ask:thailand
Ask question
This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.
Jack ********
This is a summary of
Jack ********
's contributions to the platform. They have posed 27 questions and added 206 comments.

QUESTIONS

What are some recommended expat tax services for US citizens living in Thailand?
11 comments
2 years ago
How many passport pages are needed for a round trip to Bali from Thailand?
1 comments
2 years ago
What should you do if pressured for a bribe at a Thai immigration office?
52 comments
2 years ago
What is the process for obtaining a Non-O dependent visa for a US citizen spouse in Penang?
18 comments
3 years ago
Should I transfer $3,000 to Thailand now with the exchange rate at 35.48 or wait for a better rate?
130 comments
2 years ago
What are the best options for shipping luggage from Bangkok to Krabi?
7 comments
3 years ago
What are the costs and exchange rates associated with transferring money from the USA to Thailand?
77 comments
3 years ago
What are the steps and requirements for my spouse to obtain a Non-Immigrant 'O' Visa while I hold a Non-O retirement visa?
16 comments
3 years ago
How can I obtain a re-entry permit in Bangkok while avoiding the main immigration branch?
7 comments
3 years ago
How many blank pages should you have in your passport before requesting a new one for travel to Vietnam and Thailand?
12 comments
3 years ago
Why is it necessary for dependants to leave Thailand to obtain a Non-O dependent visa?
7 comments
3 years ago
Does traveling while on a retirement extension with a TM30 affect my visa status in Thailand?
1 comments
3 years ago
Is it normal for banks in Thailand to charge fees for cash deposits into my own account?
78 comments
3 years ago
Is it better to withdraw cash from a local ATM in Thailand or transfer funds using Wise?
50 comments
3 years ago
What is the experience of obtaining a retirement visa extension in Thailand, particularly in Bangkok?
63 comments
3 years ago
Is Wise a better option than Revolut for transferring money to Thailand?
52 comments
3 years ago
How does the Non-O stamp system work and what documents are needed for the retirement extension?
13 comments
3 years ago
Should I use Wise or Bangkok Bank for transferring money to my account in Thailand?
39 comments
3 years ago
How can my wife apply for a 60-day tourist visa for Thailand from the USA?
14 comments
3 years ago
What are the steps to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand, and what documents do I need to prepare for my appointment?
14 comments
3 years ago
Is it better to exchange cash to Thai baht in Malaysia or in Bangkok?
17 comments
3 years ago
What is the process for converting a tourist visa to a Non-O Retirement extension and how can my wife apply for a dependent visa in Thailand?
25 comments
3 years ago
Can I apply for a 60-day visa in Kuala Lumpur while waiting for my retirement visa process in Thailand?
21 comments
3 years ago
What is the process for getting a 30-day visa extension in Phuket, Thailand?
30 comments
3 years ago
Can I work remotely in Thailand on a retirement visa while living there with my wife?
145 comments
3 years ago
Can I get a dependent visa for my wife while applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
14 comments
3 years ago
How many blank pages should my passport have for a retirement visa in Thailand?
11 comments
3 years ago

COMMENTS

What are some recommended expat tax services for US citizens living in Thailand?
Jack *********
@Ettie ********
 thank you!
2 years ago
Like
Reply
What are some recommended expat tax services for US citizens living in Thailand?
Jack *********
@Eddie *****
 I'm not fiddling with anything. Thanks for replying with a very intelligent comment Eddie.
2 years ago
Like
Reply
What are some recommended expat tax services for US citizens living in Thailand?
Jack *********
@Jim *******
 🙏 thank you
2 years ago
Like
Reply
What are some recommended expat tax services for US citizens living in Thailand?
Jack *********
@Mary *******
 Thank you!
2 years ago
Like
Reply
How can I effectively transfer a large sum of money for my retirement visa in Thailand?
Jack *********
If I had more time I would have done wise but I ended up just doing Swift for my bank
2 years ago
Like
Reply
What are the challenges of teaching English in Thailand as a foreigner?
Jack *********
Is everything ok at home?
2 years ago
Like
Reply
What are the challenges of teaching English in Thailand as a foreigner?
Jack *********
MSG?? 😂 That's been debunked long ago.
2 years ago
Like
Reply
What is the current situation regarding the issuance of the 90 Days Non-O Visa for dependents at the Thai Embassy in Penang?
Jack *********
@Andy *****
 I remember in August the holiday calendar on their website was from 2021 I think
2 years ago
Like
Reply
What is the current situation regarding the issuance of the 90 Days Non-O Visa for dependents at the Thai Embassy in Penang?
Jack *********
Still on their site. This is the application we used I think in August
2 years ago
Like
Reply
What is the current situation regarding the issuance of the 90 Days Non-O Visa for dependents at the Thai Embassy in Penang?
Jack *********
@Tod ********
 We're both US citizens and we got one in August
2 years ago
Like
Reply
Next
Expat TaxesTax ServicesUS Citizens in ThailandTax RecommendationsFinancial Advice for Expats90 Days Non-O VisaDependant VisaThailand Consulate PenangRetirement VisaVisa RegulationsSpousal Visa IssuesThai Immigration PolicyTeaching English in ThailandCultural DifferencesVisa IssuesExpats ExperienceRacism and DiscriminationFood and Health in ThailandMental Health of ExpatsThai Bureaucracymoney transferThailand retirement visaWiseSWIFT transfermoney transfer limitationsThai banking systemcurrency exchangenew tax law Thailand
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
0 comments
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
Jesse Nickles: SEO Operator Wanted on Criminal Charges
Data protection policyTerms and conditionsDisclaimerPrivacy policyRefund policy
The ask:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.