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QUESTIONS

Does Kasikorn or Bangkok Bank issue the FET form on the spot for condo purchases?
2 comments
a year 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
a year ago
What is an example of a bank letter required for a Non-O Retirement Visa application in Thailand?
25 comments
5 years ago

COMMENTS

What is the current Euro to Thai Baht (EUR to THB) exchange rate?
Manfred **********
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Why ask an opinion app instead of a fact app?
a year ago
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Is it normal for hotels in Thailand to charge for issuing a TM30?
Manfred **********
Absolutely not.

They are obliged by law and by threat of revocation of their business license.

The only additional thing is to print out their filing.

10B max
a year ago
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What are the import tax rules and fees for goods ordered into Thailand?
Manfred **********
Sounds generous.

A bit of duty and 7% VAT
a year ago
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How does the 30-day visa-free stay work for Canadians arriving in Bangkok, and when is the correct departure date?
Manfred **********
Yes, day of arrival counts as 1st day.

Then feb29 is your 30th day.

Depart before midnight
a year ago
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Can I get a medical letter for my visa done in Bangkok instead of the US?
Manfred **********
No need for lab work.

Have your GP sign it, that's all
a year ago
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Can I get a 90-day tourist visa while in Thailand?
Manfred **********
Extend, border bounce, extend.

No 90dv per se but achievable stay
a year ago
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Can I deposit 800,000 Baht in Citibank or other foreign banks for visa purposes in Thailand?
Manfred **********
If you're the owner of a Fortune 500 company, yes.
a year ago
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What are the risks of exchanging currency at a bank in Thailand?
Manfred **********
Exotic currencies should be converted at specialised money changers only
a year ago
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Where can I apply for a Thailand visa online from the USA?
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a year ago
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Can you buy a data eSIM at Bangkok airport?
Manfred **********
Yes. Anywhere, anytime actually. Hence the "e"
a year ago
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224 comments
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57 comments
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106 comments
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146 comments
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86 comments
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19 comments
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270 comments
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18 comments
3 months ago
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60 comments
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101 comments
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64 comments
4 months ago
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46 comments
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60 comments
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153 comments
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5 comments
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134 comments
4 months ago
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503 comments
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193 comments
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178 comments
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48 comments
4 months ago
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79 comments
4 months ago
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73 comments
5 months ago
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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
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28 comments
7 months ago
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370 comments
7 months ago
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33 comments
7 months ago
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105 comments
7 months ago
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93 comments
7 months ago
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175 comments
7 months ago
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1 comments
8 months ago
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230 comments
8 months ago
What are the implications of the upcoming visa price increases at Thai consulates?
55 comments
9 months ago
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31 comments
10 months ago
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3 comments
a year ago
Are Thai people really dishonest or is it just a stereotype?
191 comments
a year ago
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309 comments
a year ago
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221 comments
a year ago
Why is it prohibited to mention visa agents in this expat group?
32 comments
a year ago
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117 comments
a year ago
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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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