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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?

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6 years ago

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

5 comments

6 years ago

COMMENTS

What are the pros and cons of using a visa agency to help obtain a visa and open a bank account in Thailand?

John-Paul ******

65k? You have no idea it seems. Average is around 24k

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Can I renew my US passport while living in Thailand?

John-Paul ******

Yes of course BUT you have to do it through the Embassy. Fast service. All done online and EMS mail. Turn around time with no flags on your field... 4 to 6 weeks but can be less (though no expedite service overseas). Follow online directions to the letter. Easy!

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What is a reasonable fee for an agent to organize a Non-Immigrant O retirement visa in Thailand?

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What is a reasonable fee for an agent to organize a Non-Immigrant O retirement visa in Thailand?

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depends upon what services you need. Non O + Multi entry permit + 90 Day Reports + whatever " help".... could be right. All depends upon requests made. I know they are a great firm.

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What is a reasonable fee for an agent to organize a Non-Immigrant O retirement visa in Thailand?

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65k I am sure it was for faster service.

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Will I have issues bringing DVDs, CDs, and tools to Thailand during my visit in April and later moving there?

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But a DVD player here online through Lazada. Cheap and easy. Sure, a Chinese product... but for the price... why not. I had the same problem. My Thai bought old one (Otto brand) after 7 years died. New one is working just fine and even gives me a USB port... why I need one I have no idea....

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Do I need to renew my Non-O retirement visa before it expires?

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Yes. One must renew before the old one expires. You can do that up to 14 days prior (though the time might be different depending upon your local office). Or you can fly out and come back in.

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How can I open a bank account in Bangkok as a foreigner and do I need a translator?

John-Paul ******

John Wilson I am sure the poster appreciated the education... though we all knew what they were saying.

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Which credit card is better for travel in Thailand: Amex or Mastercard?

John-Paul ******

that is BS. In Thailand outside of BKK or perhaps CM Amex is not readily accepted though. On that point you are right at least.

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21 days ago

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133 comments

21 days ago

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25 days ago

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2 months ago

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48 comments

2 months ago

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137 comments

2 months ago

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428 comments

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273 comments

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223 comments

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86 comments

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64 comments

9 months ago

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46 comments

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60 comments

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153 comments

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193 comments

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178 comments

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48 comments

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79 comments

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73 comments

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a year ago

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370 comments

a year ago

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a year ago

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105 comments

a year ago

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a month ago

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a month ago

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