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QUESTIONS

How can I open a bank account in Thailand while using temporary accommodation?

66 comments

a year ago

How can I hire a driver for a day in Pattaya to explore the area?

29 comments

2 years ago

Will my past drug arrest affect my entry into Thailand if I apply for a tourist visa?

12 comments

2 years ago

COMMENTS

How can I transfer 800k CAD from Canada to a Thai bank account without already having one?

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Depending on the free at your bank, swift is usually cheaper than wise for larger amounts (more than 200k). Transfer in your native currency, Thai rate for your native currency will be better than your bank rates for Bhat.

4 months ago

How can I transfer 800k CAD from Canada to a Thai bank account without already having one?

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@Craig ********

swift is generally cheaper than wise for larger amounts, but depends on your bank's fees.

4 months ago

How can I prove that my savings for a NON-O visa extension in Thailand came from overseas?

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@Andy ***********

you're guessing, but it doesn't matter for the rest of this year.

4 months ago

How can I prove that my savings for a NON-O visa extension in Thailand came from overseas?

Tony **********

Doesn't matter. You won't be a tax resident in 2025 so you won't be liable for tax on any funds you remit to Thailand.

4 months ago

Which visa should I choose: DTV or Retirement visa for staying in Thailand?

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DTV is still a tourist visa. Non-o from home country is simplist and easiest path.

4 months ago

What are the new banking rules affecting Thai wife visa extensions and why are funds being blocked?

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@John *************

you're missing my point. What if you have a medical need and funds are blocked?

4 months ago

What are the new banking rules affecting Thai wife visa extensions and why are funds being blocked?

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The goal of that banked money is to be a reserve for expenses (medical, emergency travel, family emergency). If the banks block the funds, what's the point of having it at all. Get hit by a bus and can't pay the medical expenses because the bank has a hold on your funds?

4 months ago

Is a Non-Immigrant O Visa the Right Option for My Move to Thailand and Applying for a Marriage Visa?

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Close. Your non-o would be based on marriage for your 12 month extension.

4 months ago

What documents do I need to obtain a Residency Certificate in Hua Hin with a NON-O visa?

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Passport, tm-30, passport photo. Residency certificate are type specific so your need separate ones for banking, drivers license(s), vehicle purchase/transfer/registration. RC's are valid for 30 days. I take along my lease agreement too.

4 months ago

Is 400,000 THB brought into Thailand for a marriage visa considered taxable income?

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Depends on your country and their DTA with Thailand. Depends on the source of the money. Depends on if you've been in Thailand for more than 180 days in a calendar year. So the answer is "it depends". Giving more complete info will get a more definitive answer.

4 months ago