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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 is the best visa option for retiring to Thailand, Non-O or OA, for someone coming from the UK?

Steve *******

@Richard ******************

FFS!STOP posting Incorrect information.

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What is the best visa option for retiring to Thailand, Non-O or OA, for someone coming from the UK?

Steve *******

@Richard ******************

And this is why you need the Non Imm O from your home Country rather than the OA

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What is the best visa option for retiring to Thailand, Non-O or OA, for someone coming from the UK?

Steve *******

@Richard ******************

Incorrect, get the Non Imm O in your home Country.

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What is the best visa option for retiring to Thailand, Non-O or OA, for someone coming from the UK?

Steve *******

@Richard ******************

You can get the O inside Thailand if you already have a Thai bank account but the easiest way is to get it in your home Country, you then have no problems opening a Thai bank account in preparation for the yearly extension of stay. This is the route most people take.

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What is the best visa option for retiring to Thailand, Non-O or OA, for someone coming from the UK?

Steve *******

@Richard ******************

You get the Non Imm O in your home Country before arriving in Thailand. Job done 👍

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Can I return to Thailand after two 90-day visits without a visa?

Steve *******

You're chatting complete bullsh*t

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Is it easier to get an O visa in Laos or Vietnam for expats in Thailand?

Steve *******

@Jeff ************

The clue's in the name!

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Is it easier to get an O visa in Laos or Vietnam for expats in Thailand?

Steve *******

@Jeff ************

You can't do a border run to Vietnam as it doesn't border Thailand

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Is it easier to get an O visa in Laos or Vietnam for expats in Thailand?

Steve *******

Depends where you are in Thailand

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What should I do if my visa application asks for a flight number but I haven't booked my flight yet?

Steve *******

You don't actually need to book a flight to get the flight number. Search the flight you want and make a note of the flight number

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

76 comments

5 days ago

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

32 comments

8 days ago

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

106 comments

11 days ago

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

122 comments

12 days ago

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

48 comments

15 days ago

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

14 comments

17 days ago

How can I extend my Non-Immigrant O Visa based on retirement in Thailand?

25 comments

24 days ago

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

12 comments

25 days ago

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

96 comments

a month 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

2 months ago

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

34 comments

2 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

3 months ago

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

49 comments

3 months ago

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

57 comments

4 months ago

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4 months ago

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

43 comments

5 months ago

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

18 comments

5 months ago

How can I effectively complete a TM30 online in Thailand?

8 comments

6 months ago

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

91 comments

6 months ago

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

153 comments

6 months ago

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

40 comments

6 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

7 months ago

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

408 comments

7 months ago

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

57 comments

7 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

8 months ago

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

306 comments

8 months ago

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

85 comments

8 months ago

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

51 comments

8 months ago

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

178 comments

8 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

8 months ago

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

36 comments

8 months ago

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

74 comments

8 months ago

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

133 comments

8 months ago

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

53 comments

8 months ago

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

85 comments

9 months ago

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

66 comments

9 months ago

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

44 comments

9 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

10 months ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

a year ago

What is the best time to visit Thailand to avoid crowds and enjoy good weather?

95 comments

a year ago

Who knows the woman accused of shoplifting in Nimman, Chiang Mai?

125 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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