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QUESTIONS

Will my existing insurance be accepted for the Thai Pass with a Non-O visa?

8 comments

3 years ago

What are the latest experiences and requirements for completing the Thai Pass since the new rules on May 1st?

15 comments

3 years ago

What is the procedure for entering Thailand with an eVisa, and how is it recorded in the passport?

11 comments

3 years ago

What should I consider when applying for a Non-O retirement visa and E-visa from the London Embassy?

8 comments

3 years ago

What are the current conditions for flying back to the UK with Thai Airways regarding COVID-19 tests?

14 comments

3 years ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining the 60-day visa extension in Thailand?

24 comments

4 years ago

Where can I find the direct announcement regarding the October Amnesty extension for foreigners in Thailand?

5 comments

4 years ago

How did I successfully extend my stay in Thailand during the amnesty period?

29 comments

4 years ago

What should I do if my visa stamp was refused at Nakhon Sawan immigration?

5 comments

4 years ago

What is the process for extending a tourist visa in Thailand with an embassy letter during the amnesty period?

14 comments

4 years ago

What should foreign nationals in Thailand do about their tourist visa renewal before the September 26 deadline?

38 comments

4 years ago

How can British Nationals on Amnesty in Thailand apply for a new visa without leaving the country?

14 comments

4 years ago

What documents do I need to renew my UK passport in Bangkok if I don't have proof of address?

52 comments

7 years ago

COMMENTS

Do Qatar and Thailand accept RT-PCR tests conducted via saliva rather than swab?

Bim *******

saliva is a lateral flow test normally. PCR is nose and throat. They wont accept a lateral flow test in Thailand. It must say PCR on the certificate.

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What checklist items should I consider while living in Thailand if I am married to a Thai citizen?

Bim *******

@Gregory ********

open a bank account. Some banks will allow it even on a tourist visa

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What checklist items should I consider while living in Thailand if I am married to a Thai citizen?

Bim *******

@Gregory ********

OK. If you have been married before get a court document from the court in your country where the divorce was done. This will need translating when you are here.

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What checklist items should I consider while living in Thailand if I am married to a Thai citizen?

Bim *******

In which country did you marry

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Are food shops open in Bangkok for domestic travelers?

Bim *******

BBK am not sure. BKK absolutely. 🤔 BBK is the Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait. Not sure they have branch on BKK.

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How can my sister extend her visa in Thailand for a longer stay?

Bim *******

What visa does she want

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Can I enter Thailand on a visa exemption and later apply for a non-immigrant marriage visa?

Bim *******

A friend of mine did it in Nakhon Sawan but it's better to get a tourist visa as it gives you more time to prepare the documents etc. It's was a real push to do it.

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How can I obtain a 60-day Covid extension visa in Thailand without a letter from my embassy?

Bim *******

Phone 1178 and they will confirm what you need. If the immigration office start stating differently out them on the phone to the immigration officer. Worked for me

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What does the term 'farang' mean and how is it perceived by different ethnicities in Thailand?

Bim *******

same here however it does annoy if someone knows my name and still uses it but that doesn't happen often.

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What does the term 'farang' mean and how is it perceived by different ethnicities in Thailand?

Bim *******

Yes it's true

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

223 comments

5 days ago

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

72 comments

7 days ago

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

132 comments

21 days ago

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

155 comments

a month ago

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

109 comments

a month ago

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

224 comments

a month ago

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

71 comments

a month ago

What are the changes in Thai visa application procedures for Southeast Asian consulates starting October 8th?

71 comments

a month ago

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

57 comments

a month ago

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

106 comments

2 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

2 months ago

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

86 comments

2 months ago

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

19 comments

3 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

3 months ago

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

18 comments

3 months ago

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

60 comments

3 months ago

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

101 comments

3 months ago

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

64 comments

4 months ago

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

46 comments

4 months ago

How quickly can one get a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand as an Australian?

104 comments

4 months ago

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

60 comments

4 months ago

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

153 comments

4 months ago

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

5 comments

4 months ago

What are the key features and requirements of Thailand's new DTV - Destination Thailand Visa?

134 comments

4 months ago

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

503 comments

4 months ago

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

193 comments

4 months ago

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

178 comments

4 months ago

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

48 comments

4 months ago

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

79 comments

4 months ago

Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?

73 comments

6 months ago

What are the updates on the upcoming changes to Thailand's visa rules?

4 comments

6 months ago

Can I obtain Thai nationality by marrying my girlfriend in Pattaya?

164 comments

6 months ago

Why are there so many sarcastic comments on expat groups about Thailand?

267 comments

7 months ago

How efficient is the process for obtaining a 12-month visa in Pattaya's immigration office?

38 comments

7 months ago

What are the unique breakfast options and experiences in Thailand, particularly in Pattaya or Patong?

28 comments

7 months ago

What are the best Thai dating apps to meet women with regular jobs, excluding freelancers or working girls?

370 comments

7 months ago

What are the rules for re-entering Thailand on a tourist visa or visa exemption?

33 comments

7 months ago

Is it true that Thai passport holders will soon have visa exemption for entry to the UK and Australia?

105 comments

7 months ago

How did you successfully open a bank account in Thailand on a tourist visa?

93 comments

7 months ago

What are the best currency exchange options at Suvarnabhumi Airport for arrival?

175 comments

7 months ago

What are the benefits and application process for the LTR 'Wealthy Pensioner' Visa in Thailand?

1 comments

8 months ago

Why do people ask unanswerable questions about Thailand?

230 comments

8 months ago

What are the implications of the upcoming visa price increases at Thai consulates?

55 comments

9 months ago

What should you do if you receive a wrong entry stamp in Thailand?

31 comments

10 months ago

How can I share my Thai visa experiences and get advice from the community?

3 comments

a year ago

Are Thai people really dishonest or is it just a stereotype?

191 comments

a year ago

What are the challenges of teaching English in Thailand as a foreigner?

309 comments

a year ago

Is Thailand really as heavenly as some expats claim, or are there hidden challenges?

221 comments

a year ago

Why is it prohibited to mention visa agents in this expat group?

32 comments

a year ago

Can I change my O visa based on marriage to a retirement visa in Thailand?

117 comments

a year ago

Why is travel insurance important for expats in Thailand, particularly after a medical emergency?

215 comments

a year ago

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