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QUESTIONS

Why are airfares from Melbourne to Thailand higher in June and July compared to February?

90 comments

10 months ago

What should I do if I contract COVID-19 close to the end of my 30-day visa exemption in Thailand?

59 comments

a year ago

Can I bring a motorbike helmet and a bag on an AirAsia flight from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?

4 comments

a year ago

How can I help my Thai friend book a domestic flight from Chiang Rai to Bangkok?

27 comments

2 years ago

COMMENTS

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

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@Puggs *********

You got ripped off too. I had a hernia operation done in Cambodia in 2019 for a total of $US450 but was in and out in a day. Turned out to be the more serious femoral rather than inguinal. Generally travel insurance does not cover hernias treating them as an existing condition, so if you were covered, you were extremely fortunate.

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

John ***********

Just less than $100? I paid over $330 Australian for just a month's insurance in June. Travel insurance has become expensive.

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What is the average monthly living cost for a single person in Thailand?

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@Ron *****************

My Thai mate working in a gas station in Pathum Thani earns the minimum wage. Not a job Thais want to do but 350 a day is what he makes.

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What is the average monthly living cost for a single person in Thailand?

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@Ron *****************

The minimum wage is 353 baht a day in Bangkok. Don't know how you get

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What is the average monthly living cost for a single person in Thailand?

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That's not cheap for a developing country.

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Is it possible for a 76-year-old expat to move to Thailand with a cat and buy a condo in one trip?

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@Sharron ******

Have you found an insurance company in thailand that will give you cover at your age?

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Is it possible for a 76-year-old expat to move to Thailand with a cat and buy a condo in one trip?

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@Richard ********

No problem. Each to their own. Phuket is not a place to which I would choose to return.

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Is it possible for a 76-year-old expat to move to Thailand with a cat and buy a condo in one trip?

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@Sharron ******

If you can get health insurance in Thailand it will either cost a small fortune or will have a huge excess e.g.

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0 baht and will not cover any known conditions. It's the major factor dissuading me moving permanently to Thailand from Australia.

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Is it possible for a 76-year-old expat to move to Thailand with a cat and buy a condo in one trip?

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@Alan *********

So the

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0 baht required to be kept in a bank for retirement visa is subject to 20% tax under these 'new laws'?

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Is it possible for a 76-year-old expat to move to Thailand with a cat and buy a condo in one trip?

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@Sharron ******

What do you mean by 'keeping your Medicare' here? I am assuming you are referring to Medicare in the States, but what happens if you fall ill in Thailand and are unable to get home?

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

223 comments

3 days ago

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

72 comments

6 days ago

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

132 comments

19 days ago

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

155 comments

24 days ago

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

109 comments

25 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

2 months 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

6 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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