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QUESTIONS

What can I expect regarding the entry stamp for the new Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

174 comments

a year ago

Where can I extend a 30-day visa exemption with a Canadian passport in Thailand?

3 comments

3 years ago

COMMENTS

Should we get an education visa before arriving in Thailand or after getting there?

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@Frankie ******

actually never book a return flight unless you don’t like your life or money. I’m a full time traveller for 12 years and never buy a return flight in that time. What some airlines from some locations insist on, is proof of ‘onward travel’ which proves to them that you intend to leave the country within the time limits of your visa

a month ago

What insurance options are recommended for retirees in Thailand on a Non-O Visa?

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use a local agent in your area (so you can have assistance available when needed) that can access a major carrier like Allianz or Axa. At 67 it won't be cheap and worse at 70, but worth it.

a month ago

Should I convert US dollars to Baht before transferring to my Thai bank account or send USD directly?

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@Matthew ********

use Remitly if you are angry at your own money. You always get a worse exchange rate. They charge ‘lower fees’ to prey on the financially uneducated. It’s a good strategy

a month ago

Should I convert US dollars to Baht before transferring to my Thai bank account or send USD directly?

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@Jeremy *******

that…. Is hilarious. Ummm - no. Do NOT do this

a month ago

Can I switch health insurance while on an LTR visa in Thailand, and what are the implications?

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@James ******

I’m sure pretty much everyone who qualifies has $100k lying around somewhere.

Mine was brokerage account. No issues with acceptance

a month ago

Can I switch health insurance while on an LTR visa in Thailand, and what are the implications?

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For LTR it seemed more prudent to simply show $100k in a bank and allow yourself the flexibility to choose whatever insurance you wish

a month ago

How can a foreigner open a Thai bank account before receiving the O-X Long Stay Visa?

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@Ian *******

yes, the income requirement is high. 220,000 baht per month basically. One can live quite well in Thailand on that.

The visa itself is dirt cheap. The cheapest multi entry visa except DTV but without the hassles and no taxes

a month ago

How can a foreigner open a Thai bank account before receiving the O-X Long Stay Visa?

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@Helen ******

make sure you don’t qualify for LTR before looking at Elite. LTR far superior

a month ago

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

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@Cris *****

he actually is correct. It's the way the system is built. There is no such thing as 'abusing' it. Using it is what people have every right to do.

a month ago

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