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QUESTIONS

What are the requirements for obtaining a Thai driving license with a foreign license?
99 comments
2 years ago
What is the current Laos Departure tax and what currencies can it be paid in?
9 comments
2 years ago
Does Thai Air Asia check carry-on luggage weight of 7kg?
94 comments
2 years ago
Is the Nong Khai border post open during lunch hours?
3 comments
2 years ago
What are the options for waiting at Udon Thani airport for a few hours?
23 comments
2 years ago
Is it a problem if my bank account address differs from my residential address for a Non O visa in Thailand?
18 comments
2 years ago
What should I know about parking when visiting Chaengwattana immigration office during construction?
18 comments
2 years ago
What can I do if I can't complete my 90-day report online due to technical issues?
14 comments
6 years ago
Can I Print My 90-Day Visa Slip Later After Completing the Online Process in Thailand?
12 comments
6 years ago
What happens after completing my 90-day report using the app?
11 comments
6 years ago
Can I Get a Re-entry Permit at Suvarnabhumi Airport with a NON-IM Visa Extension?
3 comments
6 years ago
How Do I Self-File a TM30 in Chaengwattana With an Irish Passport?
7 comments
6 years ago
Do I need a Power of Attorney to self-file my TM30 in Chaengwattana?
0 comments
7 years ago
Do I need a rental agreement and power of attorney to self-file a TM30 at Chaengwattana?
4 comments
7 years ago
Is the TM30 registration website available in English for expats in Thailand?
21 comments
7 years ago
Does a Rental/Lease Agreement have to be in Thai for self-filing in Thailand?
2 comments
7 years ago
How can I file my TM30 if I live in a condo owned by my ex-wife without a lease agreement?
24 comments
7 years ago
What is the experience of re-entering Thailand after living there for many years on a Non-Immigrant B visa?
0 comments
7 years ago
What are the current immigration procedures for first-time arrivals in Thailand?
0 comments
7 years ago
How can I book an appointment for a re-entry permit online in Thailand?
0 comments
7 years ago
Will my new Irish passport cause any issues when I arrive in Thailand?
10 comments
2 years ago
What is the importance of an onward travel ticket when flying to Thailand?
32 comments
2 years ago
Does a Non-O 90 Day Visa Cancel the Remaining Days of a Visa Exempt Entry in Thailand?
9 comments
2 years ago
What are the requirements for obtaining a Non-O visa based on retirement at Petchabun Immigration?
17 comments
a year ago
What is the correct link for the TDAC process before arriving in Thailand?
7 comments
6 months ago
What is the processing time for the 12-month retirement visa extension in Thailand?
23 comments
4 months ago
What is the correct time frame for submitting a 90-day report in Thailand?
1 comments
4 months ago
How do I transfer my mobile banking app to a new Samsung Galaxy phone without losing access to my funds?
38 comments
2 months ago

