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QUESTIONS

What is the process for changing a 2-year Thai driver's license to a 5-year license in Jomtien?

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a year ago

What are the advantages and disadvantages of having an O visa compared to an O-A visa in Thailand?

6 comments

4 years ago

What is the best visa option for a Canadian looking to start in Thailand and transition to a retirement visa?

5 comments

4 years ago

COMMENTS

Are the 500 baht and 1000 baht notes I received valid in Thailand?

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Btw: some Thai people will love you to pay with old king notes…. He was loved by Thai people

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Are property prices in Thailand going down like in China, the USA, and Europe?

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A condo is for sale in pratumnak for 1.9m. A Russian purchased it for 2.4m just over a year ago. But Many for sale and many keeping their prices high still.

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Is my damaged passport still usable for travel?

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@Mikie ********

demanding or doing their job?

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What can I do if I am being held at the Thailand border for not having an outgoing flight?

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I guess they only want real tourists on tourist visas. You have been posting for a year about extending etc already. Get a proper visa.

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How Do I Successfully Manage a Visa Run from Thailand to Laos?

Chris **********

Nice day.

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How can I find help with complicated Thailand visa paperwork without feeling overwhelmed?

Chris **********

Use

will sort you out efficiently and economically.

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What are the best visa options for staying in Thailand for one year if I'm under 50?

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Disagree. I get peace of mind and easy access for 20 years. And I am over 50 , took it vs retirement.

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What are the best visa options for staying in Thailand for one year if I'm under 50?

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Thai elite is a option

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What is the best Thai SIM card for expats on holiday that offers good data for apps like WhatsApp?

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Question: can you buy one sim and package and use all over Thailand ? Meaning no extra cost txt/calls from say Phuket to Bangkok? Asking as Canada has many long distance zones.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of having an O visa compared to an O-A visa in Thailand?

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You all actually helped a lot. Im going to avoid the hassles and potential next covid like situation , keep my 800k baht invested in Canada and BUY a 5 yr Thai elite easy and is upgradable to 20 yr Superiority version. Ps. I see a lot of other forums expats that seem very cranky and negative. Thanks.

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

223 comments

9 days ago

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

72 comments

11 days ago

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

45 comments

14 days ago

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

132 comments

24 days 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 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

3 months ago

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

101 comments

3 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

Can I change my O visa based on marriage to a retirement visa in Thailand?

117 comments

a year ago

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