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Is it possible to leave Thailand after completing a 3-month cooking class on a DTV and still re-enter under the 5-year visa?
41 comments
a year ago
What are the current requirements for TM30 reporting upon re-entering Thailand?
45 comments
2 years ago
Do Cambodians get a 30-day visa on arrival when arriving by air in Thailand?
2 comments
3 years ago
What are some recommended Covid coverage options for returning to Thailand?
2 comments
4 years ago
What are the opening hours for Jomtien immigration office?
3 comments
4 years ago
What type of insurance is recommended for renewing an O-A visa in Thailand?
10 comments
5 years ago
What is the best way to travel from Pattaya to Savannakhet for an ED Visa?
2 comments
7 years ago
Should I apply for a Non-O visa in the States or return to Thailand on an exempt entry and apply here?
20 comments
4 years ago
When does my friend need to have 800,000 THB in a Thai bank for a retirement extension on an O-A visa?
7 comments
4 years ago
What Documents Do I Need to Upload for TM30 Reporting?
13 comments
6 years ago
Do I Have Extra Time to Update My TM30 Due to Crowds?
3 comments
6 years ago
What Is the Process for Entering Thailand on an O-A Visa After Flight Cancellations?
9 comments
6 years ago
Can You Still Fly Into Thailand From Vietnam and Get a 30-Day Exempt Stamp on a US Passport?
1 comments
6 years ago
Is the AOT App necessary for traveling to Cambodia?
5 comments
6 years ago
Can You Obtain a Non-O Visa for Retirement in Los Angeles or Washington DC?
6 comments
6 years ago
Why does Jomtien Immigration ask for extension requests during the last days of stay?
5 comments
6 years ago
What are the current requirements for renewing an O-A visa and switching to a Non-O visa in Thailand?
2 comments
6 years ago
Do I need insurance in Thailand if I have an O-A visa and am re-entering after April?
7 comments
6 years ago
Does my girl on an ED extension need a re-entry permit when we visit Phuket from Singapore?
0 comments
6 years ago
When are you notified if your ED Visa is denied in Vientiane?
3 comments
6 years ago
Is TM7 the form for a 30-day visa extension in Thailand?
0 comments
7 years ago
What type of visa should I book for my girl's ED visa appointment in Vientiane?
18 comments
7 years ago
Can someone over 50 receive a one-year visa extension in Chiang Mai by stating financial compliance?
0 comments
7 years ago
Do I need a re-entry permit for my O A visa if I travel to Cambodia?
0 comments
7 years ago
What recent experiences have expats had at Jomtien Immigration regarding bank statements and visa extensions for retirees?
0 comments
7 years ago
Can I deposit my 800K in an interest-bearing account after receiving my 1-year retirement extension in Thailand?
0 comments
7 years ago
Will my friend with a UK passport and a multi-entry Non-O visa get another 90 days if he re-enters Thailand before the visa expiration?
12 comments
7 years ago
Is Immigration in Jomtien open during Teacher's Day?
5 comments
7 years ago
Can my girlfriend apply for a new ED visa from a different consulate after her current visa expires?
0 comments
7 years ago
Can you extend a retirement visa in Thailand up to 3 months in advance?
4 comments
7 years ago
What did the user find related to Thailand?
0 comments
7 years ago
Can I apply for a retirement extension 6 weeks before it expires in Thailand?
5 comments
7 years ago
What financial documents are required for a Non-O visa application in Thailand, especially regarding notarized certificates?
21 comments
7 years ago
Where can I obtain a Thai ED visa in Vientiane, Laos—at the Embassy or the Consulate?
6 comments
8 years ago
Can I apply for a DTV visa online and activate it by exiting and re-entering Thailand?
40 comments
a year ago
What are recommended cooking schools in Pattaya that qualify for the DTV?
2 comments
a year ago
How can a foreigner register for the online TM30 system in Thailand?
3 comments
2 months ago
How can a foreigner register for the TM30 in Thailand?
9 comments
2 months ago

COMMENTS

What are the advantages of a one-year Non O retirement visa over a five-year DTV in Thailand?
Bob **********
@Christopher ********
 been here 15 years and never been asked anything and I travel a lot
9 months ago
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What are the advantages of a one-year Non O retirement visa over a five-year DTV in Thailand?
Bob **********
Nobody knows what’s going to happen with the DTV it’s too new I’ve always thought that Thailand isn’t going to let you stay 5 years for a two month cooking class there already questioning people on there first bounces
9 months ago
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What are the advantages of a one-year Non O retirement visa over a five-year DTV in Thailand?
Bob **********
@Roberto ********
 no
9 months ago
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Are two blank pages in my passport sufficient for a visa change in Thailand, and will my work permit need to be updated with my new passport information?
Bob **********
You’ll only be given as much stay as your visa is good for
9 months ago
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What additional documents do travelers need besides a passport for a 10-day stay in Thailand?
Bob **********
Flip Flops ,T shirt, shorts,sunglasses,passport and cash plenty of cash
9 months ago
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What are the best ways to find a nursing home in Thailand and obtain a retirement visa for my bedridden relative?
Bob **********
@Anna ********
 Well I guess you do what you have to do
9 months ago
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Will my retirement visa be canceled if I visit Thailand for 10 days before moving permanently?
Bob **********
@Shai *******
 as long as it’s two months before applying for your one year extension
9 months ago
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What are the steps to open a Thai bank account on a DTV?
Bob **********
Because of all the ghosts accounts you might have a problem opening one right now with an agent but I’ve always heard about 5000 baht
9 months ago
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What documents are required for the extension of a DTV visa in Koh Samui, and when should I apply?
Bob **********
I’m hearing of the few that were approved they needed more paperwork than when applying plus bank statements
9 months ago
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Can I apply for a 90-day Non-Immigrant O visa from inside Thailand after entering on an exemption visa?
Bob **********
@Leatrice ****************
 just go to your immagration office and ask for the handout
9 months ago
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66 comments
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76 comments
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106 comments
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122 comments
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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
2 months ago
What is the process for obtaining a year extension of stay on a NON-O visa in Thailand?
37 comments
3 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
4 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
0 comments
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
8 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
9 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 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
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?
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