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QUESTIONS

What are the legal consequences of receiving funds mistakenly sent to the wrong bank account in Thailand?
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2 years ago
How can my Thai partner apply for a tourist visa to Australia without using an agent?
9 comments
3 years ago
What are the banking requirements for renewing a retirement visa in Thailand?
17 comments
5 years ago
What are the best alternatives to Transferwise for international money transfers from Australia?
36 comments
6 years ago
What are some recommended visa companies in Udonthani for helping my partner travel to Australia?
7 comments
6 years ago

COMMENTS

What could a 750 baht charge from Bangkok Bank be for?
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@Kevin *********
 so next question would be do you do that at the ATM with cardless withdrawal system.
2 years ago
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What could a 750 baht charge from Bangkok Bank be for?
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@Kevin *********
 how do you draw out "cash" on your card?
2 years ago
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What could a 750 baht charge from Bangkok Bank be for?
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I have BkB B1 card and I payed something like 300 in the start and now 10 bht a month. Been there 5 years now.
2 years ago
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When can I withdraw money from my Thai bank account after satisfying the 800,000 THB requirement for a visa?
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The only correct answer can come from immigration office you intend to do your 90 day and annual extension at👍👍
2 years ago
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Where can I find a doctor in Thailand who can treat sun damaged skin with liquid nitrogen?
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Most dematologist will do it, I have 43 hit last year, to many years as a kid unprotected. I'm in Udonthani and had no trouble finding one in Google.
2 years ago
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What are the best motor insurance options in Thailand and how is the claims process with Roojai?
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@Tong ****
 my first year with them, great price and coverage.
2 years ago
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What might cause a call from the UK to a Thai mobile to fail, and how are charges handled?
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@Ken ******
 anywhere in the world dial + instead on 1100, then your country code it’s international, have used many times when I have been there working, from mobile or landline. Maybe in the states on a US phone, not sure about that as I have always had an Australian or Thia phone and number and never an issue.👍✌️👍🤝🤝
2 years ago
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What might cause a call from the UK to a Thai mobile to fail, and how are charges handled?
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@Ken ******
 dial +66🫣
2 years ago
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What is the best way to ship a laptop to a friend in Thailand?
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@Steven ********
 Google it
2 years ago
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What is the best way to ship a laptop to a friend in Thailand?
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Go to customs or an agent and send through them.the same as everyone else who sends something OS.
2 years ago
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What should I do if my TM30 date doesn't match my residency certificate application at Jomtien Immigration?
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4 days ago
What advice is there for obtaining a Non-O visa extension in Thailand?
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11 days ago
What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?
194 comments
12 days ago
Why is it now recommended to obtain a Non-O visa before arriving in Thailand instead of applying in-country?
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14 days ago
What are the consequences of overstaying a visa in Thailand for one year?
323 comments
a month ago
Why are one-way flights from Bangkok to LAX priced around $1000?
478 comments
a month ago
What alternatives to Bangkok Bank do expats recommend for banking in Thailand?
155 comments
a month ago
What are the tax implications for depositing a UK pension into a Thai bank?
180 comments
a month ago
Do I need a visa to visit Thailand for 12 days as a first-time visitor?
35 comments
a month ago
What are the current requirements for a Non-O Marriage visa extension in Thailand?
50 comments
a month ago
What is the experience of applying for a Non-O Immigrant Visa based on Retirement in Thailand?
56 comments
a month ago
What are the implications of Wise launching services in Thailand for expats and digital nomads?
149 comments
a month ago
What are the current visa-exempt entry rules for Thailand and how do they affect tourists?
10 comments
a month ago
Is $2,800 USD per month enough for a couple to retire comfortably in Chiang Mai, Thailand?
428 comments
a month ago
Has the visa exemption rule in Thailand changed from 60 to 30 days?
203 comments
a month ago
Why does Bangkok Bank frequently lock expat accounts without notice?
240 comments
a month ago
Can you apply for a retirement visa in Thailand without having 800,000 baht?
318 comments
a month ago
How long does it take to apply for the LTR visa from Canada and what are the requirements?
11 comments
a month ago
Why is Thailand considering changes to its visa-free entry policy?
56 comments
a month ago
Does flying business class into Thailand affect immigration scrutiny?
190 comments
2 months ago
What should I do if I'm held at BKK immigration and refused entry?
120 comments
2 months ago
What should I do if my landlord refuses to provide the Tabien Baan for my Thailand Non-O visa extension?
74 comments
2 months ago
Why did the police contact American expats in Thailand?
95 comments
2 months ago
Why is Bangkok Bank requiring customers to hold 400k for 4 months before issuing a bank certificate for visa renewal?
247 comments
2 months ago
Can I extend my visa without the required bank deposit if the bank didn't ask about it?
136 comments
2 months ago
What should I do about my Qatar flight to Doha in light of the current war situation?
421 comments
2 months ago
What does my friend's visa on arrival stamp for 60 days mean given that his country is listed for only 15 days VOA?
77 comments
2 months ago
What are the advantages and disadvantages of notifying U.S. Social Security about moving to Thailand?
34 comments
2 months ago
Can I bring 450,000 Baht into Thailand without declaring it at immigration?
153 comments
2 months ago
What is a Certificate of Residence and how can it help expats in Thailand?
55 comments
2 months ago
How can I retrieve my TDAC arrival card number after accidentally deleting the email?
121 comments
2 months ago
Why did Bangkok Bank not provide necessary paperwork for my retirement visa renewal?
184 comments
2 months ago
What documents do I need to enter Thailand besides a passport?
233 comments
2 months ago
Can I organize a long-term visa for myself as an Australian citizen married to a Thai woman while living in Australia?
14 comments
2 months ago
Can I handle my NON O visa extension and 90-day report at the Bangkok immigration office if I reside in Pathum Thani?
5 comments
2 months ago
Why is it difficult to re-enter Thailand on a tourist visa after short trips abroad?
154 comments
2 months ago
Will Thai banks accept my coins for cash exchange?
384 comments
3 months ago
Is the cost of living in Thailand now 80% of that in Australia?
626 comments
3 months ago
What are the experiences and tips regarding the TDAC form at Thai immigration during peak season?
230 comments
4 months ago
What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?
52 comments
5 months ago
What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?
76 comments
5 months ago
How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?
32 comments
5 months ago
What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?
48 comments
5 months ago
What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?
14 comments
5 months ago
What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?
12 comments
6 months ago
What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?
105 comments
7 months ago
What are the issues expats face with Bangkok Bank's account freezing policy?
113 comments
7 months ago
What experiences have others had with frozen bank accounts in Thailand?
40 comments
8 months ago
How can I recover money scammed by a visa agent in Thailand?
57 comments
8 months ago
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9 months ago
What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?
96 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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