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QUESTIONS

What are the bus routes from Pakse to Bangkok and experiences crossing Mukdahan bridge?

12 comments

4 years ago

Is the Sisaket Immigration office near the Chong Sangam border crossing open for expats?

3 comments

4 years ago

Is a 60-day family extension available from a Non-Immigrant O visa for those over 50 in Thailand?

3 comments

4 years ago

Is the Thai Consulate in Savannakhet, Laos currently processing visas and what are the entry requirements for UK citizens?

28 comments

5 years ago

What are the 13 health insurance companies recommended by Thai Immigration for the OA visa application?

20 comments

6 years ago

Is anyone else experiencing issues with group post notifications not appearing correctly on Facebook?

7 comments

7 years ago

What should I know about border bouncing with a Multi Entry Non Imm O visa at Chong Sa Ngam?

0 comments

7 years ago

What are the border crossing options from Thailand to Cambodia, especially for foreigners?

18 comments

7 years ago

What should I know about doing a border run to Cambodia for a Non-Immigrant O visa?

35 comments

8 years ago

Can you exit Thailand and return through a Laos border crossing without a Laos visa?

40 comments

9 years ago

COMMENTS

What are the best banks for expats in Bangkok to open an account with a 90-Day Non-O visa?

Steve *******

@Donald *********

plenty of people take early retirement and plenty of people are basically retired due to injury, physical or mental

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What are the best banks for expats in Bangkok to open an account with a 90-Day Non-O visa?

Steve *******

@Donald *********

Yes those are two of the stated purposes but as you point out it's a Non Immigrant visa. Also if you happen to be retired before age 50 then you won't qualify, therefore being retired is not a criteria to obtain the visa

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What are the best banks for expats in Bangkok to open an account with a 90-Day Non-O visa?

Steve *******

@Donald *********

Exactly Non Immigrant visa 👍

Also for marriage, visiting Thai dependant relatives and volunteer work

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What are the best banks for expats in Bangkok to open an account with a 90-Day Non-O visa?

Steve *******

@Donald *********

Officially it's not even a 'retirement visa'. It's actually a Non Immigrant visa, just nicknamed 'retirement visa'

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What are the best banks for expats in Bangkok to open an account with a 90-Day Non-O visa?

Steve *******

Nope, 50 and over and proof of finances regardless of where they originate

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Can foreigners with a Thai spouse use the Thai-only queue at the airport after the introduction of the TDAC?

Steve *******

Give it a go, ultimately it's up to the IO. You'll probably be ok going through with your wife

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What are the best banks for expats in Bangkok to open an account with a 90-Day Non-O visa?

Steve *******

You don't actually need to be retired to qualify for a 'retirement visa'. Being 50 or over is the first requirement

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What visa should I apply for to return to Thailand in September after leaving in March?

Steve *******

@Dave *********

It doesn't start fresh every new year. Your entry history is in the Immigration database

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What visa should I apply for to return to Thailand in September after leaving in March?

Steve *******

Yep, just ignore that IO nonsense, that actual IO that decides if you enter or not!

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What visa should I apply for to return to Thailand in September after leaving in March?

Steve *******

Are you talking about leaving March 2026?

You need to apply for the 30 days extention of stay, it's not a given and many people are now being denied due to their history of entries

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What is the process for opening a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?

64 comments

4 days ago

What was the immigration experience like upon landing in Bangkok with multiple visa stamps?

97 comments

14 days ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

52 comments

16 days ago

What are the current rules and concerns regarding visa exempt entries and extensions in Thailand?

1 comments

18 days ago

What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?

76 comments

22 days ago

How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?

32 comments

25 days ago

What are the recent challenges and requirements for Non Imm. O visa extensions at Pattaya Immigration?

106 comments

a month ago

What are the banking limitations for DTV visa holders in Thailand?

122 comments

a month ago

What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?

48 comments

a month ago

What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?

14 comments

a month ago

What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?

12 comments

a month ago

How do I navigate tax obligations as a 180-day Thai Tax Resident?

96 comments

2 months ago

What is the process for obtaining a year extension of stay on a NON-O visa in Thailand?

37 comments

2 months ago

What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?

105 comments

3 months ago

How do I successfully reopen a frozen account with Bangkok Bank?

34 comments

3 months ago

What are the issues expats face with Bangkok Bank's account freezing policy?

113 comments

3 months ago

What experiences have others had with frozen bank accounts in Thailand?

40 comments

3 months ago

What are the current exchange rates for USD, AUD, and Euro to Thai Baht, and how do these rates affect expats in Thailand?

70 comments

4 months ago

Will I be allowed reentry to Thailand after my visa runs?

49 comments

4 months ago

How can I recover money scammed by a visa agent in Thailand?

57 comments

4 months ago

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5 months ago

What are the challenges and recommendations for opening a bank account in Thailand on a Non-O visa?

43 comments

6 months ago

What was your experience applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in Thailand?

18 comments

6 months ago

Has the Thai government changed the entry stamp duration from 60 to 30 days?

91 comments

7 months ago

What are the recent changes regarding Thai bank accounts for foreigners and how do they impact visa holders?

153 comments

7 months ago

How long did it take to obtain your LTR visa in Thailand, and what was your experience with the process?

40 comments

7 months ago

What are the differences between Thailand's visa exempt entry and tourist visa requirements?

50 comments

7 months ago

What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?

96 comments

7 months ago

What does the '60' on my visa stamp mean?

180 comments

7 months ago

What are the challenges and considerations for a foreign man wanting to marry a Thai woman and bring her to the UK?

198 comments

8 months ago

Should I buy a house in Thailand in my girlfriend's name before marriage?

408 comments

8 months ago

What are the requirements for filling out the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for travelers and residents?

57 comments

8 months ago

What is the TDAC and what do you need to know about it before arriving in Thailand?

136 comments

8 months ago

What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?

63 comments

9 months ago

What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?

306 comments

9 months ago

How did I successfully apply for a DTV visa after being denied entry into Thailand?

85 comments

9 months ago

What is the process for extending a Digital Nomad Visa in Phuket for a family?

51 comments

9 months ago

What is the current exchange rate trend between the Pound and the Thai Baht?

178 comments

9 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

9 months ago

How can I expedite my Digital Nomad visa (DTV) application for Thailand?

36 comments

9 months ago

What should I know about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before using it?

74 comments

9 months ago

What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?

133 comments

9 months ago

What is the experience of re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?

53 comments

9 months ago

What are the requirements for a successful DTV extension application in Thailand?

85 comments

10 months ago

What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?

66 comments

10 months ago

What should I expect during my entry into Thailand with a DTV visa?

44 comments

10 months ago

What is the process for filing a 90 Day Report for Thailand visa holders?

48 comments

10 months ago

What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?

137 comments

10 months ago

Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?

428 comments

10 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

a year ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 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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