eddy ********

As a matter of interest, which airline?

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What is the cheapest way to ship personal belongings to Thailand?

Eddy ********

What’s the name of the company?

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Will I lose my retirement visa if I leave Thailand for 6 months without doing 90-day reporting?

Eddy ********

@Stuart **********

your pension is increased on the first day back,you must then remain in the U.K. for 2 yrs.

If you return to Thailand within the 2 yrs and inform the U.K government, then your pension will revert to that before you returned.

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Can I extend my tourist visa immediately upon arrival in Thailand?

Eddy ********

Never heard of anyone being banned for 3 day overstay. Just pay 1500 bht. There’s no reason to make a drama over this.

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Can I extend my tourist visa immediately upon arrival in Thailand?

Eddy ********

why would you get banned for 3. days overstay if you smile pay the 1500bht ?

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What are the requirements for opening a bank account in Thailand with an AO visa and how to obtain a guarantee letter from the UK embassy?

Eddy ********

I’ve never had a work permit,and I’ve opened numerous bank accounts. Same goes for friends.

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What are the requirements for opening a bank account in Thailand with an AO visa and how to obtain a guarantee letter from the UK embassy?

Eddy ********

You do not need a WP.

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What are the best transportation options from BKK airport to a hotel in Bangkok for an overnight stay before heading to Hua Hin?

Eddy ********

never paid as much as £10 for a taxi into central BKK.

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What are some recommended travel insurance options for UK citizens aged 60 and 71 traveling for 60 days?

Eddy ********

Nationwide b.s.

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

213 comments

2 days ago

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

72 comments

4 days ago

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

132 comments

18 days ago

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

155 comments

23 days ago

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

109 comments

24 days 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

a month ago

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

57 comments

a month ago

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

106 comments

a month ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

a month ago

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

86 comments

2 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

3 months ago

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

101 comments

3 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

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

5 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

6 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

7 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

10 months 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?

221 comments

a year ago

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

32 comments

a year ago

Can I change my O visa based on marriage to a retirement visa in Thailand?

117 comments

a year ago

Why is travel insurance important for expats in Thailand, particularly after a medical emergency?

215 comments

a year ago

What should I do if I make a mistake with my Thai visa at the airport?

54 comments

a year ago

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