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QUESTIONS

What are some alternatives to Wise for transferring money from the USA to a Thai bank?
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4 years ago
Can I apply for a 30-day extension on my eVisa, with a start date after my current visa expires?
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4 years ago
Can I apply for a retirement visa in Thailand after starting with a 60 + 30 Tourist Visa?
9 comments
4 years ago
Do I need to apply for an e-visa for a 30-day tourist entry to Thailand from the USA?
9 comments
4 years ago
Can I transfer money directly from my US bank to Bangkok Bank for a retirement visa?
9 comments
4 years ago
How quickly can I get a 60-day tourist visa for Thailand through the Chicago Consulate?
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4 years ago
What is the current status of obtaining Covid-19 extensions on tourist visas in Thailand?
3 comments
4 years ago
How can I obtain a vaccine certificate in Thailand using the Mor Prom app?
16 comments
5 years ago
What are the quarantine and isolation requirements for traveling within Thailand for unvaccinated individuals?
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5 years ago
What are the rules for the 800,000 baht requirement for a retirement visa in Thailand?
89 comments
5 years ago
How can my friend in Italy obtain a fit to fly certificate for returning to Thailand?
10 comments
5 years ago
When does my 30-day extension begin after applying for it before my current visa expires?
3 comments
5 years ago
Do you need a return flight for a tourist visa to Thailand?
25 comments
5 years ago
What is the Fit to Fly form provided by the Thai Embassy in South Korea?
3 comments
5 years ago
What are the key travel requirements for entering Thailand during the Covid-19 pandemic?
33 comments
5 years ago
What are the current requirements for obtaining a visa and COE for Thailand during the COVID-19 pandemic?
8 comments
5 years ago
Where can I get a Covid test with a fit-to-fly certificate in Seoul before flying to Thailand?
5 comments
5 years ago
What are the concerns regarding Thailand's quarantine rules for travelers from China?
32 comments
6 years ago
What is the current status of the Thai Elite Visa and COEs amid limits on hotel accommodations?
22 comments
6 years ago
Will Thai Airways operate flights without passengers for financial reasons?
33 comments
6 years ago
Can I obtain an educational visa for Thailand through a legitimate university like Chiang Mai University instead of a language school?
1 comments
6 years ago
What are the potential strategies for Thailand to manage tourism amidst COVID-19 concerns?
38 comments
6 years ago

COMMENTS

Should I renew my passport before moving to Thailand in July/August if it expires in December?
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@Gary ******
 Seriously, have some of these people ever left their parents basement bedroom?
5 years ago
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What is the correct order and process to apply for a pink card, driving license, and housing book in Thailand on a married visa?
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You can get a drivers license with any kind of visa
5 years ago
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Is it safe to send a bank card via regular mail to Thailand?
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Wrong. I had a small - 6 cm piece of medical equipment- solid plastic, no moving parts, and it was stopped by customs because it was not ordered by a doctor, idiotic
5 years ago
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Is it safe to send a bank card via regular mail to Thailand?
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@Robert ******
 haha
5 years ago
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What should I do when my Volunteer visa expires in Thailand?
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my visa expires May 12. I went to immigration last week and they told me to come back May 11 for 60 day Covid extension.
5 years ago
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What is the step-by-step process for traveling from Europe to Thailand during COVID-19?
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We've taken up a collection and we're hiring someone to edit your posts.
5 years ago
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Why did I find someone using my toothbrush during quarantine?
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If he doesn't leave try a head butt
5 years ago
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What is the process and timeframe for extending a visa exemption in Thailand?
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@Dario ************
 Don't know why you said has until the 28th. Just as long as he gets it done the day before his current one expires
5 years ago
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What is the process and timeframe for extending a visa exemption in Thailand?
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you don't need help
5 years ago
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What are the best resources to find Thailand visa requirements and options for expats?
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maybe easier to get into Korea, depending on your nationality
5 years ago
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What should I do if my TM30 date doesn't match my residency certificate application at Jomtien Immigration?
74 comments
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?
16 comments
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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