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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

What are some recommended reasonably priced Indian restaurants in the Sukhumvit/Nana area of Bangkok?

Steve *******

Dosa King. Vegetarian but you won’t notice. Outstanding food

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Have the retirement visa rules in Thailand changed recently?

Steve *******

According to the Bangkok post changes are under review. Very little in specifics. Probably a mix of good and bad.

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What are the best visa options for an American expat in Thailand who plans to marry and start a family?

Steve *******

May want to check US embassy sites and people on here will give you a lot of info.

One thing I recall seeing in a similar string was - marry her IN the US. Get the tourist visa, get her to the US and marry her there and start the process.

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What does 'VL' mean as stamped behind the passport?

Steve *******

Vaguely Looney.

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What is the current situation with border crossings between Thailand and Myanmar?

Steve *******

I’d guess army activity that they’d rather no one was around to film.

Seems they’ve not heard of mobile phones…..

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How can airlines deny boarding based on blacklists despite issuing visas?

Steve *******

they do

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How can airlines deny boarding based on blacklists despite issuing visas?

Steve *******

Quite possible. Your name may match a screening list issued by another authority. That authority has no obligation to notify the embassy. Normally that match is then verified against personal ID and then released or confirmed. In addition, any transport company can have their own blacklist.

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What is the experience of obtaining a retirement visa extension in Thailand, particularly in Bangkok?

Steve *******

Man oh man you have conjones of steel! Well done!

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What are the steps for opening a bank account in Thailand on an O-retirement visa without embassy assistance?

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@Bobby **********

your congressman won’t be able to do anything. Just go online and book an appointment for notarial services. Take your passport and when you get there just tell them you want a notarised copy. They don’t care what it’s for.

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What are the steps for opening a bank account in Thailand on an O-retirement visa without embassy assistance?

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You need to provide a notarised copy of your passport. The US embassy provides those

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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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