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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

4 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

Is Thailand really as heavenly as some expats claim, or are there hidden challenges?

Steve *******

Way to manage expectations

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What are the best health insurance options for obtaining a long-term visa in Thailand?

Steve *******

Get the bare minimum AXA visa Medical insurance. It’s quick, cheap and gets you in the door. Then work on getting a full policy. I wouldn’t touch Pacific cross.

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What should we know about retiring in Chiang Mai, Thailand, in two years?

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I’ve not used one but from the forum they appear to run 4-8,000 THB. Of course you’d still have to pay the various fixed fees and fill the bank minimum

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What should we know about retiring in Chiang Mai, Thailand, in two years?

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Good to start two years out. Others are right. Pollution in Chiang Mai is astonishingly bad and it’s a lovely area.

Get an agent to help out. Are you married to a Thai? That helps a lot. Especially if they have resident family as that gives you an address to use. If not - let the agent guide you thru the process.

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Do you need to print your visa when going through immigration in Thailand, or is showing it on your phone sufficient?

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I print EVERYTHING. even if it’s all phone based. A print copy covers emergencies.

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Can I opt to be an organ donor in Thailand, and what is the process?

Steve *******

Drive during Songkran.

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What is the average monthly living cost for a single person in Thailand?

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Between $100 and $100,000k per month depending on what you want

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Should I transfer $3,000 to Thailand now with the exchange rate at 35.48 or wait for a better rate?

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Guessing exchange rate trends is like timing the market. Don’t bother.

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Why do different Thai consulates have varying paperwork requirements?

Steve *******

Because….Thailand.

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Do they still strip search you and take your phone at the US Embassy?

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Pretty much

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

62 comments

4 days ago

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

133 comments

5 days ago

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

53 comments

8 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

a month ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

2 months ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

3 months ago

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

95 comments

3 months ago

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

125 comments

3 months ago

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

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

5 months ago

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

132 comments

5 months ago

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

155 comments

5 months ago

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

109 comments

5 months ago

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

224 comments

5 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

6 months ago

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

57 comments

6 months ago

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

106 comments

6 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

6 months ago

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

8 months ago

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

5 comments

8 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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