COMMENTS

What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?
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Andreas Mueller I read that final paragraph as Non O/A as both but now see it can be read as pnly Non OA its not very cleaboutboutr
11 days ago
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What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?
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Andreas Mueller yeah exactly but it is now required for a Non O from the looks of it
11 days ago
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What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?
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Jan Kenneth Nesland yeah exactly. I have had a Non A for last 3 years never needed health insurance. Now looks like we do.
11 days ago
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What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?
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Andreas Trummer health insurance
11 days ago
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What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?
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Michael Dawson health insurance is new
11 days ago
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What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?
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Robert Paltridge health insurance is new
11 days ago
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What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?
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The Health Insurance for retirement is brand new
11 days ago
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What are some less touristy and laid-back areas near Chiang Mai for relocation?
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I suggest you read the posts about what Chiang Mai is like just now. Might help you decide if you can live through that.
25 days ago
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What is the best way to manage the 800,000 THB for a retirement visa in Thailand to ensure access and interest?
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It has to be an instant withdrawal account
a month ago
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Has the visa exemption rule in Thailand changed from 60 to 30 days?
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No
a month ago
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What should I do if my TM30 date doesn't match my residency certificate application at Jomtien Immigration?
74 comments
3 days ago
What advice is there for obtaining a Non-O visa extension in Thailand?
15 comments
10 days ago
What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?
194 comments
11 days ago
Why is it now recommended to obtain a Non-O visa before arriving in Thailand instead of applying in-country?
16 comments
14 days ago
What are the consequences of overstaying a visa in Thailand for one year?
323 comments
a month ago
Why are one-way flights from Bangkok to LAX priced around $1000?
478 comments
a month ago
What alternatives to Bangkok Bank do expats recommend for banking in Thailand?
155 comments
a month ago
What are the tax implications for depositing a UK pension into a Thai bank?
180 comments
a month ago
Do I need a visa to visit Thailand for 12 days as a first-time visitor?
35 comments
a month ago
What are the current requirements for a Non-O Marriage visa extension in Thailand?
50 comments
a month ago
What is the experience of applying for a Non-O Immigrant Visa based on Retirement in Thailand?
56 comments
a month ago
What are the implications of Wise launching services in Thailand for expats and digital nomads?
149 comments
a month ago
What are the current visa-exempt entry rules for Thailand and how do they affect tourists?
10 comments
a month ago
Is $2,800 USD per month enough for a couple to retire comfortably in Chiang Mai, Thailand?
428 comments
a month ago
Has the visa exemption rule in Thailand changed from 60 to 30 days?
203 comments
a month ago
Why does Bangkok Bank frequently lock expat accounts without notice?
240 comments
a month ago
Can you apply for a retirement visa in Thailand without having 800,000 baht?
318 comments
a month ago
How long does it take to apply for the LTR visa from Canada and what are the requirements?
11 comments
a month ago
Why is Thailand considering changes to its visa-free entry policy?
56 comments
a month ago
Does flying business class into Thailand affect immigration scrutiny?
190 comments
2 months ago
What should I do if I'm held at BKK immigration and refused entry?
120 comments
2 months ago
What should I do if my landlord refuses to provide the Tabien Baan for my Thailand Non-O visa extension?
74 comments
2 months ago
Why did the police contact American expats in Thailand?
95 comments
2 months ago
Why is Bangkok Bank requiring customers to hold 400k for 4 months before issuing a bank certificate for visa renewal?
247 comments
2 months ago
Can I extend my visa without the required bank deposit if the bank didn't ask about it?
136 comments
2 months ago
What should I do about my Qatar flight to Doha in light of the current war situation?
421 comments
2 months ago
What does my friend's visa on arrival stamp for 60 days mean given that his country is listed for only 15 days VOA?
77 comments
2 months ago
What are the advantages and disadvantages of notifying U.S. Social Security about moving to Thailand?
34 comments
2 months ago
Can I bring 450,000 Baht into Thailand without declaring it at immigration?
153 comments
2 months ago
What is a Certificate of Residence and how can it help expats in Thailand?
55 comments
2 months ago
How can I retrieve my TDAC arrival card number after accidentally deleting the email?
121 comments
2 months ago
Why did Bangkok Bank not provide necessary paperwork for my retirement visa renewal?
184 comments
2 months ago
What documents do I need to enter Thailand besides a passport?
233 comments
2 months ago
Can I organize a long-term visa for myself as an Australian citizen married to a Thai woman while living in Australia?
14 comments
2 months ago
Can I handle my NON O visa extension and 90-day report at the Bangkok immigration office if I reside in Pathum Thani?
5 comments
2 months ago
Why is it difficult to re-enter Thailand on a tourist visa after short trips abroad?
154 comments
2 months ago
Will Thai banks accept my coins for cash exchange?
384 comments
3 months ago
Is the cost of living in Thailand now 80% of that in Australia?
626 comments
3 months ago
What are the experiences and tips regarding the TDAC form at Thai immigration during peak season?
230 comments
4 months ago
What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?
52 comments
5 months ago
What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?
76 comments
5 months ago
How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?
32 comments
5 months ago
What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?
48 comments
5 months ago
What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?
14 comments
5 months ago
What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?
12 comments
6 months ago
What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?
105 comments
7 months ago
What are the issues expats face with Bangkok Bank's account freezing policy?
113 comments
7 months ago
What experiences have others had with frozen bank accounts in Thailand?
40 comments
8 months ago
How can I recover money scammed by a visa agent in Thailand?
57 comments
8 months ago
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9 months ago
What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?
96 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?
16 comments
a month ago
Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?
8 comments
a month ago
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