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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

7 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

How can I obtain education visas for my children after my LTR was rejected?

Bob **********

Make your way here and get the school to help you with there visa then you can go to the BOI in Bangkok and asked what is needed for your LTR

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What are the requirements for applying for an OA visa from outside Thailand regarding income verification and bank accounts?

Bob **********

Why don’t you look at the non-o a lot less requirements

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What are the requirements for applying for an OA visa from outside Thailand regarding income verification and bank accounts?

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@Lynnette ******

not for the first one but he’ll need one year of insurance to get stamped back in for his second year

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What steps can I take if my Kasikorn App is disabled and I can't access my account from abroad?

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@Chris ********

what visa did you open your account on,there freezing and closing accounts opened on an exempt stamp or tourist visa and some opened by agents

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How can I obtain a Thai address for my license application?

Bob **********

You’ll need a TM30 and go to immigration

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What are the time limits for the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) and do I need one for border runs?

Bob **********

It’s no more than 3 days out and there are no bounces to Cambodia land borders are closed and people are being pulled aside on there first bounce the IO’s aren’t happy with it

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What steps can I take if my Kasikorn App is disabled and I can't access my account from abroad?

Bob **********

That’s happening to a lot of people it seems there want to verify your info several friends had to go to AIS,Dtac and get a letter confirming there number I had to go into TTB bank with passport and they go over everything it’s got to do with all the scam bank accounts

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How do I fill in accommodation details for my online tourist visa application when I haven't booked any stays yet?

Bob **********

Book anything on Agoda with free cancellation

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What are the requirements for opening a bank account in Pattaya for a retirement visa?

Bob **********

where are you

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Why are there increased checks and interrogations upon entry to Thailand?

Bob **********

@Jared *********

it’s always been up to the IO if you want to stay longer BUY a visa for the length of stay you would like that’s why the have them why would you border bounce after a month ??

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Are there issues with entering Thailand multiple times on a visa-exempt basis?

54 comments

a day ago

What should I do if my workation visa application for Thailand was rejected without explanation?

347 comments

2 days ago

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

23 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

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

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

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 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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