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Can my family with US passports use the fast lane with my Thai passport at BKK?
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@Joe ******
 I can confirm this, I entered Thailand December last year.
2 years ago
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What should I do if my Thai visa application was denied because I'm a UK citizen living in Canada?
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@Daniel **********
 The permit of stay based on visa exemption can only extended ONCE. The Covid extensions are no longer possible.
2 years ago
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Can you open a bank account in Thailand on a visa exemption without additional requirements?
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@Isaac ****
 For example, he can send money to the Bangkok Bank account from abroad and use his ATM card to withdraw money while being back in Thailand.
2 years ago
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Is it easier to apply for a retirement visa in the UK or Thailand?
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@Paul *******
 It is 2 months before and 3 months after instead.
2 years ago
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How can I qualify for a NON-O visa in Thailand without proving I make 40,000 baht a month?
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@Steve ******
 The permit of stay for 30 days visa exemption can only be extended ONCE for another 30 days (not 60 days).
2 years ago
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Can I conduct a 'border run' without entering a neighboring country and avoid needing a visa?
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@Frank-Steven **********
 On 4 January this year, I was at the Mae Sai--Tachilek border. It was completely closed at that day. I don't know if the border is now open again...
2 years ago
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How much money should I leave in my Thai bank account to keep it open when moving back to the US?
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@Frankie *******
 I use AIS One-2-Call prepaid with roaming for years already without problems.
2 years ago
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What is the best way to reach Bangkok's International Airport from Nongkhai by train?
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@Kuan *****
 Yes, there is. You have to show your flight ticket to enter for free.
2 years ago
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What are the experiences of opening a bank account in Thailand for expats on a retirement visa?
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@Karim **************
 I can confirm this. I also opened the bank account in Isaan and was able to get a new bankbook in Central Thailand. This was at Bangkok Bank.
3 years ago
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What are the requirements for showing proof of funds when applying for a Non-O retirement visa extension in Thailand?
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Peter Ng Sending money from abroad to Bangkok Bank for example shows as "FTT" (Foreign Telex Transfer) in the bank book record. This is evidence that the money came from abroad. However, I am not sure how other Thai banks handle that.
3 years ago
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