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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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2 years ago

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

5 comments

3 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

4 years ago

Is CW Immigration Open on January 2nd?

3 comments

5 years ago

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

2 comments

6 years ago

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

2 comments

6 years ago

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

3 comments

6 years ago

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

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6 years ago

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

16 comments

6 years ago

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

16 comments

6 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

6 years ago

COMMENTS

What are the requirements and factors influencing the selection for permanent residency in Thailand?

Marty *********

There is a separate Facebook group for Thai citizenship and residency. They are probably a better audience for this question.

I’m pretty sure you have to have worked and paid taxes in Thailand for at least 3 years. That makes me ineligible so I lost interest in the subject and exited that FB group

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

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I’ve usually found English speaking staff at Kasikorn. Occasionally they put me on the phone with one of their English fluent staff.

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What are the best options for hiring an immigration attorney in Phuket for a long-term resident visa?

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OK. There are multiple types of LTR. I have the pensioner LTR which is easy to get on your own. The one you want might indeed need a lawyer. Sorry, I can’t help you.

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What type of medical insurance is required for the LTR visa in Thailand?

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

Are you looking for the cheapest policy you don’t care about or an actual policy that will also work for the LTR?

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What are the best options for hiring an immigration attorney in Phuket for a long-term resident visa?

Marty *********

Which LTR are you going for?

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What type of medical insurance is required for the LTR visa in Thailand?

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

Getting an insurance policy would be the other option.

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What type of medical insurance is required for the LTR visa in Thailand?

Marty *********

You can satisfy the insurance requirement by showing that you have $100,000 in a bank account.

I qualified for my pensioner LTR using the Pacific Cross policy I used to qualify for my previous OA visa

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What documents do I need to notify Korat immigration after moving residence with a retirement visa?

Marty *********

No. I grew up in Connecticut but lived my adult life in the San Francisco Bay Area

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What documents do I need to notify Korat immigration after moving residence with a retirement visa?

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That’s up to you. I also bought a car which is in my name too.

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What documents do I need to notify Korat immigration after moving residence with a retirement visa?

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Buy what?

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

223 comments

14 days ago

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

72 comments

16 days ago

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

45 comments

20 days ago

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

132 comments

a month ago

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

155 comments

a month 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

2 months ago

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

57 comments

2 months ago

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

106 comments

2 months 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 is the process and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

31 comments

3 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

4 months ago

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

101 comments

4 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

How quickly can one get a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand as an Australian?

104 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

8 months ago

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

175 comments

8 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

a year 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

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