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QUESTIONS

What insurance provider do you recommend for a Non-Immigrant O-A visa application from Australia?

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2 years ago

Can I renew my O-A visa by exiting and re-entering Thailand before it expires?

26 comments

a year ago

What insurance companies can recommend for the OA visa application in Thailand?

18 comments

2 years ago

How can you extend your OA visa while living in Thailand?

33 comments

2 years ago

Which passport should a dual citizen use for a visit to Thailand?

4 comments

5 years ago

Do I need a re-entry permit for my O-A visa when traveling to Australia?

0 comments

6 years ago

Will Thai immigration hassle me when returning to Thailand on an O-A visa after a same-day trip to Malaysia?

0 comments

6 years ago

What visa expiration date should I consider when re-entering Thailand: January 6 or January 20?

0 comments

6 years ago

How does subletting my apartment and staying in resorts affect my 90-day reporting in Thailand?

6 comments

6 years ago

When is my 90-day reporting due for my O-A visa, and where can I report it if I'm away from Phuket?

0 comments

6 years ago

What are the steps to successfully apply for a retirement visa (Non Imm O-A) in Thailand?

0 comments

6 years ago

When do I need to season my 800,000 Baht for the Non Imm O-A visa extension?

0 comments

7 years ago

Can my friend with an METV fly into Laos and then enter Thailand via Nong Khai without issues?

0 comments

7 years ago

What are the income requirements for applying for a Non O-A visa from my home country?

0 comments

7 years ago

Can I transfer funds from my home account to my Thai account for a retirement visa?

35 comments

7 years ago

Why was I aggressively questioned at immigration while returning to Thailand on a METV?

0 comments

7 years ago

Can I apply for a retirement visa in Thailand while on a tourist visa?

6 comments

7 years ago

What are the differences and benefits between a marriage visa and a retirement visa in Thailand?

43 comments

7 years ago

What are my options for renewing my O-A visa in Thailand and dealing with health insurance?

65 comments

a year ago

Is it necessary to go through immigration when doing a same-day border bounce from Phuket to Kuala Lumpur?

69 comments

10 months ago

COMMENTS

Do airlines or Thai immigration require travelers to show a bank statement or cash for entry into Thailand?

Mark ********

No never

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Do I need to book an exit flight within 30 days if I have a 60-day visa exempt stay in Thailand?

Mark ********

Onward ticket will sort that out. Buy a cheap outbound ticket then just bin itl

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Do I need to book an exit flight within 30 days if I have a 60-day visa exempt stay in Thailand?

Mark ********

You can extend that 60 days by another 30 days just by swinging into Thai Immigration, pay them 1900 baht and presto..you can stay for a total of 3 months (90 days) all up.

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Can I extend my 60-day tourist visa by 30 days upon entry into Thailand?

Mark ********

Go to Immigration and pay the 1900B for an extra 30 days.

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What are the best phone service options for expats in Thailand?

Mark ********

Janie just go into a

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when you get here and buy a True sim card. They will usually install it for you if you ask nicely and they are not busy. While you are there top it up with say 500 baht credit. I run 2 cards in my phone. True for local calling and DTAC for mobile internet.

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What are the best phone service options for expats in Thailand?

Mark ********

It's shite advice. Stick to your drinking. 🥴

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What are the best phone service options for expats in Thailand?

Mark ********

What sort of advice is that???? 😂😂😂🤭🤭🤭

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What are the best phone service options for expats in Thailand?

Mark ********

DTAC

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What are the best health insurance options for UK citizens over 70 staying in Thailand on a visa exemption for 90 days?

Mark ********

AXA Thailand.

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What is the best health insurance option for expats in Thailand who need coverage for minor illnesses and hospitalization?

Mark ********

correct.

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What are the challenges and recommendations for opening a bank account in Thailand on a Non-O visa?

43 comments

5 days ago

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

18 comments

6 days ago

Has the Thai government changed the entry stamp duration from 60 to 30 days?

91 comments

a month ago

What are the recent changes regarding Thai bank accounts for foreigners and how do they impact visa holders?

153 comments

2 months ago

How long did it take to obtain your LTR visa in Thailand, and what was your experience with the process?

40 comments

2 months ago

What are the differences between Thailand's visa exempt entry and tourist visa requirements?

50 comments

2 months ago

What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?

96 comments

2 months ago

What does the '60' on my visa stamp mean?

180 comments

2 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

2 months ago

Should I buy a house in Thailand in my girlfriend's name before marriage?

408 comments

2 months ago

What are the requirements for filling out the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for travelers and residents?

57 comments

3 months ago

What is the TDAC and what do you need to know about it before arriving in Thailand?

136 comments

3 months ago

What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?

63 comments

3 months ago

What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?

306 comments

3 months ago

How did I successfully apply for a DTV visa after being denied entry into Thailand?

85 comments

3 months ago

What is the current exchange rate trend between the Pound and the Thai Baht?

178 comments

3 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

3 months ago

What should I know about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before using it?

74 comments

4 months ago

What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?

133 comments

4 months ago

What is the experience of re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?

53 comments

4 months ago

What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?

66 comments

4 months ago

What should I expect during my entry into Thailand with a DTV visa?

44 comments

5 months ago

What is the process for filing a 90 Day Report for Thailand visa holders?

48 comments

5 months ago

What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?

137 comments

5 months ago

Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?

428 comments

5 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

5 months ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

7 months ago

Who knows the woman accused of shoplifting in Nimman, Chiang Mai?

125 comments

7 months ago

What do I need to know about the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

273 comments

8 months ago

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

223 comments

8 months ago

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

72 comments

8 months ago

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

132 comments

9 months ago

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

155 comments

9 months ago

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

109 comments

9 months ago

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

224 comments

9 months ago

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

71 comments

9 months ago

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

71 comments

9 months ago

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

57 comments

9 months ago

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

106 comments

9 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

9 months ago

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

86 comments

10 months ago

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

19 comments

a year ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

a year ago

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

18 comments

a year ago

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

60 comments

a year ago

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

101 comments

a year ago

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

64 comments

a year ago

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

46 comments

a year ago

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

60 comments

a year ago

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

153 comments

a year ago

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

5 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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