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How can I pay for a second-hand motorbike in Thailand without withdrawing cash?
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2 years ago
What is the process for obtaining a one-year extension for a retirement visa in Thailand?
12 comments
2 years ago
Can I apply for a one-year extension with my O visa after transferring 800,000 baht into my Thai bank account?
19 comments
2 years ago
What documents and steps are needed for a one-year extension of stay in Thailand on a retirement visa?
17 comments
2 years ago
Can I register a second-hand pickup truck in Thailand without a driving license?
15 comments
2 years ago
Do I need to book an appointment for a one-year extension of my O visa in Thailand?
12 comments
2 years ago
Can I apply for a 90-day Non-Immigrant O Visa to visit my girlfriend in Thailand?
4 comments
3 years ago
When do I need to apply for my next extension of stay after a one-year extension granted on 15 Feb 2024?
14 comments
a year ago
Will an 8-day-old bank statement be accepted for my visa extension in Thailand?
6 comments
a year ago
What should I do if my online 90-day report for my Non O retirement visa in Thailand was rejected?
18 comments
a year ago

COMMENTS

How can I pay for a second-hand motorbike in Thailand without withdrawing cash?
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@Stuart **********
 Cheers Stuart. Bangkok Bank is my bank as well. I'll go the way you two have suggested. Thank you.
2 years ago
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How can I pay for a second-hand motorbike in Thailand without withdrawing cash?
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@Stuart ********
 Thanks. I do have the app, but, I'm not too familiar with it. It does however give me one option. Cheers.
2 years ago
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How can I open a Thai bank account without a retirement visa?
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I opened my Bangkok Bank account (90 day O retirement visa) with a yellow house book and pink ID card.
2 years ago
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What is the process for obtaining a one-year extension for a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@Stuart ********
 Map not required.
2 years ago
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What is the process for obtaining a one-year extension for a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@James ******
 Thank you.
2 years ago
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What is the process for obtaining a one-year extension for a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@Sean *******
 No, I sought advice from this forum and another one. Glad I did. It's a big weight off my shoulders.
2 years ago
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What is the process for obtaining a one-year extension for a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@Stuart ********
 No quirks, most helpful. They seem a happy bunch.
2 years ago
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What is the process for obtaining a one-year extension for a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@Stuart ********
 Retirement O Visa, Udon Thani.
2 years ago
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Can I apply for a one-year extension with my O visa after transferring 800,000 baht into my Thai bank account?
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Thank you for all your comments.
2 years ago
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What documents and steps are needed for a one-year extension of stay in Thailand on a retirement visa?
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Will be in Udon Thani. Message me when you've arrived and settled in.
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What advice is there for obtaining a Non-O visa extension in Thailand?
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What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?
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14 days ago
What are the consequences of overstaying a visa in Thailand for one year?
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a month ago
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What alternatives to Bangkok Bank do expats recommend for banking in Thailand?
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a month ago
What are the tax implications for depositing a UK pension into a Thai bank?
180 comments
a month ago
Do I need a visa to visit Thailand for 12 days as a first-time visitor?
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a month ago
What are the current requirements for a Non-O Marriage visa extension in Thailand?
50 comments
a month ago
What is the experience of applying for a Non-O Immigrant Visa based on Retirement in Thailand?
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What are the current visa-exempt entry rules for Thailand and how do they affect tourists?
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a month ago
Is $2,800 USD per month enough for a couple to retire comfortably in Chiang Mai, Thailand?
428 comments
a month ago
Has the visa exemption rule in Thailand changed from 60 to 30 days?
203 comments
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Can you apply for a retirement visa in Thailand without having 800,000 baht?
318 comments
a month ago
How long does it take to apply for the LTR visa from Canada and what are the requirements?
11 comments
a month ago
Why is Thailand considering changes to its visa-free entry policy?
56 comments
a month ago
Does flying business class into Thailand affect immigration scrutiny?
190 comments
2 months ago
What should I do if I'm held at BKK immigration and refused entry?
120 comments
2 months ago
What should I do if my landlord refuses to provide the Tabien Baan for my Thailand Non-O visa extension?
74 comments
2 months ago
Why did the police contact American expats in Thailand?
95 comments
2 months ago
Why is Bangkok Bank requiring customers to hold 400k for 4 months before issuing a bank certificate for visa renewal?
247 comments
2 months ago
Can I extend my visa without the required bank deposit if the bank didn't ask about it?
136 comments
2 months ago
What should I do about my Qatar flight to Doha in light of the current war situation?
421 comments
2 months ago
What does my friend's visa on arrival stamp for 60 days mean given that his country is listed for only 15 days VOA?
77 comments
2 months ago
What are the advantages and disadvantages of notifying U.S. Social Security about moving to Thailand?
34 comments
2 months ago
Can I bring 450,000 Baht into Thailand without declaring it at immigration?
153 comments
2 months ago
What is a Certificate of Residence and how can it help expats in Thailand?
55 comments
2 months ago
How can I retrieve my TDAC arrival card number after accidentally deleting the email?
121 comments
2 months ago
Why did Bangkok Bank not provide necessary paperwork for my retirement visa renewal?
184 comments
2 months ago
What documents do I need to enter Thailand besides a passport?
233 comments
2 months ago
Can I organize a long-term visa for myself as an Australian citizen married to a Thai woman while living in Australia?
14 comments
2 months ago
Can I handle my NON O visa extension and 90-day report at the Bangkok immigration office if I reside in Pathum Thani?
5 comments
2 months ago
Why is it difficult to re-enter Thailand on a tourist visa after short trips abroad?
154 comments
2 months ago
Will Thai banks accept my coins for cash exchange?
384 comments
3 months ago
Is the cost of living in Thailand now 80% of that in Australia?
626 comments
3 months ago
What are the experiences and tips regarding the TDAC form at Thai immigration during peak season?
230 comments
4 months ago
What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?
52 comments
5 months ago
What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?
76 comments
5 months ago
How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?
32 comments
5 months ago
What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?
48 comments
5 months ago
What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?
14 comments
5 months ago
What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?
12 comments
6 months ago
What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?
105 comments
7 months ago
What are the issues expats face with Bangkok Bank's account freezing policy?
113 comments
7 months ago
What experiences have others had with frozen bank accounts in Thailand?
40 comments
8 months ago
How can I recover money scammed by a visa agent in Thailand?
57 comments
8 months ago
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9 months ago
What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?
96 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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