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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

Do I need to apply for a tourist visa in advance if staying 32 nights in Thailand with a European passport?
Phil ******
@José ******
 yes
2 years ago
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Where can I find a good place to eat yum going ten (jumping live shrimps) in Bangkok?
Phil ******
@Christopher ************
 no complaints. Even the dancing shrimp salad
2 years ago
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Where can I find a good place to eat yum going ten (jumping live shrimps) in Bangkok?
Phil ******
@Christopher ************
 not me I've eaten it all here
2 years ago
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How does the US-Thailand Tax Treaty affect taxation of social security income for expats living in Thailand?
Phil ******
@Mark *******
 its same with double treaty countries all over the world...ie UK and Aussies so nothings new
2 years ago
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Where can I find a good place to eat yum going ten (jumping live shrimps) in Bangkok?
Phil ******
@Christopher ************
 we kill and eat plants too....so cruel
2 years ago
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What are the common misconceptions about relationships with Thai women among expats in Thailand?
Phil ******
Yep a bit of a rant
@Chris ********************
 . At least NOT Anonymous
2 years ago
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How can I keep my American phone number while minimizing monthly costs in Thailand?
Phil ******
@Steve *******
 tell OP AS NOT ME. Also he didn't specify the network he's using so all international dial codes are different btw carriers
2 years ago
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Do I go through customs in Bangkok or Krabi when flying from Saigon to Krabi with Thai Airways?
Phil ******
@Jim *******
 thanks Jim. Amended
2 years ago
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Do I go through customs in Bangkok or Krabi when flying from Saigon to Krabi with Thai Airways?
Phil ******
@ANONYMOUS You will go through immigration in Bangkok and custome in Krabi
2 years ago
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How can I keep my American phone number while minimizing monthly costs in Thailand?
Phil ******
@Dean ******
 its because you are putting in the wrong prefix on the thai phone to call America OR you have insufficient credit in your thai phone account
2 years ago
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What are the experiences and tips regarding the TDAC form at Thai immigration during peak season?
230 comments
7 days ago
Are there issues with entering Thailand multiple times on a visa-exempt basis?
66 comments
8 days ago
What should I do if my workation visa application for Thailand was rejected without explanation?
347 comments
8 days ago
What is the process for opening a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?
64 comments
11 days ago
What was the immigration experience like upon landing in Bangkok with multiple visa stamps?
97 comments
21 days ago
What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?
52 comments
23 days ago
What are the current rules and concerns regarding visa exempt entries and extensions in Thailand?
1 comments
25 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
3 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
4 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
8 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
9 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
a year 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?
8 comments
a month ago
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