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QUESTIONS

What was the process of obtaining a Long Term Resident visa (LTR) for wealthy pensioners in Thailand like?

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3 years ago

What is the process for an American expat to extend their 30-day visa exemption in Thailand?

5 comments

4 years ago

Can I apply for an O-A visa extension in Thailand if my insurance starts on the same day my current extension expires?

28 comments

5 years ago

Is CW Immigration Open on January 2nd?

3 comments

6 years ago

Is there a blue book for a condo unit in Thailand?

2 comments

7 years ago

Is Bangkok Immigration open during the holidays between now and January 1?

2 comments

7 years ago

How long does it take to get a Multiple-Entry Permit (TM8) at Bangkok Immigration?

3 comments

7 years ago

Is using Bumrungrad Hospital for 90-day reporting more convenient than going to Immigration in Thailand?

0 comments

7 years ago

What is the difference between a retirement extension of stay and a visa in Thailand?

16 comments

7 years ago

What are the requirements and surprising details for extending a Non-Immigrant O-A Visa in Thailand?

16 comments

7 years ago

Do I need to file a TM 30 with Bangkok Immigration after returning from the US on a Non-Immigrant O-A visa?

8 comments

7 years ago

COMMENTS

What is the process for extending an OA visa in Thailand?

Marty *********

I extended my OA 5 times myself before getting an LTR. You are correct. Not that hard to do. Be patient, organized, and keep a list of what to do for next year. It seldom changes. CW in Bangkok is efficient and professional though I don’t miss it now. 🙂

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What health insurance providers are recommended for expats in Thailand, especially for those over 60?

Marty *********

I have Pacific Cross. I bought into it when I was 62. Their website allows you to price different options. I have a 40,000 baht deductible that keeps the price down.

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How long does it take to learn conversational Thai with regular classes and what are some good language schools in Ao Nang or Hua Hin?

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I’ve been here 8 years and have taken subsequent lessons. I speak passable Thai but I can’t claim to be conversational.

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How long does it take to learn conversational Thai with regular classes and what are some good language schools in Ao Nang or Hua Hin?

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I went to Duke Language School in Bangkok. Their beginner class is 60hrs which is 3 hrs/day, 5 days a week, for 4 weeks. There is also homework.

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How long do I need to maintain the 800k deposit after my retirement visa approval if I'm switching to the 65k monthly method?

Marty *********

You leave it there until your extension based on monthly income is approved.

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What should LTR-WP visa candidates know when applying to collect their visa stamp in Bangkok?

Marty *********

I vaguely remember that you could only pay using a QR code.

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How can I quickly obtain a Thai motorbike driver's license in Bangkok?

Marty *********

I chose one month later because I also needed to get a residency certificate and I thought that was going to take a while. I think they had earlier times.

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How can I quickly obtain a Thai motorbike driver's license in Bangkok?

Marty *********

I walked into the Bang Chak DLT office and they had a notebook where you could sign up for an appointment much earlier than the online calendar.

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What is the best way to deposit 800,000 baht into a Thai bank account for visa purposes?

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A direct wire transfer from my US bank to my Thai bank takes 1-2 business days. I can transfer any amount. I transferred the entire amount to buy my car. At the time I was using Kasikorn bank.

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What is the process for 1-year reporting for Long-Term Residents (LTR) in Thailand?

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@Ruud *****************

Interesting. OK. If you did it then you did it. I would advise an LTR holder to check with their local immigration office given that the BOI website only says to do it at their office in Bangkok.

I happen to live in Bangkok and I have visited the BOI office here and know where I am supposed to do it.

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What are the experiences and tips regarding the TDAC form at Thai immigration during peak season?

230 comments

6 days ago

Are there issues with entering Thailand multiple times on a visa-exempt basis?

66 comments

7 days ago

What should I do if my workation visa application for Thailand was rejected without explanation?

347 comments

8 days ago

What is the process for opening a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?

64 comments

10 days ago

What was the immigration experience like upon landing in Bangkok with multiple visa stamps?

97 comments

20 days ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

52 comments

22 days ago

What are the current rules and concerns regarding visa exempt entries and extensions in Thailand?

1 comments

24 days ago

What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?

76 comments

a month ago

How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?

32 comments

a month ago

What are the recent challenges and requirements for Non Imm. O visa extensions at Pattaya Immigration?

106 comments

a month ago

What are the banking limitations for DTV visa holders in Thailand?

122 comments

a month ago

What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?

48 comments

a month ago

What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?

14 comments

a month ago

What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?

12 comments

2 months ago

What is the process for obtaining a year extension of stay on a NON-O visa in Thailand?

37 comments

3 months ago

What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?

105 comments

3 months ago

How do I successfully reopen a frozen account with Bangkok Bank?

34 comments

3 months ago

What are the issues expats face with Bangkok Bank's account freezing policy?

113 comments

3 months ago

What experiences have others had with frozen bank accounts in Thailand?

40 comments

4 months ago

What are the current exchange rates for USD, AUD, and Euro to Thai Baht, and how do these rates affect expats in Thailand?

70 comments

4 months ago

Will I be allowed reentry to Thailand after my visa runs?

49 comments

4 months ago

How can I recover money scammed by a visa agent in Thailand?

57 comments

4 months ago

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5 months ago

What are the challenges and recommendations for opening a bank account in Thailand on a Non-O visa?

43 comments

6 months ago

What was your experience applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in Thailand?

18 comments

6 months ago

Has the Thai government changed the entry stamp duration from 60 to 30 days?

91 comments

7 months ago

What are the recent changes regarding Thai bank accounts for foreigners and how do they impact visa holders?

153 comments

7 months ago

How long did it take to obtain your LTR visa in Thailand, and what was your experience with the process?

40 comments

7 months ago

What are the differences between Thailand's visa exempt entry and tourist visa requirements?

50 comments

7 months ago

What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?

96 comments

7 months ago

What does the '60' on my visa stamp mean?

180 comments

8 months ago

What are the challenges and considerations for a foreign man wanting to marry a Thai woman and bring her to the UK?

198 comments

8 months ago

Should I buy a house in Thailand in my girlfriend's name before marriage?

408 comments

8 months ago

What are the requirements for filling out the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for travelers and residents?

57 comments

8 months ago

What is the TDAC and what do you need to know about it before arriving in Thailand?

136 comments

9 months ago

What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?

63 comments

9 months ago

What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?

306 comments

9 months ago

How did I successfully apply for a DTV visa after being denied entry into Thailand?

85 comments

9 months ago

What is the process for extending a Digital Nomad Visa in Phuket for a family?

51 comments

9 months ago

What is the current exchange rate trend between the Pound and the Thai Baht?

178 comments

9 months ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

9 months ago

How can I expedite my Digital Nomad visa (DTV) application for Thailand?

36 comments

9 months ago

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

74 comments

9 months ago

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

133 comments

9 months ago

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

53 comments

9 months ago

What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?

66 comments

10 months ago

What should I expect during my entry into Thailand with a DTV visa?

44 comments

10 months ago

What is the process for filing a 90 Day Report for Thailand visa holders?

48 comments

10 months ago

What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?

137 comments

10 months ago

Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?

428 comments

10 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 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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