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QUESTIONS

How can I change the date of my Non-O Visa extension while currently in Germany?
3 comments
2 years ago
How can I successfully extend my retirement visa in Thailand, and what should I know about re-entry stamps?
1 comments
3 years ago
When can I apply for a 1-year retirement visa in Thailand after obtaining a 90-day Non-O visa?
3 comments
3 years ago
What are the steps to take if your passport is lost in Thailand?
5 comments
9 months ago
Can I change my Non-O retirement visa extension date from May to February without applying for a new visa?
5 comments
2 months ago

COMMENTS

What is the best way for an American expat to enter Thailand for the birth of their child and manage visa issues?
Galen *******
How can you say you are going to have a Thai baby soon when I have been waiting for 10 years to have a beautiful 20 year old baby. It's not easy.
2 years ago
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Which is better for expats in Thailand: a Non O-X visa and getting married later or a spouse visa?
Galen *******
I only know that you need a woman for a marriage visa.
2 years ago
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What are the requirements and challenges for opening a Thai bank account as a foreigner on a tourist visa?
Galen *******
It's very helpful to have a Thai Driving License. Most banks want 2 documents.
2 years ago
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How long will it take to switch from a TR visa to a retirement visa in Thailand?
Galen *******
@Lee ********
 John Stanners gave you the correct answer. Nevertheless you must do nearly the same after about 3 months when you apply for a yearly extension of stay.
2 years ago
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How can I find a visa agent in Ho Chi Minh City for my Non-B visa application?
Galen *******
You don't need an agent, you just need a well-functioning brain.
2 years ago
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Can I use my existing re-entry permit after renewing my visa in Thailand?
Galen *******
You don't have a new visa. You have a new "Extension of stay" for 1 year. If you want to leave the country you must have a new Re-Entry stamp.
2 years ago
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What are the best options for obtaining a 60-day tourist visa to Thailand from Vietnam?
Galen *******
@Dani ********
 No, but I would like to know.
2 years ago
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When do I need to submit my 90-day report if I leave Thailand for 6 months?
Galen *******
@Uwe ********
 you have to count the days by yourself. You can make it 2 weeks before or 1 week after.
2 years ago
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What is the longest visa American citizens can obtain for Thailand and when does it start?
Galen *******
@Gregory *******
 I think you're right. My teacher always said that you can tell a person's intelligence more by the questions they ask than by the answers.🙈
2 years ago
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Can I pay for my Thailand visa at the airport if planning to stay for 1-3 months?
Galen *******
It doesn't matter where you come from. Only your citizenship matters.
2 years ago
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4 days ago
What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?
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7 days ago
What are the current rules and concerns regarding visa exempt entries and extensions in Thailand?
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8 days ago
What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?
76 comments
13 days ago
How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?
32 comments
15 days ago
What are the recent challenges and requirements for Non Imm. O visa extensions at Pattaya Immigration?
106 comments
19 days ago
What are the banking limitations for DTV visa holders in Thailand?
122 comments
20 days ago
What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?
48 comments
23 days ago
What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?
14 comments
24 days ago
What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?
12 comments
a month ago
How do I navigate tax obligations as a 180-day Thai Tax Resident?
96 comments
a month ago
What is the process for obtaining a year extension of stay on a NON-O visa in Thailand?
37 comments
2 months ago
What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?
105 comments
2 months ago
How do I successfully reopen a frozen account with Bangkok Bank?
34 comments
2 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
3 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
3 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
5 months ago
What was your experience applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in Thailand?
18 comments
5 months ago
Has the Thai government changed the entry stamp duration from 60 to 30 days?
91 comments
6 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
7 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
7 months ago
Should I buy a house in Thailand in my girlfriend's name before marriage?
408 comments
7 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
8 months ago
What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?
63 comments
8 months ago
What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?
306 comments
8 months ago
How did I successfully apply for a DTV visa after being denied entry into Thailand?
85 comments
8 months ago
What is the process for extending a Digital Nomad Visa in Phuket for a family?
51 comments
8 months ago
What is the current exchange rate trend between the Pound and the Thai Baht?
178 comments
8 months ago
What are some funny memes related to current events?
14 comments
8 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
9 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
10 months ago
How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?
197 comments
a year ago
What is the best time to visit Thailand to avoid crowds and enjoy good weather?
95 comments
a year ago
Who knows the woman accused of shoplifting in Nimman, Chiang Mai?
125 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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