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QUESTIONS

Why am I getting an error when registering my Thai driving license with the DLT QR license app?
4 comments
2 years ago
How many re-entry permits can I obtain on an OA visa in Thailand?
18 comments
2 years ago
What financial proof does my friend need to provide for a non-O 90-day single entry visa application at the Thai consulate in Frankfurt?
4 comments
3 years ago
Can I verify my SCB app outside Thailand using my AIS SIM card?
27 comments
3 years ago
What should I do if my flight is canceled right before my visa exemption expires in Thailand?
25 comments
3 years ago
Is Koh Chang currently crowded and how full is it?
2 comments
3 years ago
What are the requirements regarding onward travel tickets when entering Thailand?
50 comments
3 years ago
Do Emirates flights from Bangkok to Europe require a PCR test and do they weigh hand luggage at the check-in counter?
12 comments
4 years ago
What has been your experience flying with Vietnam Airlines from Europe to Bangkok?
0 comments
4 years ago
What are the current policies for changing Emirates flight tickets, and what have others experienced?
28 comments
4 years ago
What are some recommended dentists in Pattaya that provide honest treatments?
6 comments
4 years ago
What are the best banks in Pattaya for opening an account without insurance while on a 90-day Non-O visa?
38 comments
4 years ago
What should I do if the Morchana app keeps asking me to upload my 5-day COVID test results in Thailand?
14 comments
4 years ago
What are the best ways to find cheap domestic flights in Thailand from Phuket to Bangkok?
28 comments
4 years ago
What visa do I need to renew my Thai driver license for another five years?
10 comments
4 years ago
Can you renew a Thai driver's license in a different province than where it was issued?
7 comments
4 years ago
How was your experience arriving at the Phuket Sandbox?
5 comments
4 years ago
What should I do if the Morchana app says my Thailand Pass information is wrong?
28 comments
4 years ago
What types of PCR test swabs are offered in Phuket's sandbox program—nasal or throat?
2 comments
4 years ago
Are actual people reviewing Thailand Pass applications?
17 comments
4 years ago
When does the 72-hour countdown for PCR tests start for travel to Thailand: from swab or results?
23 comments
4 years ago
How long did it take for your Thailand Pass to get approved and what documents did you submit?
21 comments
4 years ago
Is my Thailand Pass still valid if I change my flight due to cancellation?
5 comments
4 years ago
What should I know before flying to Phuket under the Sandbox program?
15 comments
4 years ago
What should I book first for the Phuket Sandbox: flights or hotel?
26 comments
4 years ago
Has Pattaya been included in the sandbox scheme?
27 comments
4 years ago
Can I obtain the Thailand Pass from a different country than where my visa was issued?
4 comments
4 years ago
What should I do next after receiving my e-visa for Thailand considering the current travel regulations?
9 comments
4 years ago
What should I do if my Thai e-visa application is pending and I haven't received any updates?
0 comments
4 years ago
What is the Phuket Sandbox and how do I book accommodation for it?
6 comments
4 years ago
Can I enter Thailand on a visa-exempt entry and later apply for a tourist visa via email from the consulate?
7 comments
4 years ago
How can I provide proof of hotel booking for my Thai visa application without paying for a hotel?
16 comments
4 years ago
What should I do if I am having trouble with the Thai e-Visa application process?
6 comments
4 years ago
What should I submit for booking confirmation and proof of accommodation when applying for a Thai e-visa?
3 comments
4 years ago
Can I renew my 5-year Thai driver’s license with a tourist visa?
6 comments
4 years ago
What are the prices for reasonable hotels in Phuket or Samui Sandbox?
7 comments
5 years ago

COMMENTS

Can I apply for a Thai visa in Malaysia if there is no embassy in Benin?
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I recommend that you try Singapore
4 years ago
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Is Bravofly a reliable option for booking flights?
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Don't touch this site!!!
4 years ago
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What should I enter for the accommodation name when applying for a Thailand NON-O visa?
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@Garrett **********
 how poetic!
4 years ago
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Is anyone traveling to Samui for COVID extensions tomorrow?
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Sorry, not tomorrow!
4 years ago
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Do visitors to Thailand need travel insurance after the recent changes in May 2022?
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@Michael *********
 mine pays it straight to the hospital if I have been hospitalised. Outpatient, I have to pay first. Dentist and pharmacy and general doctors bills I hand in when back home!
4 years ago
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Is it mandatory to have someone stay with you overnight in a Thai hospital, especially if you don't know anyone?
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@David ********
 first time I'm hearing/reading of this
4 years ago
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Is it mandatory to have someone stay with you overnight in a Thai hospital, especially if you don't know anyone?
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@John *****
 Bangkok hospital the same! Way over the top!
4 years ago
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Is it mandatory to have someone stay with you overnight in a Thai hospital, especially if you don't know anyone?
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I stayed in hospital and I was never required to have someone stay with me!

