Stuart ********

Nope. You’ll need to be in the country that you apply at. For sure it’s an online system so how would they know? They’ll ask for proof that you are in the country and will need to see stuff like tickets from that country to Thailand.

Could you “fake” your location? Possibly. Would you get away with it? Who knows.

a year ago

What are the October public holidays for immigration offices in Thailand, and how do they affect visa expiration dates?

Stuart *********

@Eric *****

You can get a non O in a nearby country, but you’ll need to check which one you’re going to use. Some are switching over to the evisa system as of the 8th October.

You can still go there to apply but it’s an online process. Because the change is so new we don’t have details of turnaround times that they will take.

a year ago

What are the October public holidays for immigration offices in Thailand, and how do they affect visa expiration dates?

Stuart *********

@Elías *******

The 14th is a substitute for the 13th which is the anniversary of the late kings passing.

The 23rd is Chulalongkorn day.

a year ago

Will I have an issue re-entering Thailand after a 2-night stay in Cambodia as a Bulgarian citizen?

Stuart *********

Bulgarians now get visa exempt entry for 60 days. You should have no issue returning after 2 days in Cambodia, but as it’s at the discretion of the individual immigration officer no one could guarantee that.

a year ago

What are the latest requirements and changes for the Non O retirement visa in Thailand?

Stuart *********

@Darryl ******

That’s the policy for the Phuket office. Your local immigration may interpret the TM30 regulations differently.

a year ago

Do I need a work permit for doing autographs for my business in Thailand?

Stuart *********

That’s going to be a hard one to answer. Going back a few years even signing a cheque as a business owner was deemed “working” and therefore required a work permit and relevant visa.

These days it’s a bit more relaxed as what’s construed as “working” but still a very gray area.

Probably best to seek legal advise to CYA.

a year ago

What are the latest requirements and changes for the Non O retirement visa in Thailand?

Stuart *********

@Pete *********

Yes that’s true. However the requirement asks for Google Maps. I have no idea if they’d accept a Google Earth image.

a year ago

What are the requirements for renewing a Retirement Visa in Thailand without using an agent?

Stuart *********

@James ******

we will leave this discussion at that.

Although you never did answer why you made the comment of “you’re” from a previous answer.

Perhaps you thought I’d forget. Please explain your thought process on that one.

a year ago

What are the requirements for renewing a Retirement Visa in Thailand without using an agent?

Stuart *********

@Kirsten ********

The tax implications are a whole different level of concern. I’m no expert on those. Many countries have a dual tax agreement with Thailand so you shouldn’t be taxed twice on money brought in but you’d need to consult with an accountant or tax expert on that.

a year ago