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QUESTIONS

Is it necessary to keep the 90-day report receipt in your passport when done online?

15 comments

7 months ago

How can I switch from a retirement visa to a Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa in Thailand?

1 comments

7 months ago

Can my Thai girlfriend handle the TM30 registration for me when I move?

27 comments

10 months ago

What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a retirement visa in Hua Hin, Thailand?

8 comments

9 months ago

Can I use both my old and new passport when entering Thailand with a one-year retirement extension?

7 comments

9 months ago

Will my Non-O retirement visa extension be processed immediately at Hua Hin immigration?

8 comments

10 months ago

How does the 90-day reporting requirement work for a non-O visa based on retirement in Thailand?

4 comments

a year ago

Can I get a one-year extension of stay in Thailand with 800K in the bank on a tourist visa?

19 comments

a year ago

Will I face issues if my e-Visa is issued while I am already in Thailand on a visa-exempt entry?

4 comments

2 years ago

What are the current tourist visa processing times at the Thai embassy in Washington DC?

2 comments

2 years ago

Can I extend my stay in Thailand based on retirement using a visa-exempt entry and a new bank account?

15 comments

2 years ago

Can I apply for a DTV in Laos or Malaysia while having an active Non-O retirement extension with a reentry permit?

1 comments

2 months ago

COMMENTS

Where can I buy Melatonin in Thailand?

John ********

Lazada has it

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Do funds in a Thai bank account qualify for a retirement visa if they originated from rental income in Thailand?

John ********

you don’t know what you’re talking about. Why put out inaccuracies then say in your last statement that you’ll be corrected?

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What are the steps and timeline for applying for the LTR visa in Thailand and what alternatives exist if I do not qualify?

John ********

in many places it takes 30 minutes to ‘renew’ the non O once a year not including a short trip to the bank. What’s the big hassle you are talking about ?

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What are the recommendations for safe deposit boxes and foreign currency deposit accounts for foreigners in Thailand?

John ********

Thailand is a big country. Why wouldn’t you mention the location ?

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What is the best SIM configuration for expats in Thailand: e-SIM, physical SIM, or both?

John ********

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

the new iPhones purchased in the US don’t have a physical SIM slot but the Thailand versions have a physical SIM slot

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What visa options are available for retirement in Thailand if I have 800,000 THB in a bank and am over 60?

John ********

@Paulus ********

that’s an OA not an O

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What visa options are available for retirement in Thailand if I have 800,000 THB in a bank and am over 60?

John ********

@Paulus ********

no you don’t

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Can I get a visa on arrival in China with an Australian passport if I'm entering through Hong Kong?

John ********

why does it matter if you enter from Thailand and who cares what Thai visa you have? Weird

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What should I do if I accidentally overstayed my METV in Thailand?

John ********

@Sandra ********

some people take responsibility for what happens around them and some people always blame others. Take some personal responsibility and life is much better than always playing the victim card

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What should I do if I accidentally overstayed my METV in Thailand?

John ********

@Sandra ********

sorry it’s not the fault of immigration . People need to take responsibility for themselves and check their stamps when entering a country. 5 people and no one paying attention seems like a bigger issue.

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What are the best recommendations for visa agents in Bangkok for those seeking a retirement or DTV visa?

223 comments

13 days ago

Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?

72 comments

15 days ago

What is the process and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

45 comments

18 days ago

How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?

132 comments

a month ago

Why do some members engage in bullying behavior online instead of offering constructive support?

155 comments

a month ago

What should I know about entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

109 comments

a month ago

What are the current visa fees and experiences for entering Laos from Thailand?

224 comments

a month ago

What are the experiences and processes for obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

71 comments

a month ago

What are the changes in Thai visa application procedures for Southeast Asian consulates starting October 8th?

71 comments

2 months ago

What are the new eVisa application procedures for Thai consulates in Southeast Asia starting October 8, 2024?

57 comments

2 months ago

What are the experiences and requirements of obtaining the DTV visa in Thailand?

106 comments

2 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

2 months ago

What are some experiences and tips for long-term stays in Thailand?

86 comments

2 months ago

What is the process and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

31 comments

3 months ago

What are the key guidelines and experiences regarding the new DTV visa for Thailand?

19 comments

3 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

3 months ago

What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?

18 comments

3 months ago

What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?

60 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa as a business owner in Thailand?

101 comments

4 months ago

What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?

64 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?

46 comments

4 months ago

How quickly can one get a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand as an Australian?

104 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

60 comments

4 months ago

What are the recent changes to Thailand's entry visa rules regarding unlimited land entries?

153 comments

4 months ago

What is the DTV visa and what are its employment restrictions in Thailand?

5 comments

4 months ago

What are the key features and requirements of Thailand's new DTV - Destination Thailand Visa?

134 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and details for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?

503 comments

4 months ago

What are the latest updates on the Thai DTV visa application process and its requirements?

193 comments

4 months ago

What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?

178 comments

4 months ago

What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?

48 comments

4 months ago

How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

79 comments

4 months ago

Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?

73 comments

6 months ago

What are the updates on the upcoming changes to Thailand's visa rules?

4 comments

6 months ago

Can I obtain Thai nationality by marrying my girlfriend in Pattaya?

164 comments

6 months ago

Why are there so many sarcastic comments on expat groups about Thailand?

267 comments

7 months ago

How efficient is the process for obtaining a 12-month visa in Pattaya's immigration office?

38 comments

7 months ago

What are the unique breakfast options and experiences in Thailand, particularly in Pattaya or Patong?

28 comments

7 months ago

What are the best Thai dating apps to meet women with regular jobs, excluding freelancers or working girls?

370 comments

7 months ago

What are the rules for re-entering Thailand on a tourist visa or visa exemption?

33 comments

7 months ago

Is it true that Thai passport holders will soon have visa exemption for entry to the UK and Australia?

105 comments

7 months ago

How did you successfully open a bank account in Thailand on a tourist visa?

93 comments

7 months ago

What are the best currency exchange options at Suvarnabhumi Airport for arrival?

175 comments

8 months ago

What are the benefits and application process for the LTR 'Wealthy Pensioner' Visa in Thailand?

1 comments

8 months ago

Why do people ask unanswerable questions about Thailand?

230 comments

8 months ago

What are the implications of the upcoming visa price increases at Thai consulates?

55 comments

9 months ago

What should you do if you receive a wrong entry stamp in Thailand?

31 comments

a year ago

How can I share my Thai visa experiences and get advice from the community?

3 comments

a year ago

Are Thai people really dishonest or is it just a stereotype?

191 comments

a year ago

What are the challenges of teaching English in Thailand as a foreigner?

309 comments

a year ago

Is Thailand really as heavenly as some expats claim, or are there hidden challenges?

221 comments

a year ago

Why is it prohibited to mention visa agents in this expat group?

32 comments

a year ago

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