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Can you apply for a DTV visa from outside Thailand or only from your residency country?
6 comments
2 years ago
Is it harder to obtain a multi-entry tourist visa for Thailand after using a 30-day visa exemption?
4 comments
2 years ago
What are the best visa options for a European remote worker wanting to stay in Thailand for one year?
39 comments
2 years ago
Is my reason for applying for a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa to Thailand valid as a digital nomad?
6 comments
2 years ago
Is a multi-entry tourist visa justified for a digital nomad traveling in Southeast Asia?
11 comments
2 years ago
Do I need to rent an apartment in Thailand before applying for a destination visa, and are there alternative options?
39 comments
2 years ago
What are the money requirements for applying for a DTV visa as a business owner in Thailand?
3 comments
2 years ago
What is the best approach for freelancers and business owners to obtain a DTV visa in Thailand if funds are held in a company bank account?
12 comments
2 years ago
Why do many prefer DTV before applying for an E-Visa in Jakarta?
25 comments
2 years ago
Is the Thai Embassy in Jakarta's website down and how can I apply without access to the requirements?
8 comments
2 years ago
Do I need to translate my freelance contracts to English for a Thai visa application in Jakarta?
2 comments
2 years ago
How long does it take to get a Destination Visa in Jakarta and how is it collected?
5 comments
a year ago
What are acceptable forms of proof of accommodation for a Destination Visa in Jakarta?
3 comments
a year ago
Does paying for a visa application at the Thai consulate in Jakarta mean my request is approved?
2 comments
a year ago
Is it okay to do a same-day border bounce to Laos for a DTV extension, or should I stay longer?
4 comments
3 months ago
Is it advisable to do a same-day border run to Laos after my DTV visa expires?
23 comments
3 months ago
Is it advisable to do a same-day border run to Laos after my DTV visa expires?
36 comments
3 months ago

COMMENTS

Can I open a bank account with a DTV visa in Bangkok?
Min *******
Just use Wise
4 days ago
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What are the tax obligations for DTV visa holders in Thailand and are there recommended accountants for assistance?
Min *******
@Upadhyay ********
Your own country would want you to pay taxes. If you pay taxes in Thailand you avoid paying taxes in your country
a month ago
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What should I say to immigration when entering Thailand on a DTV visa?
Min *******
Don't trust this BS post! Never saw immigration officers act like that.
2 months ago
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Is it worth moving to Thailand given the visa complications compared to Cambodia?
Min *******
DTV and no problem. Returned 3 times. Never a problem, never a question.

If you don't game the system and you don't overstay, you will have no problem

Many complainers they don't say the full truth of why they get denied!
2 months ago
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Is it possible to open a bank account in Thailand on a Digital Work Visa (DTV)?
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@Alix ********
Even if you can they may close it later
2 months ago
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What are my options to stay in Thailand after my Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) expires in 5 years?
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Anonymous participant 800for many people is only 4 years, they already used 1 year
2 months ago
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What are my options to stay in Thailand after my Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) expires in 5 years?
Min *******
Adnan Khairiwhat if somebody like Thailand and want to stay there all his life? Is normal to ask how to stay long term. Everybody is different.
2 months ago
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Can DTV visa holders open bank accounts at TTB Bank?
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@Markus *******
illegal and risky
2 months ago
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Is it advisable to do a same-day border run to Laos after my DTV visa expires?
Min *******
@Gianluca *****
 have you done it? Is hard or complicated?
3 months ago
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Is it advisable to do a same-day border run to Laos after my DTV visa expires?
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@Gianluca *****
 they say that is hard
3 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
a month 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
0 comments
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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