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

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2 years 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

2 years ago

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

13 comments

3 years ago

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

1 comments

6 years ago

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

5 comments

6 years ago

COMMENTS

What should I do regarding my estate and beneficiaries if I die as a UK expat in Thailand?

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Register with your embassy... no matter what your nationality. They can only help if they know where you are.

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What happens if you're late for the 90-day report in Thailand?

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Agent.

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How much does it cost to send a parcel from the USA to Thailand?

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Cards send by Registered US Mail. Delivery time from US to here around 14 to 16 days. But safe and inexpensive. FedEx okay but UPS is a crap shoot and expensive. Priority Mail from USPS okays too for packages. But duty maybe applied so yes remove any price tags and declare unit cost smaller. Applying insurance on shipment will be met with duty charges...

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Can a foreigner open a joint bank account with a Thai citizen in Thailand?

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You do not need a thai person to open bank account. Use BKK Bank or K bank. Former is easy.

NEVER open a bank account with someone else... a Joint Account... always keep things like that separate from others (credit cards also!) no matter what country you are in or what nationality the other person is. Joint accounts are never a good idea!

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How can I open a bank account in Thailand while on a tourist visa?

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Bangkok Bank!

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What are the current requirements for touring Thailand by motorcycle regarding address reporting?

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Hotel will file for you ... hence showing them your passport. If you camp... no one will care. If you are registered at your home address.... other than staying at a hotel who will file for you.... no one will notice now is it required if returning to same address. Been here for 10 years. I let hotels do their thing as they are required and leave well enough alone.

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Is it safe to send a bank card via regular mail to Thailand?

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Send it by Registered Mail. Take a bit but far cheaper than. Fed Ex or DHL or by Express Mail.

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Does the departure date need to be exact when applying for a re-entry permit in Thailand?

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No it does not have to be exact. Also... yes... easy to get at airport before you go through passport control.

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What are the best digital phone options for maintaining a US number while in Thailand?

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Skype. Easy. Around 14t bucks a month.

There are times when you need an actual phone number for verification requests. So I get you. But for simple calls back and forth.... Messenger and Line or WhatsApp are free.

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48 comments

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