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QUESTIONS

What are the best recommendations for an agent to process an O X visa in Thailand?
16 comments
a year ago
What are the best tips for managing a Non-Immigrant O retirement visa in Thailand?
30 comments
a year ago
Is it common for Thai immigration to ask for a printed insurance certificate for an OA retirement visa?
38 comments
a year ago
Can I use the Thai immigration line with my Thai wife if I have an O-A visa?
51 comments
6 months ago
Can I use the Thai immigration queue when departing with a Thai spouse on an O-A visa?
4 comments
6 months ago
What do I need for my LTR visa application after my O A extension, and how does getting my name on the house factor into this?
9 comments
5 months ago
What should I do if I received a strange visa expiration date for my NON-OA visa extension in Thailand?
20 comments
5 months ago
Does a condo owner need to file a new TM30 if I leave Thailand for a few days while on a 1-year lease?
9 comments
5 months ago
Can I obtain an eternal multi-entry visa in Thailand?
16 comments
5 months ago
What type of certification is acceptable for a birth certificate when registering for a house book in Thailand?
31 comments
4 months ago

COMMENTS

What are the current rules for entering Thailand on a visa exemption for multiple entries?
Steve *******
You are allowed whatever the IO says you’re allowed.
9 months ago
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Can I return to Thailand for a week to retrieve my belongings after staying in Vietnam for 90 days?
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Get a retirement visa
10 months ago
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Is the 60-day visa exemption for Thailand starting on 1st September?
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Not until it’s published in the royal gazette. Full stop
10 months ago
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What is the best path for a US citizen married to a Thai national to obtain Thai permanent residency or citizenship?
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@Nongnuch *******
 correct. He cannot work. There is one foundation in Bangkok that does accept volunteers.
10 months ago
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What is the best path for a US citizen married to a Thai national to obtain Thai permanent residency or citizenship?
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Either buy an elite or get a retirement visa. Citizenship is about as likely as it snowing in Bangkok.
10 months ago
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What can I do about a rental contract I didn't sign and issues obtaining a TM30 in Thailand?
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@Brandon ***********
 0.5%? That much?
10 months ago
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Should my partner open a separate bank account for retirement visa purposes in Thailand?
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They must have their own account and visa
10 months ago
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What are the current bank balance requirements for renewing a retirement visa in Thailand?
Steve *******
I’d add to that that the office could change their mind between getting the paper and filing. So best to stick with what the national rules say
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Better yet just 800k all the time until you can move to the monthly income model
10 months ago
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Can I use monthly transfers of ฿65,000 for my retirement visa application in Thailand?
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@Darrell *******
 US embassies don’t do income verification
10 months ago
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Can I switch from the 800k method to the 65k income transfer method for my visa renewal in Thailand?
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@Brandon ***********
 thanks. Very useful.

I’ve already started the monthly transfers but won’t be able to use on my first extension. Anything specific the bank book needs to say about the 65k (I actually have 69k to avoid currency fluctuations)
10 months ago
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3 days ago
What should I know about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before using it?
74 comments
6 days ago
What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?
133 comments
7 days ago
What is the experience of re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?
53 comments
10 days ago
What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?
66 comments
a month ago
What should I expect during my entry into Thailand with a DTV visa?
44 comments
a month ago
What is the process for filing a 90 Day Report for Thailand visa holders?
48 comments
a month ago
What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?
137 comments
a month ago
Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?
428 comments
2 months ago
Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?
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197 comments
3 months ago
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125 comments
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273 comments
4 months ago
What are the best recommendations for visa agents in Bangkok for those seeking a retirement or DTV visa?
223 comments
5 months ago
Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?
72 comments
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How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?
132 comments
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155 comments
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109 comments
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What are the current visa fees and experiences for entering Laos from Thailand?
224 comments
6 months ago
What are the experiences and processes for obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?
71 comments
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What are the changes in Thai visa application procedures for Southeast Asian consulates starting October 8th?
71 comments
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What are the new eVisa application procedures for Thai consulates in Southeast Asia starting October 8, 2024?
57 comments
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106 comments
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What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?
146 comments
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What are some experiences and tips for long-term stays in Thailand?
86 comments
6 months ago
What are the key guidelines and experiences regarding the new DTV visa for Thailand?
19 comments
8 months ago
How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?
270 comments
8 months ago
What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?
18 comments
8 months ago
What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?
60 comments
8 months ago
What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa as a business owner in Thailand?
101 comments
8 months ago
What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?
64 comments
8 months ago
What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?
46 comments
8 months ago
What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?
60 comments
8 months ago
What are the recent changes to Thailand's entry visa rules regarding unlimited land entries?
153 comments
9 months ago
What is the DTV visa and what are its employment restrictions in Thailand?
5 comments
9 months ago
What are the key features and requirements of Thailand's new DTV - Destination Thailand Visa?
134 comments
9 months ago
What are the requirements and details for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?
503 comments
9 months ago
What are the latest updates on the Thai DTV visa application process and its requirements?
193 comments
9 months ago
What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?
178 comments
9 months ago
What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?
48 comments
9 months ago
How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?
79 comments
9 months ago
Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?
73 comments
10 months ago
What are the updates on the upcoming changes to Thailand's visa rules?
4 comments
10 months ago
Can I obtain Thai nationality by marrying my girlfriend in Pattaya?
164 comments
a year ago
How efficient is the process for obtaining a 12-month visa in Pattaya's immigration office?
38 comments
a year ago
What are the unique breakfast options and experiences in Thailand, particularly in Pattaya or Patong?
28 comments
a year ago
What are the best Thai dating apps to meet women with regular jobs, excluding freelancers or working girls?
370 comments
a year ago
What are the rules for re-entering Thailand on a tourist visa or visa exemption?
33 comments
a year ago
Is it true that Thai passport holders will soon have visa exemption for entry to the UK and Australia?
105 comments
a year ago
How did you successfully open a bank account in Thailand on a tourist visa?
93 comments
a year ago
What are the best currency exchange options at Suvarnabhumi Airport for arrival?
175 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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