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What are the requirements and options for obtaining a non-B visa and work permit for a Cambodian housekeeper in Pattaya?
4 comments
2 years ago
Where do I get the queue numbers for the 90-day report at Jomtien Immigration?
5 comments
2 years ago
How can I get a taxi from Pattaya to Ban Laem Border checkpoint at a reasonable rate?
19 comments
2 months ago

COMMENTS

Is there a new two-night stay requirement for border runs from Thailand to Laos?
Carsten ************
@Brook *******
 doesn't work about 90%
3 months ago
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What should expats do about the recent data breach affecting American and Canadian citizens in Thailand?
Carsten ************
@Charles *******
 forgive him, he's American
3 months ago
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Can you open a bank account in Bangkok with a residence certificate?
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@Graham ******
 nope, Banks want to see a certificate of residence. Maybe not all, but all I have dealt with.
3 months ago
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Can I really obtain a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand without opening a local bank account?
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@Brandon ***********
 ... for the extension. Here it's not about the extension. Maybe I missed something...
3 months ago
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Can I really obtain a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand without opening a local bank account?
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@Brandon ***********
 Initial non o from an agent in Thailand w/o leaving the country costs xy Baht. A bank account costs +/- 5k extra. That's probably here the case.
3 months ago
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Can I really obtain a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand without opening a local bank account?
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@Brandon ***********
 I believe, here it's about the initial non o only. The account is needed for the extension and is of course not included in the non o fee/bribe.
3 months ago
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Is the process of obtaining a driving license different for Thai citizens compared to expats in Thailand?
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@Marty ********
 If Pattaya, that's for Thai only.
3 months ago
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Is the process of obtaining a driving license different for Thai citizens compared to expats in Thailand?
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@Brandon ***********
 Appointment for farang only in person, not through the app, at least in Pattaya.
3 months ago
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Will my tax-free pension from Australia be taxed in Thailand if I live there for more than 179 days?
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@Peter *******
 some details are clear as mud, but there are some facts we don't need to argue about anymore.
3 months ago
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Will my tax-free pension from Australia be taxed in Thailand if I live there for more than 179 days?
Carsten ************
File a Tax return in Australia and if it shows your pension as already taxed or tax exempt, the Thai authorities will be okay with it. If a pension isn't exempted from tax at home, you will be taxed the amount you transfer into Thailand of course.
3 months ago
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213 comments
3 days ago
Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?
72 comments
5 days ago
How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?
132 comments
18 days ago
Why do some members engage in bullying behavior online instead of offering constructive support?
155 comments
23 days ago
What should I know about entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?
109 comments
25 days 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
a month ago
What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?
146 comments
a month 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
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
5 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
6 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
What should I do if I make a mistake with my Thai visa at the airport?
54 comments
a year ago
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