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QUESTIONS

Can I apply for a marriage extension one week before my current extension expires?

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2 years ago

What are the current requirements and experiences for renewing a 5-year driver's license in Thailand?

27 comments

2 years ago

Is it appropriate to ask for retired UK police officers to chat with on this site?

0 comments

2 years ago

Will the US embassy issue letters for extension of stay in Thailand?

4 comments

5 years ago

Can I Study Thai Language While on a Non-O Extension Based on Marriage?

3 comments

5 years ago

Does Getting an Extension Based on Thai Spouse Void My Current Visa?

3 comments

5 years ago

Which health insurance company is better: AXA or Pacific Cross in Thailand?

8 comments

8 months ago

COMMENTS

What is the best visa option for a 49-year-old man intending to marry a Thai woman, live in Thailand, and start a small business?

David *********

@Jitdee ******************

its not as bad as these negative Nancy’s make it out to be…..it can be worse! 😝😝😂

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Why was my wife's US visitor visa application denied despite strong documentation?

David *********

have a buddy who didn’t listen, got married, now 2 and a half years later is finally at the stage where he is interviewed. My wife and I took only 6 months or so but that was 14 years ago.

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Why was my wife's US visitor visa application denied despite strong documentation?

David *********

If she mentions sponsors boyfriends husband who is citizen could all be reasons. Apply for marriage visa wait 2-3 years. Only way. Or go to Mexico, identify as Mexican and walk in. lol. Jk

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What are some cheap ways to call from Thailand to the USA without using popular apps?

David *********

@Scott ********

said he was calling government agency so there is an hour of hold time! 😂

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What are some cheap ways to call from Thailand to the USA without using popular apps?

David *********

Look into VOIP services like magic jack

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Do I need a Thai Driving License if I have a valid UK license and IDP for my retirement visa?

David *********

@Luit ****************

I know. But IDP may not be accepted and citation issued is the point.

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Do I need a Thai Driving License if I have a valid UK license and IDP for my retirement visa?

David *********

Yes. IDP isn't always 'accepted' when you get stopped, and you have to pay the fine.

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What is the easiest type of visa to obtain for long-term stays in Thailand without frequent renewals or trips out of the country?

David *********

airport assistance? Do tell. I have LTR and travel frequently. Only perk at the airport is no immigration line at the LTR counter. Let me know if I’m missing something.

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Why is my bank wire transfer from the USA to Thailand taking so long?

David *********

and up to 5 days. Rarely in seconds in my experience. Any more than $1000 and wise is not fast but definitely cheaper.

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Should I accept the offer to use my girlfriend's brother-in-law's car while in Thailand considering insurance implications?

David *********

Don’t.

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6 days ago

What should I do if someone is giving me false visa information and harassing me in a Facebook group?

306 comments

10 days ago

How did I successfully apply for a DTV visa after being denied entry into Thailand?

85 comments

10 days ago

What is the current exchange rate trend between the Pound and the Thai Baht?

178 comments

12 days ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

15 days ago

What should I know about the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before using it?

74 comments

18 days ago

What should I do if I receive belittling responses when seeking visa advice in a Thailand expat group?

133 comments

19 days ago

What is the experience of re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?

53 comments

22 days ago

What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?

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

Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?

428 comments

2 months ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

2 months ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

4 months ago

Who knows the woman accused of shoplifting in Nimman, Chiang Mai?

125 comments

4 months ago

What do I need to know about the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

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

Why do some members engage in bullying behavior online instead of offering constructive support?

155 comments

6 months ago

What should I know about entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

109 comments

6 months ago

What are the current visa fees and experiences for entering Laos from Thailand?

224 comments

6 months ago

What are the experiences and processes for obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

71 comments

6 months ago

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

57 comments

6 months ago

What are the experiences and requirements of obtaining the DTV visa in Thailand?

106 comments

6 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

6 months ago

What are some experiences and tips for long-term stays in Thailand?

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

What are the recent changes to Thailand's entry visa rules regarding unlimited land entries?

153 comments

9 months ago

What is the DTV visa and what are its employment restrictions in Thailand?

5 comments

9 months ago

What are the requirements and details for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?

503 comments

9 months ago

What are the latest updates on the Thai DTV visa application process and its requirements?

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

10 months ago

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

4 comments

a year ago

Can I obtain Thai nationality by marrying my girlfriend in Pattaya?

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

What are the unique breakfast options and experiences in Thailand, particularly in Pattaya or Patong?

28 comments

a year ago

What are the best Thai dating apps to meet women with regular jobs, excluding freelancers or working girls?

370 comments

a year ago

What are the rules for re-entering Thailand on a tourist visa or visa exemption?

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

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?

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a month ago

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