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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 should I consider when planning to open a Greek restaurant in Thailand?
Phil ******
@saki*****
 enjoy your holiday. Maybe consult a legal company in Bangkok about your business plan. I've used Sunbelt Asia and Siam legal both are good in my opinion and here in Bangkok. Maybe a Greek style restaurant will work here as not many
a year ago
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What should I consider when planning to open a Greek restaurant in Thailand?
Phil ******
@saki*****
 Sounds a good plan but why phuket? Isaan is great
a year ago
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What are the visa and legal requirements for starting a coffee shop or restaurant in Thailand?
Phil ******
@saki*****
 yep its like anywhere in the world. Start off your business plan analysis first which maybe difficult if your not here.
a year ago
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Can I open a Thai bank account with a DTV visa at Kasikorn Bank?
Phil ******
@Alexander ***
 cause its still hard. The only one the agents are using is Bangkok bank
a year ago
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Can I stay in Thailand without a work visa?
Phil ******
@Smriti *******
 no
a year ago
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What are the visa and legal requirements for starting a coffee shop or restaurant in Thailand?
Phil ******
@saki*****
 best seek a legal company's opinion. I've used Siam legal and asunder Asia to assist me in the past. You'll need a Non O B visa and if working a work permir

Here's an article from a 3rd legal company. Do you have a Thai partner?

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a year ago
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What is the visa processing time for the DTV at the Thai Embassy in Washington D.C.?
Phil ******
@Vijay ****
 its on their website
a year ago
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Has Phuket Immigration removed the B3 million insurance exemption for OA visa holders?
Phil ******
@George ************
 also Jontien so must be strict in tourist spots
a year ago
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What are my options if I overstay the 60-day limit on my free visa exemption in Thailand?
Phil ******
@Naomi ******
 yes but why not go and get a ฿1900 extension from your closest IO?

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a year ago
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Can I really obtain a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand without opening a local bank account?
Phil ******
Bo Andersen don't understand. This is agent fee to get Non O retirement. Others more
a year ago
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215 comments
3 days ago
Are there issues with entering Thailand multiple times on a visa-exempt basis?
66 comments
4 days ago
What should I do if my workation visa application for Thailand was rejected without explanation?
347 comments
5 days ago
What is the process for opening a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?
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7 days ago
What was the immigration experience like upon landing in Bangkok with multiple visa stamps?
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17 days ago
What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?
52 comments
20 days ago
What are the current rules and concerns regarding visa exempt entries and extensions in Thailand?
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21 days ago
What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?
76 comments
a month 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
2 months 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
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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 process for extending a Digital Nomad Visa in Phuket for a family?
51 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
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?
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