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QUESTIONS

What’s the current average time for renewing a US passport from Thailand and how do expedited renewals compare?

16 comments

a year ago

Can I renew/extend a Non O retirement visa in Thailand with a US passport that has 8 months left on it?

11 comments

a year ago

How can I disenroll from Medicare Part B without affecting my Social Security benefits while living in Thailand?

13 comments

2 years ago

Can I switch from a Non-O retirement visa to a Non-O volunteer visa before my current visa expires?

1 comments

5 years ago

What is the community's experience with the Thai Visa Center?

5 comments

5 years ago

COMMENTS

What are the best options for expats in Thailand needing to exit and re-enter due to visa rules after Myanmar stopped border bounces?

John-Paul ******

have not hear that. But from one day to the next I wouldn't doubt it. Also depends upon the time and the moment.

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What are the best options for expats in Thailand needing to exit and re-enter due to visa rules after Myanmar stopped border bounces?

John-Paul ******

Considering the fighting across the border here in Mae Sot... I wouldn't advise doing a 'bounce'. However... as a resident here I have not heard you can't do it.

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What is the best way to transfer funds to Thailand for visa purposes and minimize costs?

John-Paul ******

really.... have not found that to be always true.

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What is the best way to transfer funds to Thailand for visa purposes and minimize costs?

John-Paul ******

okay... I get it 800K is the figure posted. So I missed the extra zero. May I be drawn and quartered. But why he isn't just talking to his bank here or BKK Bank in NY or an agent ... well there is an idea

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What should I do if my income affidavit was not accepted for my 90-day Non-O visa application in Thailand?

John-Paul ******

the admin of this page are visa agents with a high recommendations from many here and on their FB page ( ligit reviews by the way as I know a few of them) It is just a suggestion. They are professional and reliable with quick services and depending on request certainly affordable.

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What is the best way to transfer funds to Thailand for visa purposes and minimize costs?

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@Gerhard **********

through the ATM... 220bht service fee + depending upon amount receiving... $16 aprox for transaction. All depends on requested amount. Very large amounts you are better going through an ACH transfer or through BKK bank in NY. Wise is good... but I have had issues of having to wait for funds to post

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What is the best way to transfer funds to Thailand for visa purposes and minimize costs?

John-Paul ******

you know how much I move? Well.. 80k in baht isn't really small. Larger sums I use BKK bank branch in NY or ACH for traceability.

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What should I do if my income affidavit was not accepted for my 90-day Non-O visa application in Thailand?

John-Paul ******

Use the services offered by the Adminis of this site!

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What is the best way to transfer funds to Thailand for visa purposes and minimize costs?

John-Paul ******

Oh hell... I use the ATM at BKk bank. Olay... so fees are added but most of the time with my usual monthly withdrawals it is cheaper than ACH or wire trans. As for Wise.... there are sign up fees and then their transaction fees and in the past... delays. My mantra.... KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid).

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What documents are required for opening a bank account in Thailand as a retiree, and how does one apply for a Non-O visa and retirement visa?

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@James *************

they are the best by all accounts! Also Admins of this site

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

223 comments

4 days ago

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

72 comments

6 days ago

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

132 comments

20 days ago

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

155 comments

25 days ago

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

109 comments

a month ago

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

224 comments

a month ago

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

71 comments

a month ago

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

71 comments

a month ago

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

57 comments

a month ago

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

106 comments

a month ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

2 months ago

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

86 comments

2 months ago

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

19 comments

3 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

3 months ago

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

18 comments

3 months ago

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

60 comments

3 months ago

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

101 comments

3 months ago

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

64 comments

4 months ago

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

46 comments

4 months ago

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

60 comments

4 months ago

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

153 comments

4 months ago

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

5 comments

4 months ago

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

134 comments

4 months ago

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

503 comments

4 months ago

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

193 comments

4 months ago

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

178 comments

4 months ago

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

48 comments

4 months ago

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

79 comments

4 months ago

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

73 comments

6 months ago

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

4 comments

6 months ago

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

164 comments

6 months ago

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

267 comments

7 months ago

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

38 comments

7 months ago

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

28 comments

7 months ago

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

370 comments

7 months ago

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

33 comments

7 months ago

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

105 comments

7 months ago

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

93 comments

7 months ago

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

175 comments

7 months ago

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

1 comments

8 months ago

Why do people ask unanswerable questions about Thailand?

230 comments

8 months ago

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

55 comments

9 months ago

What should you do if you receive a wrong entry stamp in Thailand?

31 comments

10 months ago

How can I share my Thai visa experiences and get advice from the community?

3 comments

a year ago

Are Thai people really dishonest or is it just a stereotype?

191 comments

a year ago

What are the challenges of teaching English in Thailand as a foreigner?

309 comments

a year ago

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

221 comments

a year ago

Why is it prohibited to mention visa agents in this expat group?

32 comments

a year ago

Can I change my O visa based on marriage to a retirement visa in Thailand?

117 comments

a year ago

Why is travel insurance important for expats in Thailand, particularly after a medical emergency?

215 comments

a year ago

What should I do if I make a mistake with my Thai visa at the airport?

54 comments

a year ago

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