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QUESTIONS

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

3 comments

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

Am I eligible for a one-year retirement visa in Thailand if my German pension starts in July 2024?

Galen *******

You can get the pension certificate from Consul Hofer, for example, if you are near Pattaya (on North Pattaya Road, in the Pattaya Garden Resort area). Phone:

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2634, cost: approx. 1300 baht. If your documents are correct, you can get the certificate immediately

a year ago

Can I obtain a residency certificate in the morning and apply for a non-O retirement visa extension the same day in Thailand?

Galen *******

It all depends on 1. which immigration and 2. which day. Mondays are impossible. Month of may has some holidays and closing time is 4:30pm. Avoid a heart attack ! Take your time and check your documents, especially TM30

a year ago

How do I fill out the re-entry form (TM.8) as a retiree with an extension in Thailand?

Galen *******

Write the date of your extension of stay.

a year ago

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.

a year ago

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.

a year ago

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.

a year ago

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.

a year ago

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.

a year ago

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.

a year ago

What are the best options for obtaining a 60-day tourist visa to Thailand from Vietnam?

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@Dani ********