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What visa options are available for long-term stays in Thailand after multiple 60-day entries?
95 comments
8 months ago
What is the process for obtaining a Non-O visa from the UK?
12 comments
8 months ago
Does Thai immigration know my travel history when I renew my passport?
83 comments
8 months ago
Do I need to reapply for my retirement visa after renewing my passport in Thailand?
12 comments
7 months ago
What are the different types of visas available for Thailand and how can I understand them easily?
24 comments
7 months ago
What is the cost of the soft activity paperwork for the DTV visa in Thailand?
5 comments
7 months ago
Does owning a condo in Thailand help in obtaining a retirement visa?
20 comments
4 months ago
How can I apply for a criminal background check for a retirement visa in Thailand if police stations are closed?
34 comments
3 months ago
Can you apply for a DTV visa while in Thailand?
11 comments
3 months ago
Can I apply for a retirement visa if my Thai bank account is frozen due to opening it on a tourist visa?
37 comments
2 months ago
What are the experiences of expats regarding bank account freezing in Thailand when using agents versus going it alone?
55 comments
2 months ago
Are there any cookery schools in Pattaya that cater to the DTV?
4 comments
2 months ago
Is it worth applying for the DTV visa through an agent?
28 comments
2 months ago
How many times can you enter and exit Thailand with a retirement visa?
52 comments
a month ago
What steps should I take if my bank account in Thailand is frozen after entering on a tourist visa and I want to sell my condo?
14 comments
a month ago
Why are Thailand's visa rules so complicated, and could a flat fee system be better?
68 comments
a month ago
Will visiting Thailand multiple times in a year affect my ability to enter again just before Christmas?
36 comments
a month ago
How long does it typically take to obtain a tourist visa to Thailand from the UK?
16 comments
a month ago
Can I apply for a retirement visa after entering Thailand on a 12-month Non-O multi-entry visa?
30 comments
a month ago
How long does it take to convert a Non-O visa to a retirement visa in Thailand?
58 comments
25 days ago
What should I do if the Thai embassy requests a hotel reservation for my visa application but I own a condo in Thailand?
28 comments
24 days ago
Do you need a re-entry permit for a 6-month multi-entry E visa when leaving Thailand?
13 comments
21 days ago
How long does it take to process an E visa application from the Thai embassy in London?
28 comments
21 days ago
How does the validity of a multi-entry E visa work for stays in Thailand?
22 comments
12 days ago
Is travel insurance required for a NON O visa application in Thailand?
35 comments
8 days ago
Is it better to use multiple METVs rather than applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
55 comments
14 hours ago

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Is it better to use multiple METVs rather than applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
Alan *****
I wouldn’t want to stay more than 180 days. But if I did it would be broken up over the

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9 hours ago
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Is it better to use multiple METVs rather than applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
Alan *****
That money sitting in your account isn’t really your money if you have to leave it in your account
9 hours ago
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Is it better to use multiple METVs rather than applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
Alan *****
I’ve got one. 😏
9 hours ago
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Is it better to use multiple METVs rather than applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
Alan *****
Stalking me are you 😆. If I wanted to go to nam I’d go to nam 🙄
12 hours ago
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Is it better to use multiple METVs rather than applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
Alan *****
I wouldn’t want to stay more than 90 days
12 hours ago
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Is it better to use multiple METVs rather than applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
Alan *****
Of course I’d be a tourist. I don’t want to live in Thailand I just want to visit & use it as a base to visit SE Asia
12 hours ago
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Is it better to use multiple METVs rather than applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
Alan *****
Surely if you have bought a visa you’re guaranteed to get in. 🙄
13 hours ago
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Is it better to use multiple METVs rather than applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
Alan *****
I thought with an metv you can come & go as many times as you want in the 6month period otherwise what’s the point
13 hours ago
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Is it better to use multiple METVs rather than applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
Alan *****
The Thais are only interested in money, as long as your paying for a visa & leaving the country what’s the problem
13 hours ago
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Is it better to use multiple METVs rather than applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
Alan *****
I don’t want to live in Thailand
13 hours ago
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What are the challenges and recommendations for opening a bank account in Thailand on a Non-O visa?
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What was your experience applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in Thailand?
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Has the Thai government changed the entry stamp duration from 60 to 30 days?
91 comments
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What are the recent changes regarding Thai bank accounts for foreigners and how do they impact visa holders?
153 comments
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96 comments
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What does the '60' on my visa stamp mean?
180 comments
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198 comments
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Should I buy a house in Thailand in my girlfriend's name before marriage?
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What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?
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51 comments
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178 comments
9 months ago
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9 months ago
How can I expedite my Digital Nomad visa (DTV) application for Thailand?
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9 months ago
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74 comments
9 months ago
What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?
133 comments
9 months ago
What is the experience of re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?
53 comments
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What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?
66 comments
10 months ago
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44 comments
10 months ago
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What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?
137 comments
10 months ago
Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?
428 comments
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a year ago
What is the best time to visit Thailand to avoid crowds and enjoy good weather?
95 comments
a year ago
Who knows the woman accused of shoplifting in Nimman, Chiang Mai?
125 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
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a month ago
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16 comments
a month ago
Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?
8 comments
a month ago
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