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What are the requirements for extending a Retirement Visa in Thailand regarding bank statements and funds?
7 comments
3 years ago
What is the application window for a Retirement Visa Extension in Jomtien?
5 comments
3 years ago
Will dropping below 400,000 baht in my savings account affect my Retirement Visa renewal?
6 comments
4 years ago
Is there a grace period for the 90-day bank check for my Retirement Visa in Thailand?
7 comments
4 years ago
Will divorcing my Thai wife affect my Retirement visa status and 800,000 baht requirement?
17 comments
4 years ago
What documents do I need for a Retirement Visa extension in Thailand, specifically in Jomtien?
31 comments
4 years ago
Do you need two witnesses for marriage extension renewal when moving to a new province in Thailand?
11 comments
5 years ago
Is the TM30 Proxy Form required when submitting the TM30 form for change of residence in Thailand?
7 comments
5 years ago
What should you do for your 90-day report when moving to a new province in Thailand?
2 comments
5 years ago
Is it common for marriage visa extensions to take 45 days for processing in Thailand?
6 comments
5 years ago
Can I use a combination of bank funds and monthly transfers for my retirement visa extension in Thailand?
4 comments
5 years ago
What are the requirements for extending a Marriage Visa in Thailand during the COVID-19 pandemic?
11 comments
5 years ago
What are the time period requirements for a Marriage Visa extension in Thailand?
10 comments
5 years ago
What documents are needed for a Thai marriage visa extension and when should I apply?
15 comments
5 years ago
What are the requirements for renewing a Marriage Visa in Thailand regarding bank balance?
6 comments
6 years ago
How Long Does 400,000 Baht Need to Be in the Bank Before Applying for Marriage Visa Renewal?
2 comments
6 years ago
Is My Non-B Visa Valid If My Job Ends Before the One-Year Term?
10 comments
6 years ago
Can I Convert My Non B Visa to a Non O Marriage Visa After Stopping Work?
22 comments
6 years ago
What do you need to do to keep your work permit valid when changing from a B Visa to an O Visa in Thailand?
3 comments
7 years ago
Can a re-entry permit be applied to a Single Entry Tourist Visa?
2 comments
8 years ago
What is the process for obtaining an interim tourist visa after switching from a Non-Immigrant B Visa to a retirement or Non-Immigrant O Visa in Thailand?
23 comments
8 years ago
Can I use financial products like CDs to meet the 800K baht requirement for retirement in Thailand?
32 comments
2 years ago
Do I need to check in with immigration for the TM30 when staying at a hotel in Chiang Mai?
6 comments
a year ago

COMMENTS

Should I convert US dollars to Baht before transferring to my Thai bank account or send USD directly?
Jon ********
Wells Fargo can do SWIFT transfer. They are pretty poor in terms of customer service but you don’t need WISE.
10 months ago
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Is internet banking available in Thailand?
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@David ******
 lots of places are cashless these days
10 months ago
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Is internet banking available in Thailand?
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@David ******
 So you can't get the app. How do you pay you bills?
10 months ago
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Is internet banking available in Thailand?
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@David ******
 are you serious? Why? I have been with them for 10 years and quite happy.
10 months ago
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Is internet banking available in Thailand?
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@Jim *******
 and both use the internet
10 months ago
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Is internet banking available in Thailand?
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@Peter *********
 who hoo thanks for the clarification ! lol
10 months ago
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Is internet banking available in Thailand?
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@Brandon ***********
 oh so when you log in from the app on the iPhone it’s not internet banking in lol 😂
10 months ago
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Is internet banking available in Thailand?
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@Brandon ***********
 that is internet banking, accessed on an app from the phone.📞
10 months ago
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What can I do about my high electricity bill in Thailand?
Jon ********
2000 is nothing. I have pains as much as 13,000
10 months ago
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Can I work part-time on a Retirement Visa in Thailand?
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@Steve **********
 1st 3 months are tourist Visa
10 months 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?
15 comments
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
2 months 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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