Who told you this nonsense?
4 years ago
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Is it true that vaccinated travelers no longer need tests or the Thailand Pass?
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@Chris ********************
 yep😊
4 years ago
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Is it true that vaccinated travelers no longer need tests or the Thailand Pass?
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Looks like it! But new law says, you have to open your mouth so they can check if you still got all of your teeth! No teeth, no entry!
4 years ago
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What should I do if my TM30 date doesn't match my residency certificate application at Jomtien Immigration?
74 comments
3 days ago
What advice is there for obtaining a Non-O visa extension in Thailand?
15 comments
10 days ago
What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?
194 comments
11 days ago
Why is it now recommended to obtain a Non-O visa before arriving in Thailand instead of applying in-country?
16 comments
14 days ago
What are the consequences of overstaying a visa in Thailand for one year?
323 comments
a month ago
Why are one-way flights from Bangkok to LAX priced around $1000?
478 comments
a month ago
What alternatives to Bangkok Bank do expats recommend for banking in Thailand?
155 comments
a month ago
What are the tax implications for depositing a UK pension into a Thai bank?
180 comments
a month ago
Do I need a visa to visit Thailand for 12 days as a first-time visitor?
35 comments
a month ago
What are the current requirements for a Non-O Marriage visa extension in Thailand?
50 comments
a month ago
What is the experience of applying for a Non-O Immigrant Visa based on Retirement in Thailand?
56 comments
a month ago
What are the implications of Wise launching services in Thailand for expats and digital nomads?
149 comments
a month ago
What are the current visa-exempt entry rules for Thailand and how do they affect tourists?
10 comments
a month ago
Is $2,800 USD per month enough for a couple to retire comfortably in Chiang Mai, Thailand?
428 comments
a month ago
Has the visa exemption rule in Thailand changed from 60 to 30 days?
203 comments
a month ago
Why does Bangkok Bank frequently lock expat accounts without notice?
240 comments
a month ago
Can you apply for a retirement visa in Thailand without having 800,000 baht?
318 comments
a month ago
How long does it take to apply for the LTR visa from Canada and what are the requirements?
11 comments
a month ago
Why is Thailand considering changes to its visa-free entry policy?
56 comments
a month ago
Does flying business class into Thailand affect immigration scrutiny?
190 comments
2 months ago
What should I do if I'm held at BKK immigration and refused entry?
120 comments
2 months ago
What should I do if my landlord refuses to provide the Tabien Baan for my Thailand Non-O visa extension?
74 comments
2 months ago
Why did the police contact American expats in Thailand?
95 comments
2 months ago
Why is Bangkok Bank requiring customers to hold 400k for 4 months before issuing a bank certificate for visa renewal?
247 comments
2 months ago
Can I extend my visa without the required bank deposit if the bank didn't ask about it?
136 comments
2 months ago
What should I do about my Qatar flight to Doha in light of the current war situation?
421 comments
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?
77 comments
2 months ago
What are the advantages and disadvantages of notifying U.S. Social Security about moving to Thailand?
34 comments
2 months ago
Can I bring 450,000 Baht into Thailand without declaring it at immigration?
153 comments
2 months ago
What is a Certificate of Residence and how can it help expats in Thailand?
55 comments
2 months ago
How can I retrieve my TDAC arrival card number after accidentally deleting the email?
121 comments
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?
233 comments
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?
14 comments
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?
5 comments
2 months ago
Why is it difficult to re-enter Thailand on a tourist visa after short trips abroad?
154 comments
2 months ago
Will Thai banks accept my coins for cash exchange?
384 comments
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?
52 comments
5 months ago
What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?
76 comments
5 months ago
How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?
32 comments
5 months ago
What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?
48 comments
5 months ago
What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?
14 comments
5 months ago
What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?
12 comments
6 months ago
What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?
105 comments
7 months ago
What are the issues expats face with Bangkok Bank's account freezing policy?
113 comments
7 months ago
What experiences have others had with frozen bank accounts in Thailand?
40 comments
8 months ago
How can I recover money scammed by a visa agent in Thailand?
57 comments
8 months ago
0 comments
9 months ago
What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?
96 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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