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QUESTIONS

Can I tour Southeast Asia by motorcycle, specifically in Vietnam, Myanmar, Malaysia, and Cambodia?

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2 years ago

What is the best health insurance company for foreigners in Thailand?

20 comments

2 years ago

What is the best car and motorcycle insurance in Chiang Mai for expats with a clean driving record?

45 comments

2 years ago

What is the best telephone company for expats in Thailand?

9 comments

2 years ago

What are the steps to report a TM 30 after moving to Chiang Mai with a retirement visa from Pattaya?

18 comments

2 years ago

What documents do I need to obtain a car and motorbike driver's license in Thailand with a retirement visa?

15 comments

a year ago

Why is it so expensive to send a letter from Chiang Mai to the USA compared to sending from the USA to Thailand?

17 comments

a year ago

What are some cheap ways to call from Thailand to the USA without using popular apps?

201 comments

a year ago

How far in advance can I renew my motorbike license in Chiang Mai before it expires?

11 comments

3 days ago

COMMENTS

What are my options for living in Thailand on a retirement visa without high health insurance costs?

Chang ******

Steve Fortefyve : thank you i just sold my motorcycle a week a go .I'm so scared drive in Thailand not like USA or Japan. Most accidents occur in the world

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people lose their lives .every year .

Last month 3 touris hit by motorcycle die in CM .

By the way I see your baseball ⚾️player . I do coaching high school in CM

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What are my options for living in Thailand on a retirement visa without high health insurance costs?

Chang ******

But America citizen . If you get involved in accidents or emergency surgery or sickness . How do you going to pay?

My American friends has accidents . Endup in the hospital for 3 weeks he's medical bill was

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0 thb

He did not have enough cash , so he couldn't pay the bill 🙄 .it's safe to have insurance . My opinion

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What are the chances of my Thai girlfriend getting a B1 tourist visa for the US while traveling with me?

Chang ******

Almost impossible

Unless she has good job and a lot of money in her bank account .

I try before couldn't do it

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What are some recommended agents for securing a retirement visa in Thailand, and what is the typical charge for their services?

Chang ******

@Brandon ***********

, ask this agency

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What are some recommended agents for securing a retirement visa in Thailand, and what is the typical charge for their services?

Chang ******

@Brandon ***********

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What are some recommended agents for securing a retirement visa in Thailand, and what is the typical charge for their services?

Chang ******

@Mike *********

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What are some recommended agents for securing a retirement visa in Thailand, and what is the typical charge for their services?

Chang ******

@Brandon ***********

, it's change a lot Brandon.

No more deposit since bkk bank incident.

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What are some recommended agents for securing a retirement visa in Thailand, and what is the typical charge for their services?

Chang ******

@Ant **********

: that's old way

Now they don't even put money in your account at all

Finish in 1 day bring your passport at your hotel, I heard .

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What are some recommended agents for securing a retirement visa in Thailand, and what is the typical charge for their services?

Chang ******

@Nigel *************

best

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Can I exchange my UK driving license for a Thai driving license after 11 years away?

Chang ******

Newfarang 57 you needs a visa for sure

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What should I do if my TM30 date doesn't match my residency certificate application at Jomtien Immigration?

74 comments

3 days ago

What advice is there for obtaining a Non-O visa extension in Thailand?

15 comments

10 days ago

What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?

194 comments

11 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

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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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