Stuart ********

Generally if you use an agent to “fund” your visa/extension they you’re stuck on that gravy train until you start afresh with a “clean” visa.

Like everything here it is probably office dependent so check with yours as to their policy.

16 days ago

Can my mother-in-law apply for a Non-O Retirement Visa from Vietnam using her UK bank account?

Stuart *********

When you apply for a visa outside of Thailand you can use any bank around the world so long as their statements meet the requirements set by that embassy or consulate.

Therefore having the equivalent of 800k in a UK bank would be fine. The statements don’t have to be stamped or signed.

16 days ago

What is the 90-day check-in procedure for Digital Nomad Visas (DTV) in Thailand?

Stuart *********

The “first” report since entering the country - each time. Since most on a DTV will only file one report during the 180 day stamp then all of their reports will be their “first”.

Should you time things so you need to do a second report you can do that online.

16 days ago

Why is the visa fee for Thailand 12,500 baht instead of 10,000 baht as advised?

Stuart *********

NZ charge nearly 40,000 baht to apply there. I think Laos does them for 10,000, but it’s probably going to cost you more than 2,500 baht to get there and stay during the processing time.

16 days ago

Can I apply for a Non-O visa in the UK without having 800,000 baht in the bank?

Stuart *********

Applying for a Non O overseas you can have banked money in any bank account.

17 days ago

What type of visa do I need to volunteer in Thailand?

Stuart *********

@Robert *********

Well I suspect that the place you were “volunteering” for was a business rather than an NGO or other not for profit organisation.

17 days ago

What type of visa do I need to volunteer in Thailand?

Stuart *********

@Robert *********

You are referring to a paid teaching position that requires a Non B visa and security clearance and stuff. Completely different to what the OP was referring to.

I’m sure “Thai Legal International” know what they are talking about. That’s what you’d need to do your job.

17 days ago

What type of visa do I need to volunteer in Thailand?

Stuart *********

@Robert *********

A Non B stands for “business” visa. It’s for employment. It’s where a company employs you (and pays you) to work for them.

A Non O (volunteer) visa is for people that “work” at an institution but don’t get paid. A work permit is still a requirement to do that though regardless that you’re not getting paid.

17 days ago

What address should I use in Thailand when applying for a DTV visa if I'm only staying in a hotel?

Stuart *********

Put the hotel address. If they don’t list it on their website look it up on google maps.

17 days ago

Where can I obtain multiple sets of fingerprints in Thailand or nearby countries?

Stuart *********

@Kim *********

I was obviously being facetious about most people only having 10 fingers but really couldn’t comprehend why you’d need 16 sets.

Perhaps others who have had the same issue can advise.

18 days ago