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QUESTIONS

What are the best recommendations for an agent to process an O X visa in Thailand?

16 comments

9 months ago

What are the best tips for managing a Non-Immigrant O retirement visa in Thailand?

30 comments

10 months ago

Is it common for Thai immigration to ask for a printed insurance certificate for an OA retirement visa?

38 comments

10 months ago

Can I use the Thai immigration line with my Thai wife if I have an O-A visa?

51 comments

3 months ago

Can I use the Thai immigration queue when departing with a Thai spouse on an O-A visa?

4 comments

3 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

2 months ago

What should I do if I received a strange visa expiration date for my NON-OA visa extension in Thailand?

20 comments

2 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

2 months ago

Can I obtain an eternal multi-entry visa in Thailand?

16 comments

2 months ago

What type of certification is acceptable for a birth certificate when registering for a house book in Thailand?

31 comments

a month ago

COMMENTS

Can a foreigner lease or buy land in Ko Phangan for building a rental property?

Steve *******

@Pertti ************

maybe but with 49% and one be entirely subject to whatever some official things it’s safest to assume that while one may think they control it - in the long run they don’t have full control.

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Can a foreigner lease or buy land in Ko Phangan for building a rental property?

Steve *******

A. You can’t own land

B. You CAN set up a questionable company to own it but you will not control that company

C. That can all change at any time. For better. Or for worse.

D. Make sure it’s money you can walk away from because it could all vanish after an election, coup or a district or party head having a bad day

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Is it better to have my Social Security deposited in a US bank and transfer funds to Thailand as needed?

Steve *******

different thing. Monthly 65k is one way of maintaining a visa. However that means a bank charge every month. As opposed to just having 800k in the account and only transferring other funds as necessary. Reduces bank charges and can be done when the baht is weak

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Is it better to have my Social Security deposited in a US bank and transfer funds to Thailand as needed?

Steve *******

I’d transfer as needed. You can do monthly or just periodic larger amounts - which lowers the overall cost. USD is a trade currency/currency of record. The baht is not. So keeping things offshore to a reasonable degree is wise

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What is the best way to renew an American passport while living in Thailand?

Steve *******

@Larry ********

unfortunately it appears that option is no longer available.

I renewed my passport thru the Singapore US embassy about 2 years ago. It took about 6 weeks from drop off to the new passport being ready for pickup.

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What is the best way to renew an American passport while living in Thailand?

Steve *******

@Jeffrey ********

bummer.

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What is the best way to renew an American passport while living in Thailand?

Steve *******

You can just add pages

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Which banks in Thailand offer scan to pay services for expats?

Steve *******

Surprising. Scan to pay is extremely common with Thai banks

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What are the requirements to retire in Thailand?

Steve *******

Thai embassy officials home country for details on exactly what is required for each visa type.

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What are the best ways to protect your assets when considering marriage to a Thai woman?

Steve *******

You’ve answered your own question

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How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

15 days ago

What is the best time to visit Thailand to avoid crowds and enjoy good weather?

95 comments

19 days ago

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

125 comments

23 days ago

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

273 comments

2 months ago

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

223 comments

2 months ago

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

72 comments

2 months ago

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

45 comments

2 months ago

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

132 comments

2 months ago

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

155 comments

3 months ago

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

109 comments

3 months ago

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

224 comments

3 months ago

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

71 comments

3 months ago

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

71 comments

3 months ago

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

57 comments

3 months ago

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

106 comments

3 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

3 months ago

How many times can I enter Thailand on a visa exemption without facing issues?

84 comments

3 months ago

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

86 comments

4 months ago

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

31 comments

5 months ago

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

19 comments

5 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

5 months ago

What was your experience applying for the DTV visa in the UK and how straightforward was the process?

45 comments

5 months ago

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

18 comments

5 months ago

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

60 comments

5 months ago

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

101 comments

5 months ago

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

64 comments

5 months ago

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

46 comments

5 months ago

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

104 comments

6 months ago

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

60 comments

6 months ago

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

153 comments

6 months ago

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

5 comments

6 months ago

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

134 comments

6 months ago

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

503 comments

6 months ago

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

193 comments

6 months ago

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

178 comments

6 months ago

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

48 comments

6 months ago

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

79 comments

6 months ago

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

73 comments

7 months ago

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

4 comments

7 months ago

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

164 comments

8 months ago

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

267 comments

8 months ago

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

38 comments

8 months ago

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

28 comments

9 months ago

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

370 comments

9 months ago

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

33 comments

9 months ago

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

105 comments

9 months ago

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

93 comments

9 months ago

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

175 comments

9 months ago

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

1 comments

10 months ago

Why do people ask unanswerable questions about Thailand?

230 comments

10 months ago

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

55 comments

a year ago

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