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What should I do to update my Thai banking app after getting a new phone and renewing my passport while on a DTV?

Aake **********

I moved my Bangkok Bank app to a new phone 3 weeks ago. Easy to do in the app, just follow the instructions, take a photo of your face, passport and bankbook

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Do I have to book my flights and accommodation in advance for my visa application to Thailand?

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3 months???

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What is the best agent for DTV visa assistance and how can one open a Kasikorn bank account in Thailand?

Aake **********

Right now it is extremely difficult to open a bank account for people without a longstay visa in Thailand even if you hire an agent. People with long-stay also have problems

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Can my wife be a dependent on my retirement visa in Thailand if I'm an American over 68 and she is under 50?

Aake **********

idiot

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Is it riskier to be denied entry at a land border between Laos and Thailand compared to Chiang Mai airport?

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@Nathan ***********

Perfect

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What do I need to upgrade my 2-year Thai driving license to a 5-year license and obtain a 1-year IDP?

Aake **********

Same same

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What are the visa options for retirees in Thailand who want to teach English?

Aake **********

My wife and her 3 sisters are state-employed teachers, retired at 60 but very low pension

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What is the feedback on the Huay Xai border crossing into Thailand from Laos, and can entry be denied?

Aake **********

Get a proper visa

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Can we extend our NoN-retirement visa for a short period before leaving Thailand?

Aake **********

Nope

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Can I do another border run in Thailand after using my initial visa exemption and returning from Laos?

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@Mauro *********

nope

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What advice is there for obtaining a Non-O visa extension in Thailand?

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10 days ago

What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?

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12 days ago

Why is it now recommended to obtain a Non-O visa before arriving in Thailand instead of applying in-country?

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14 days ago

What are the consequences of overstaying a visa in Thailand for one year?

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a month ago

Why are one-way flights from Bangkok to LAX priced around $1000?

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a month ago

What alternatives to Bangkok Bank do expats recommend for banking in Thailand?

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a month ago

What are the tax implications for depositing a UK pension into a Thai bank?

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a month ago

Do I need a visa to visit Thailand for 12 days as a first-time visitor?

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a month ago

What are the current requirements for a Non-O Marriage visa extension in Thailand?

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a month ago

What is the experience of applying for a Non-O Immigrant Visa based on Retirement in Thailand?

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a month ago

What are the implications of Wise launching services in Thailand for expats and digital nomads?

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a month ago

What are the current visa-exempt entry rules for Thailand and how do they affect tourists?

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a month ago

Is $2,800 USD per month enough for a couple to retire comfortably in Chiang Mai, Thailand?

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a month ago

Has the visa exemption rule in Thailand changed from 60 to 30 days?

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a month ago

Why does Bangkok Bank frequently lock expat accounts without notice?

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a month ago

Can you apply for a retirement visa in Thailand without having 800,000 baht?

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a month ago

How long does it take to apply for the LTR visa from Canada and what are the requirements?

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a month ago

Why is Thailand considering changes to its visa-free entry policy?

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a month ago

Does flying business class into Thailand affect immigration scrutiny?

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2 months ago

What should I do if I'm held at BKK immigration and refused entry?

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2 months ago

What should I do if my landlord refuses to provide the Tabien Baan for my Thailand Non-O visa extension?

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2 months ago

Why did the police contact American expats in Thailand?

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2 months ago

Why is Bangkok Bank requiring customers to hold 400k for 4 months before issuing a bank certificate for visa renewal?

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2 months ago

Can I extend my visa without the required bank deposit if the bank didn't ask about it?

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2 months ago

What should I do about my Qatar flight to Doha in light of the current war situation?

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2 months ago

What does my friend's visa on arrival stamp for 60 days mean given that his country is listed for only 15 days VOA?

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2 months ago

What are the advantages and disadvantages of notifying U.S. Social Security about moving to Thailand?

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2 months ago

Can I bring 450,000 Baht into Thailand without declaring it at immigration?

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2 months ago

What is a Certificate of Residence and how can it help expats in Thailand?

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2 months ago

How can I retrieve my TDAC arrival card number after accidentally deleting the email?

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2 months ago

Why did Bangkok Bank not provide necessary paperwork for my retirement visa renewal?

184 comments

2 months ago

What documents do I need to enter Thailand besides a passport?

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2 months ago

Can I organize a long-term visa for myself as an Australian citizen married to a Thai woman while living in Australia?

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2 months ago

Can I handle my NON O visa extension and 90-day report at the Bangkok immigration office if I reside in Pathum Thani?

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2 months ago

Why is it difficult to re-enter Thailand on a tourist visa after short trips abroad?

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2 months ago

Will Thai banks accept my coins for cash exchange?

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3 months ago

Is the cost of living in Thailand now 80% of that in Australia?

626 comments

3 months ago

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

230 comments

4 months ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

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5 months ago

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

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5 months ago

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

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5 months ago

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

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5 months ago

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

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5 months ago

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

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6 months ago

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

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7 months ago

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

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7 months ago

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

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8 months ago

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

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8 months ago

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9 months ago

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

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a year ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Bangkok?

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a month ago

Where can I find the best cannabis dispensary in Chon Buri?

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What are the best dispensaries in Phuket?

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What is the best cannabis dispensary in Surat Thani?

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