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QUESTIONS

How can I change the date of my Non-O Visa extension while currently in Germany?

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a year ago

How can I successfully extend my retirement visa in Thailand, and what should I know about re-entry stamps?

1 comments

2 years ago

When can I apply for a 1-year retirement visa in Thailand after obtaining a 90-day Non-O visa?

3 comments

2 years ago

What are the steps to take if your passport is lost in Thailand?

5 comments

a month ago

COMMENTS

What options do I have after my Thai sports training visa application was rejected without explanation?

Galen *******

Hi David, I started to learn Thai in a school (Chonburi) before the years of corona. I would like to continue studying the language now. Please tell me at which school you are studying.

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What are the correct financial requirements for obtaining a retirement visa in Thailand: is it 800,000 THB AND 65,000 THB income, or OR?

Galen *******

@Jan *****************

... and Denmark stopped it.

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What is the process and requirements for obtaining a Thai DTV visa through a language school?

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@George ********

George, I am German and I would like to apply for a DTV softpower studying Thai language. Please, tell me which school in Thailand (which city) did you enroll in?

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What is the best way to find a reliable visa agent in Thailand for a consultation?

Galen *******

The cheapest agent is your own brain. Keep it moving so it doesn't rust.

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How can I change my address in Thailand with a retirement visa and what is the cost?

Galen *******

Ask the Salvation Army in Soi 6

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What are the best visa options for a 74-year-old expat married to a Thai national wanting to move to Hua Hin?

Galen *******

An alternative would be to marry a Thai woman who owns a poodle grooming business.

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What documents are required for the 60-day visa exemption for tourists in Thailand?

Galen *******

a toothbrush

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What are the steps to obtain a driver's license in Bangkok for expats?

Galen *******

Apply for an International Driving Licence at home. Officially it is valid in Thailand for 3 months. If you stay longer you'd better check for a Thai Driving Licence. Immigration....Medical Certificate and some small tests at the Department for Land and Transport (DLT).

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Do Australian passport holders receive a 60-day visa exemption in Thailand, and can they extend their stay?

Galen *******

Nothing goes automatically. So, Stephan Studtmann gave you the correct answer, because everything depends on the immigration officer in charge.

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6 days ago

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10 days ago

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11 days ago

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178 comments

13 days ago

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15 days ago

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74 comments

19 days ago

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133 comments

19 days ago

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23 days ago

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66 comments

a month ago

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

44 comments

2 months ago

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

48 comments

2 months ago

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

137 comments

2 months ago

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428 comments

2 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

2 months ago

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197 comments

4 months ago

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125 comments

4 months ago

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273 comments

5 months ago

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

223 comments

5 months ago

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

72 comments

5 months ago

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

132 comments

6 months ago

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155 comments

6 months ago

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109 comments

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224 comments

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71 comments

6 months ago

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

57 comments

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106 comments

6 months ago

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146 comments

7 months ago

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86 comments

7 months ago

What are the key guidelines and experiences regarding the new DTV visa for Thailand?

19 comments

8 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

8 months ago

What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?

18 comments

8 months ago

What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?

60 comments

8 months ago

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

101 comments

8 months ago

What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?

64 comments

9 months ago

What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?

46 comments

9 months ago

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

60 comments

9 months ago

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153 comments

9 months ago

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5 comments

9 months ago

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503 comments

9 months ago

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193 comments

9 months ago

What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?

178 comments

9 months ago

What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?

48 comments

9 months ago

How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

79 comments

9 months ago

Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?

73 comments

a year ago

What are the updates on the upcoming changes to Thailand's visa rules?

4 comments

a year ago

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164 comments

a year ago

How efficient is the process for obtaining a 12-month visa in Pattaya's immigration office?

38 comments

a year ago

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28 comments

a year ago

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370 comments

a year ago

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33 comments

a year ago

Is it true that Thai passport holders will soon have visa exemption for entry to the UK and Australia?

105 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

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21 comments

a month ago

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a month ago

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a month ago

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