Manfred *********

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This is a summary of

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's contributions to the platform. They have posed 4 questions and added 158 comments.

QUESTIONS

Does Kasikorn or Bangkok Bank issue the FET form on the spot for condo purchases?

2 comments

2 years ago

Is it possible to spend 5 months in Thailand using a Tourist Visa and border runs?

42 comments

2 years ago

How efficient is the Immigration office in Patong, Phuket for tourist visa extensions?

1 comments

2 years ago

What is an example of a bank letter required for a Non-O Retirement Visa application in Thailand?

25 comments

6 years ago

COMMENTS

What are the best options for booking onward tickets and applying for a DTV in Thailand?

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Simply buy a full-fare economy ticket from the airline of your choice, if everything works out as you plan, you might not need it and can cancel for a full refund anytime

a month ago

What should my friend do about his Thai visa overstay and getting a new passport?

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The British or Spanish embassy, whatever his nationality is...

a month ago

What are some alternative scan payment apps for expats in Thailand who have switched to a DTV visa?

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@Biff ******

they keep asking for documentation upon expiration of the previously submitted document. . If you don't provide, they downgrade the functionality

a month ago

How long does it take to receive TDAC email confirmation after completion?

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@Gavin *********

before you hand your passport to the kind Immigration Officer

a month ago

How long does it take to receive TDAC email confirmation after completion?

Manfred **********

5 minutes max

a month ago

What should I do if I need a Thai bank account to apply for a Non-Immigrant O-X Visa but can't open one with my tourist visa?

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@Stuart **********

thanks for your insight, so the disadvantage of applying from abroad - health insurance requirement - is compensated by not having to bring fresh money to Thailand?

a month ago

What should I do if I need a Thai bank account to apply for a Non-Immigrant O-X Visa but can't open one with my tourist visa?

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@Stuart **********

about the depositing of money... Many sources say it has to be fresh money, coming from abroad. Obviously I can't use my bank to exchange EUR as the bank rates are very low. Will a Superrich receipt be sufficient to prove the foreign origin?

a month ago

What should I do if my DTV visa has a typo in my passport number?

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There is a Thai Embassy in Bangkok? Why?

a month ago

What are the experiences and limitations of using the Kasikorn prepaid debit card for QR payments in Thailand?

Manfred **********

Just be aware that the exchange rate is very bad, that's how you pay for the 'convenience'

a month ago

What should I know about getting a visa on arrival in Laos and currency exchange at the border?

Manfred **********

Just do it online and pay the exact amount