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QUESTIONS

What is the current processing time for a Thai tourist visa at the DC embassy/consulate?

9 comments

a year ago

What is the current experience like when entering Thailand through DMK Airport?

3 comments

2 years ago

What are the current wait times for departing from Don Mueang Airport in Thailand?

0 comments

2 years ago

What are some recommendations for homeowners insurance in Thailand?

5 comments

2 years ago

Is Facebook currently experiencing issues with translating Thai to English?

14 comments

2 years ago

What are some recommendations for private pool condos or villas for two in Chiang Mai?

3 comments

2 years ago

What are the options for foreigners interested in owning land in Thailand?

16 comments

3 years ago

What should I consider when applying for a Thai tourist visa through the Los Angeles Thai Consulate?

2 comments

a year ago

COMMENTS

What are the visa options for a family relocating to Chiang Mai with a volunteer and student visa situations?

Cliff *********

So you want to live in Thailand based on children going to school there.

How will you support yourselves?

You cannot work without a work permit…..and you cannot stay long term.

Find another scheme.

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Will my friend encounter immigration issues when returning to Thailand with only one day left on his retirement visa?

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Tell your "friend" to get back to Thailand ASAP or risk starting everything all over again. Kap

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Is it a problem to travel to Thailand on a one-way ticket while applying for a retirement visa?

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Sometimes the airline checks, sometimes they don’t.

Sometimes immigration checks, sometimes they don’t.

Best to have a cheap or refundable exit ticket…..

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How long does it currently take to renew a US passport at the Embassy in Bangkok?

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I’m wondering how does a 10 year passport get used up in 5 years. Does Thai immigration place that many stamps?

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Is it acceptable to travel with scattered empty pages in my passport for entry requirements?

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You can put some sticky notes on the blank pages for the agent, but it’s time for a new passport…..

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Why was my bank account application denied at Bangkok Bank with a METV, and what are the limits for transferring funds?

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Each office is an independent business.

Go visit more offices and bring a Thai friend.

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What are the requirements for opening a bank account in Thailand, specifically at Bangkok Bank Jomtien branch?

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Every branch is different and has different requirements.

Keep looking or use an agent.

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Can I use the 30-day visa exemption by air entry multiple times within a year in Thailand?

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You can use it a lot more than 2 times

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What interest can you expect from a Thai bank account?

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Not in the conventional sense.

But it allows you to live much more easily in Thailand and do banking when you are back home……

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

213 comments

2 days ago

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

72 comments

5 days ago

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

132 comments

18 days ago

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

155 comments

23 days ago

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

109 comments

24 days ago

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

224 comments

a month ago

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

71 comments

a month ago

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

71 comments

a month ago

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

57 comments

a month ago

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

106 comments

a month ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

a month ago

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

86 comments

2 months ago

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

19 comments

3 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

3 months ago

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

18 comments

3 months ago

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

60 comments

3 months ago

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

101 comments

3 months ago

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

64 comments

4 months ago

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

46 comments

4 months ago

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

60 comments

4 months ago

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

153 comments

4 months ago

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

5 comments

4 months ago

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

134 comments

4 months ago

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

503 comments

4 months ago

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

193 comments

4 months ago

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

178 comments

4 months ago

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

48 comments

4 months ago

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

79 comments

4 months ago

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

73 comments

5 months ago

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

4 comments

6 months ago

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

164 comments

6 months ago

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

267 comments

6 months ago

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

38 comments

7 months ago

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

28 comments

7 months ago

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

370 comments

7 months ago

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

33 comments

7 months ago

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

105 comments

7 months ago

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

93 comments

7 months ago

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

175 comments

7 months ago

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

1 comments

8 months ago

Why do people ask unanswerable questions about Thailand?

230 comments

8 months ago

What are the implications of the upcoming visa price increases at Thai consulates?

55 comments

9 months ago

What should you do if you receive a wrong entry stamp in Thailand?

31 comments

10 months ago

How can I share my Thai visa experiences and get advice from the community?

3 comments

a year ago

Are Thai people really dishonest or is it just a stereotype?

191 comments

a year ago

What are the challenges of teaching English in Thailand as a foreigner?

309 comments

a year ago

Is Thailand really as heavenly as some expats claim, or are there hidden challenges?

221 comments

a year ago

Why is it prohibited to mention visa agents in this expat group?

32 comments

a year ago

Can I change my O visa based on marriage to a retirement visa in Thailand?

117 comments

a year ago

Why is travel insurance important for expats in Thailand, particularly after a medical emergency?

215 comments

a year ago

What should I do if I make a mistake with my Thai visa at the airport?

54 comments

a year ago

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