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QUESTIONS

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 are the best visa options for a 6-month stay in Thailand for someone over 50?

Phil ******

Non O visa based on retirement. Once the extension is sorted open an account with a different bank and close Bangkok bank

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What should my friend indicate as the departure point on the TDAC when arriving in Thailand via KL?

Phil ******

@Richard *******

the flight that terminated in T h ailand

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How can I keep my UK mobile number active while living in Thailand without flying back?

Phil ******

Update your phone if its 3g @Anon

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What are the updates on tax for foreigners in Thailand and how does it apply in 2025?

Phil ******

Anonymous participant 459 jeez that's 60 million Thais

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What are the updates on tax for foreigners in Thailand and how does it apply in 2025?

Phil ******

No its law

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Will my friend be questioned about their previous denied entry into Thailand when attempting to enter from a neighboring country?

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@Margie **********

your friends passport says it all

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What should I put as the visa number on the arrival card if I have a 60-day on-entry stamp?

Phil ******

Leave blank

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What type of visa does a bank require to activate an account in Thailand?

Phil ******

depends on your circumstances... DTV ฿500k under 50 but no local bank account. Non O over 50 ฿400k or ฿800k bank account and depends. Elite visa loads of money bank account Non b bank account. Get on the thai e Visa site and see which ones suit you

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What type of visa does a bank require to activate an account in Thailand?

Phil ******

loads of people. You need a longer term visa

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What are the chances of receiving a 30-day or 7-day extension for my visa exemption in Thailand after multiple visits?

Phil ******

MagicalCelery5906 ok then wait for monday

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What is the process for opening a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?

53 comments

2 days ago

What was the immigration experience like upon landing in Bangkok with multiple visa stamps?

97 comments

12 days ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

52 comments

15 days ago

What are the current rules and concerns regarding visa exempt entries and extensions in Thailand?

1 comments

16 days ago

What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?

76 comments

21 days ago

How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?

32 comments

24 days 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

How do I navigate tax obligations as a 180-day Thai Tax Resident?

96 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

3 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

3 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

5 months ago

What was your experience applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in Thailand?

18 comments

5 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

8 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 are the requirements for a successful DTV extension application in Thailand?

85 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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