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QUESTIONS

What are the tips for traveling from Heathrow T2 to Thailand regarding document preparation and flight costs?

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3 years ago

What are the challenges of opening a bank account in Thailand on a tourist visa?

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a month ago

COMMENTS

How can I get a tourist visa for Thailand?

Alastair ********************

you're travelling on a Pakistani passport so those rules will apply to you regardless of where you are staying.

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How can I get a tourist visa for Thailand?

Alastair ********************

start by looking at the visa types - most likely the tourist visa requirements

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How can I get a tourist visa for Thailand?

Alastair ********************

You need to provide more information to get some help such as Your nationality, how long you want to stay etc.

Start by looking at your local Thai Embassy for information on visa. Most applications are an evisa now they will tell you the requirements and paper work of needed.

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What is the cheapest phone service in Thailand and where can I obtain it?

Alastair ********************

Edited to read "unlimited data"

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What is the cheapest phone service in Thailand and where can I obtain it?

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AIS, 200B p/m unlimited data, got it on Thai airways. Registered it at AIS shop in Patong during sandbox (Jungceylon). Good service, decent data speeds, streams Netflix no problem.

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What are the best banks in Pattaya for opening an account without insurance while on a 90-day Non-O visa?

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I have the same visa, I opened a Kasikorn Bank account, ATM card, bank book, banking app. Needed a Thai address (no mail goes there) and also my UK address. I opened it in Sukhumvit. Documents passport, driving licence, visa.

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What are the tips for traveling from Heathrow T2 to Thailand regarding document preparation and flight costs?

Alastair ********************

3 and half hours to 4 hours before the flight.

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Where can I buy insurance for the Thailand Pass as a USA expat?

Alastair ********************

@Bernhard **********

ah ok, that part got a bit lost in the message.

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Where can I buy insurance for the Thailand Pass as a USA expat?

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@Bernhard **********

that's not the Thailand Pass site, it's a service that will apply for you for a fee.

This is the official site and applications are free (and easy):

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Has the Thai government changed the entry stamp duration from 60 to 30 days?

91 comments

10 days ago

What are the recent changes regarding Thai bank accounts for foreigners and how do they impact visa holders?

153 comments

20 days ago

How long did it take to obtain your LTR visa in Thailand, and what was your experience with the process?

40 comments

20 days ago

What are the differences between Thailand's visa exempt entry and tourist visa requirements?

50 comments

a month ago

What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?

96 comments

a month ago

What does the '60' on my visa stamp mean?

180 comments

a month ago

What are the challenges and considerations for a foreign man wanting to marry a Thai woman and bring her to the UK?

198 comments

a month ago

What are the requirements for filling out the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for travelers and residents?

57 comments

2 months ago

What is the TDAC and what do you need to know about it before arriving in Thailand?

136 comments

2 months ago

What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?

63 comments

2 months ago

What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?

306 comments

2 months ago

How did I successfully apply for a DTV visa after being denied entry into Thailand?

85 comments

2 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

2 months ago

What should I know about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before using it?

74 comments

3 months ago

What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?

133 comments

3 months ago

What is the experience of re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?

53 comments

3 months ago

What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?

66 comments

3 months ago

What should I expect during my entry into Thailand with a DTV visa?

44 comments

4 months ago

What is the process for filing a 90 Day Report for Thailand visa holders?

48 comments

4 months ago

What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?

137 comments

4 months ago

Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?

428 comments

4 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

4 months ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

6 months ago

Who knows the woman accused of shoplifting in Nimman, Chiang Mai?

125 comments

6 months ago

What do I need to know about the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

273 comments

7 months ago

What are the best recommendations for visa agents in Bangkok for those seeking a retirement or DTV visa?

223 comments

7 months ago

Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?

72 comments

7 months ago

How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?

132 comments

8 months ago

Why do some members engage in bullying behavior online instead of offering constructive support?

155 comments

8 months ago

What should I know about entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

109 comments

8 months ago

What are the current visa fees and experiences for entering Laos from Thailand?

224 comments

8 months ago

What are the experiences and processes for obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

71 comments

8 months ago

What are the new eVisa application procedures for Thai consulates in Southeast Asia starting October 8, 2024?

57 comments

8 months ago

What are the experiences and requirements of obtaining the DTV visa in Thailand?

106 comments

8 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

9 months ago

What are some experiences and tips for long-term stays in Thailand?

86 comments

9 months ago

What are the key guidelines and experiences regarding the new DTV visa for Thailand?

19 comments

10 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

10 months ago

What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?

18 comments

10 months ago

What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?

60 comments

10 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa as a business owner in Thailand?

101 comments

10 months ago

What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?

64 comments

a year ago

What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?

46 comments

a year ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

60 comments

a year ago

What are the recent changes to Thailand's entry visa rules regarding unlimited land entries?

153 comments

a year ago

What is the DTV visa and what are its employment restrictions in Thailand?

5 comments

a year ago

What are the requirements and details for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?

503 comments

a year ago

What are the latest updates on the Thai DTV visa application process and its requirements?

193 comments

a year ago

What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?

178 comments

a year ago

What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?

48 comments

a year ago

How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

79 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?

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a month ago

Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?

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a month ago

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