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Can I keep my retirement visa if I leave Thailand with a re-entry permit?
24 comments
2 years ago
What are the details of the new E-Extension Visa service in Phuket via VFS Global?
11 comments
2 years ago
Is it too late to legalize a marriage ceremony that took place 8 years ago in a village in Thailand?
55 comments
3 years ago
What visa extension options are available for expats suffering from illness in Thailand?
25 comments
a year ago

COMMENTS

What is the weather like in Thailand in January and where to go after Bangkok?
Phil ******
@Shahid **********
 January is freezing
a year ago
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What are the requirements for maintaining the 800K baht for a retirement visa in Thailand regarding monthly deposits?
Phil ******
@Ken *******
 agree with Ellie. However if the ฿65k is transferred in each calender month in multiple transfers then that satisfies the retirement extension.
a year ago
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Which is the best place to celebrate New Year's Eve in Thailand: Bangkok, Phuket, or Pattaya?
Phil ******
@Raz **********
 yes
a year ago
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Is there a CIQ lane at Phuket Airport for transit passengers?
Phil ******
@George ********
 really? Its the wrong airport. Too late now
a year ago
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What are the best options for withdrawing cash in Thailand and how do they compare to exchange kiosks?
Phil ******
@Wayne *******
 me too in Bangkok and Pak Chong but rules change.
a year ago
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What are the best options for withdrawing cash in Thailand and how do they compare to exchange kiosks?
Phil ******
@Kim ********
 referring to MICHAELS POST. STARLING CARD doesn't attact ฿200 which is wring.

So advise the OP not me
a year ago
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What are the best options for withdrawing cash in Thailand and how do they compare to exchange kiosks?
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@Kim ********
 absolutely no kidding Sherlock. Thats why I'm telling them get a thai bank account. Oh have mine 13 years when they were easy to get.

Tell the OP not me
a year ago
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How much can I expect to pay for electricity and water in a small condo in Thailand, particularly when using air conditioning?
Phil ******
@David ******
 depends how much you use it.
a year ago
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What are the best options for withdrawing cash in Thailand and how do they compare to exchange kiosks?
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@Michael *********
 220 still charged. Get a thai account then no charge
a year ago
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What are the best options for withdrawing cash in Thailand and how do they compare to exchange kiosks?
Phil ******
@Michael *********
 sorry to burst your bubble but this card gets a ฿220 fee too.

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What are the experiences and tips regarding the TDAC form at Thai immigration during peak season?
152 comments
a day ago
Are there issues with entering Thailand multiple times on a visa-exempt basis?
66 comments
2 days ago
What should I do if my workation visa application for Thailand was rejected without explanation?
347 comments
3 days ago
What is the process for opening a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?
64 comments
5 days ago
What was the immigration experience like upon landing in Bangkok with multiple visa stamps?
97 comments
15 days ago
What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?
52 comments
18 days ago
What are the current rules and concerns regarding visa exempt entries and extensions in Thailand?
1 comments
19 days ago
What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?
76 comments
24 days ago
How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?
32 comments
a month ago
What are the recent challenges and requirements for Non Imm. O visa extensions at Pattaya Immigration?
106 comments
a month ago
What are the banking limitations for DTV visa holders in Thailand?
122 comments
a month ago
What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?
48 comments
a month ago
What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?
14 comments
a month ago
What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?
12 comments
a month ago
What is the process for obtaining a year extension of stay on a NON-O visa in Thailand?
37 comments
2 months ago
What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?
105 comments
3 months ago
How do I successfully reopen a frozen account with Bangkok Bank?
34 comments
3 months ago
What are the issues expats face with Bangkok Bank's account freezing policy?
113 comments
3 months ago
What experiences have others had with frozen bank accounts in Thailand?
40 comments
4 months ago
What are the current exchange rates for USD, AUD, and Euro to Thai Baht, and how do these rates affect expats in Thailand?
70 comments
4 months ago
Will I be allowed reentry to Thailand after my visa runs?
49 comments
4 months ago
How can I recover money scammed by a visa agent in Thailand?
57 comments
4 months ago
0 comments
5 months ago
What are the challenges and recommendations for opening a bank account in Thailand on a Non-O visa?
43 comments
6 months ago
What was your experience applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in Thailand?
18 comments
6 months ago
Has the Thai government changed the entry stamp duration from 60 to 30 days?
91 comments
7 months ago
What are the recent changes regarding Thai bank accounts for foreigners and how do they impact visa holders?
153 comments
7 months ago
How long did it take to obtain your LTR visa in Thailand, and what was your experience with the process?
40 comments
7 months ago
What are the differences between Thailand's visa exempt entry and tourist visa requirements?
50 comments
7 months ago
What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?
96 comments
7 months ago
What does the '60' on my visa stamp mean?
180 comments
7 months ago
What are the challenges and considerations for a foreign man wanting to marry a Thai woman and bring her to the UK?
198 comments
8 months ago
Should I buy a house in Thailand in my girlfriend's name before marriage?
408 comments
8 months ago
What are the requirements for filling out the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for travelers and residents?
57 comments
8 months ago
What is the TDAC and what do you need to know about it before arriving in Thailand?
136 comments
8 months ago
What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?
63 comments
9 months ago
What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?
306 comments
9 months ago
How did I successfully apply for a DTV visa after being denied entry into Thailand?
85 comments
9 months ago
What is the current exchange rate trend between the Pound and the Thai Baht?
178 comments
9 months ago
What are some funny memes related to current events?
14 comments
9 months ago
How can I expedite my Digital Nomad visa (DTV) application for Thailand?
36 comments
9 months ago
What should I know about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before using it?
74 comments
9 months ago
What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?
133 comments
9 months ago
What is the experience of re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?
53 comments
9 months ago
What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?
66 comments
10 months ago
What should I expect during my entry into Thailand with a DTV visa?
44 comments
10 months ago
What is the process for filing a 90 Day Report for Thailand visa holders?
48 comments
10 months ago
What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?
137 comments
10 months ago
Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?
428 comments
10 months ago
Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?
51 comments
a year ago
How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?
197 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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