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QUESTIONS

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

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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

7 months ago

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

4 comments

7 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

5 months ago

COMMENTS

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?

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@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?

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@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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What is the current status of the automated exit gates at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport?

Steve *******

Thai customs and immigration implements new process with the latest technology.

Process is a mess

Lather, rinse, repeat.

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How much time and money does it take for a Thai to complete a driving course and obtain a license?

Steve *******

@Andy *********

now there’s a thought. Imagine a Thailand full of roundabouts. I’d pay to watch that!

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

136 comments

11 days ago

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

63 comments

16 days ago

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

306 comments

20 days ago

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

85 comments

20 days ago

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

178 comments

22 days ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

25 days ago

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

74 comments

a month ago

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

133 comments

a month ago

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

53 comments

a month ago

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

66 comments

2 months ago

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

44 comments

2 months ago

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

48 comments

2 months ago

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

137 comments

2 months 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?

51 comments

3 months ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

4 months ago

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

125 comments

4 months ago

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

273 comments

5 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

5 months ago

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

132 comments

6 months ago

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

155 comments

6 months ago

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

109 comments

6 months ago

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

6 months ago

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

71 comments

7 months ago

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

57 comments

7 months ago

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

106 comments

7 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

7 months ago

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

86 comments

7 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

9 months ago

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

101 comments

9 months ago

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

64 comments

9 months ago

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

46 comments

9 months ago

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

60 comments

9 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

a year ago

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

4 comments

a year 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 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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