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QUESTIONS

What are the best and worst times of the year weather-wise for living in Lopburi and Nakhon Sawan, Thailand?

66 comments

a year ago

Do you need to be married to a Thai citizen before applying for a Non-O Visa based on marriage?

18 comments

a year ago

What are the requirements for a foreigner to marry a Thai woman in Thailand, specifically regarding proof of relationship?

18 comments

2 years ago

What are the best travel destinations in Thailand for nature lovers during late March to April 2024, considering the burning season?

9 comments

2 years ago

Will Thailand Extend the Visa Exempt from 30 Days to 90 Days?

60 comments

2 years ago

Can I apply for a Non-O Retirement Visa in Thailand, and what are the financial and health insurance requirements?

11 comments

2 years ago

What is the 20,000 Baht cash requirement for entry to Thailand?

128 comments

2 years ago

Does Kasikorn Bank in Thailand allow PayID?

17 comments

3 years ago

COMMENTS

What should I do if I need a countersigned photo for a lost UK passport application but don't know anyone who can sign it?

Colin *********

ERIKANNNN right, and how can anyone prove that you haven't known someone for at least two years? I met Mr 'X' at a bar in 2022. We don't communicate by phone or email because we are regulars at the same bar and just meet in person...who can prove otherwise?

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What should I do if I need a countersigned photo for a lost UK passport application but don't know anyone who can sign it?

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@Soren *********

the air tag surely would be easily found and ditched if the passport were stolen, so not of much use in that situation

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Why can't I open a bank account in Thailand with a 90-day Non-O visa?

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@Tony *********

crazy isn't it... on one hand it seems that Thais love paperwork and on the other, not

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What issues should I be aware of when using Wise for international transfers to Thailand for visa extension purposes?

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@Sean **********

ok, that's good. Good luck

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Why can't I open a bank account in Thailand with a 90-day Non-O visa?

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@Tony *********

did you tell them that you can't get the one year extension without having a bank account with the required amount of funds in it two months before applying?

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Why can't I open a bank account in Thailand with a 90-day Non-O visa?

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@Michael *******

that's true, but I think that

@Brandon ***********

is on the money

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What issues should I be aware of when using Wise for international transfers to Thailand for visa extension purposes?

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@John *********

more expensive than traditional banks, or do you just mean more expensive than the normal way of transferring through Wise?

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What issues should I be aware of when using Wise for international transfers to Thailand for visa extension purposes?

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@John *********

this is something that I haven't had to deal with as yet, so; does using "SWIFT" mean using a 'regular' financial institution such as a Bank or Credit Union and not Wise?

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What issues should I be aware of when using Wise for international transfers to Thailand for visa extension purposes?

Colin *********

With your Extension of Stay refused, what now? Did the IO offer you a chance to try to get evidence of the International transfers from the banks concerned and then come back to apply for the Extension again?

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What issues should I be aware of when using Wise for international transfers to Thailand for visa extension purposes?

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@Wannikea ********

you certainly would want to check that Wise Transfers are correctly coded as International. Knowing what a number of Expats have said about 'Thai logic', it's hard to imagine an IO understanding and accepting the 'paper trail', as you put it.

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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

17 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

a month 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

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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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