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QUESTIONS

Why was the reopening of Phuket delayed and what are the implications for tourists and expats?

65 comments

5 years ago

What are the latest Covid-19 insurance requirements for travelers to Thailand?

42 comments

5 years ago

What are the requirements for applying for a Certificate of Entry (COE) for Thailand with a Smart Visa during the COVID-19 pandemic?

18 comments

5 years ago

What are the latest updates on visa extensions for tourists in Thailand?

84 comments

5 years ago

What should US citizens in Thailand do after the US Embassy announced it won't extend stay requests post-July 31?

73 comments

5 years ago

What are the latest entry restrictions for foreigners wanting to join Thai nationals amid COVID-19?

45 comments

5 years ago

What are the current visa extension rules for tourists and non-immigrant visa holders in Phuket?

38 comments

5 years ago

What is the current operational status of Don Muang Airport in Thailand?

9 comments

5 years ago

What are the recent changes in Thailand's immigration policy towards tourists?

8 comments

5 years ago

Can I Get My Elite Visa Affixed Without Traveling to Bangkok During COVID-19?

1 comments

5 years ago

Are Canadians Required to Apply for a Visa to Thailand Due to Covid-19?

3 comments

5 years ago

Can TransferWise be used to send USD to Thai bank accounts and what are the associated costs?

19 comments

6 years ago

What should I expect when doing a border run to Tachileik with a history of back-to-back SETVs in Thailand?

20 comments

8 years ago

COMMENTS

Do you need to visit Thailand to activate a DTV visa?

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@Lee **********

you could just scroll on by if you can't help

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Do you need to visit Thailand to activate a DTV visa?

Ivan ************

there hasn't been a single report of this happening to anyone on the DTV. Most people turned away don't have a visa.

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Do you need to visit Thailand to activate a DTV visa?

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@Lee **********

this group right here is specifically for people to ask questions like this. Someone posting here is attempting to educate themselves.

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Do you need to visit Thailand to activate a DTV visa?

Ivan ************

@Jonas ************

US Diversity Visa Lottery is an example of a visa you have to take up within a limited period or you lose it. It's a reasonable question, DTV although technically a tourist visa is a long term visa that allows remote work.

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Can you use the Moreta app for QR payments in Thailand without a local bank account?

Ivan ************

this is correct, it's business only. And in many cases, smaller merchants like street vendors may be using personal rather than business accounts, so this could impact you more than that sounds. I know a lot of the smaller places around here that use QR, it's a personal name and not a business.

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What are the advantages of the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) compared to traditional tourist visas for long-term stay in Thailand?

Ivan ************

just going off what you posted: "I’ve lived in Thailand for the past 5 years on a Non-Immigrant B visa." People have switched from non-immigrant to DTV, depending on circumstance DTV may be a better fit for them.

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What are the advantages of the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) compared to traditional tourist visas for long-term stay in Thailand?

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@Jonathan ********

if you're currently working on a non B you wouldn't qualify for a DTV, for what you're on your employer needs to be inside Thailand while for the DTV your employer needs to be very specifically not inside Thailand. Unless it's a job you can switch the employer to one outside Thailand, then DTV would be an option.

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What are the advantages of the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) compared to traditional tourist visas for long-term stay in Thailand?

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@Jonathan ********

you don't need a return flight with a non immigrant visa. If you have a non immigrant long term visa you don't need the DTV. What's not an option is continually border bouncing on tourist entries. Non immigrant B is not a tourist entry.

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What are the restrictions on working remotely with an Elite Visa in Thailand?

Ivan ************

neither was immigration, it seems. This is just how the Thai government works, there are different factions with their own ideas about things.

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What are the restrictions on working remotely with an Elite Visa in Thailand?

Ivan ************

Elite is not a private company, it's a state enterprise 100% owned by the Thai government.

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

66 comments

7 days ago

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

44 comments

11 days ago

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

48 comments

16 days ago

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

137 comments

19 days ago

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

428 comments

21 days ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

a month ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

2 months ago

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

95 comments

3 months ago

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

125 comments

3 months ago

What do I need to know about the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

273 comments

4 months ago

What are the best recommendations for visa agents in Bangkok for those seeking a retirement or DTV visa?

223 comments

4 months ago

Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?

72 comments

4 months ago

How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?

132 comments

4 months ago

Why do some members engage in bullying behavior online instead of offering constructive support?

155 comments

4 months ago

What should I know about entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

109 comments

5 months ago

What are the current visa fees and experiences for entering Laos from Thailand?

224 comments

5 months ago

What are the experiences and processes for obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

71 comments

5 months ago

What are the changes in Thai visa application procedures for Southeast Asian consulates starting October 8th?

71 comments

5 months ago

What are the new eVisa application procedures for Thai consulates in Southeast Asia starting October 8, 2024?

57 comments

5 months ago

What are the experiences and requirements of obtaining the DTV visa in Thailand?

106 comments

5 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

5 months ago

What are some experiences and tips for long-term stays in Thailand?

86 comments

6 months ago

What are the key guidelines and experiences regarding the new DTV visa for Thailand?

19 comments

7 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

7 months ago

What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?

18 comments

7 months ago

What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?

60 comments

7 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa as a business owner in Thailand?

101 comments

7 months ago

What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?

64 comments

7 months ago

What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?

46 comments

7 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

60 comments

7 months ago

What are the recent changes to Thailand's entry visa rules regarding unlimited land entries?

153 comments

8 months ago

What is the DTV visa and what are its employment restrictions in Thailand?

5 comments

8 months ago

What are the key features and requirements of Thailand's new DTV - Destination Thailand Visa?

134 comments

8 months ago

What are the requirements and details for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?

503 comments

8 months ago

What are the latest updates on the Thai DTV visa application process and its requirements?

193 comments

8 months ago

What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?

178 comments

8 months ago

What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?

48 comments

8 months ago

How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

79 comments

8 months ago

Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?

73 comments

9 months ago

What are the updates on the upcoming changes to Thailand's visa rules?

4 comments

9 months ago

Can I obtain Thai nationality by marrying my girlfriend in Pattaya?

164 comments

10 months ago

Why are there so many sarcastic comments on expat groups about Thailand?

267 comments

10 months ago

How efficient is the process for obtaining a 12-month visa in Pattaya's immigration office?

38 comments

10 months ago

What are the unique breakfast options and experiences in Thailand, particularly in Pattaya or Patong?

28 comments

10 months ago

What are the best Thai dating apps to meet women with regular jobs, excluding freelancers or working girls?

370 comments

a year ago

What are the rules for re-entering Thailand on a tourist visa or visa exemption?

33 comments

a year ago

Is it true that Thai passport holders will soon have visa exemption for entry to the UK and Australia?

105 comments

a year ago

How did you successfully open a bank account in Thailand on a tourist visa?

93 comments

a year ago

What are the best currency exchange options at Suvarnabhumi Airport for arrival?

175 comments

a year ago

What are the benefits and application process for the LTR 'Wealthy Pensioner' Visa in Thailand?

1 comments

a year ago

Why do people ask unanswerable questions about Thailand?

230 comments

a year ago

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