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QUESTIONS

What is the current situation at the Chong Mek border crossing between Thailand and Laos?

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5 years ago

What Are the Financial Requirements and Process for Applying for a Marriage Visa in Laos?

5 comments

5 years ago

What are the current requirements for obtaining a 60-day tourist visa for Thailand in Suvannakhet, Laos?

3 comments

8 years ago

What are the current visa requirements and regulations for foreigners applying from Vientiane, Laos?

32 comments

8 years ago

Which consulate in Thailand should I visit for a 2-month tourist visa?

50 comments

8 years ago

What should I do if Immigration incorrectly stamped my visa extension to 2018 instead of the correct date?

43 comments

8 years ago

COMMENTS

Can I drive in Thailand with a full UK driving licence?

Ellis ******************************

Provided you’re on a tourist visa you can use your U.K. licence. No international permit required.

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Is Thailand vegetarian-friendly?

Ellis ******************************

😂 no

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Can I just bring cash to immigration to prove my finances in Thailand?

Ellis ******************************

couldn’t you just borrow it and put it in your bank account?

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How can I open a bank account in Thailand as a tourist without a work permit?

Ellis ******************************

Go in and put 250,000 baht cash on the desk and ask to speak to the branch manager.

Works every time. (It’s down to the discretion of the individual branch and their policy fyi)

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Am I being overcharged for car hire in Thailand compared to two years ago?

Ellis ******************************

800-900 baht a day is about right

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What should I do if my Thai fiancé is asking for multiple and varying amounts for sin sod before marriage?

Ellis ******************************

In the west the bride's parents are to pay for everything. I sprung that on mine's family.

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What should I do if my Thai fiancé is asking for multiple and varying amounts for sin sod before marriage?

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555 you must be stupid. Sinsot?

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555

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What are good dining options near Chaengwattana Immigration in Bangkok?

Ellis ******************************

Bagels aren’t really healthy.

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What options are available for a single father struggling in Phuket after job loss due to COVID-19?

Ellis ******************************

UK embassy are offering repat flight (loans) to all citizens.

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Can I stay in Thailand after my tourist visa expired, considering the amnesty situation?

Ellis ******************************

well 26th + a week technically

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What is the TDAC and what do you need to know about it before arriving in Thailand?

136 comments

5 days ago

What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?

63 comments

10 days ago

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

306 comments

14 days ago

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

85 comments

14 days ago

What are some funny memes related to current events?

14 comments

19 days ago

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

74 comments

22 days ago

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

133 comments

23 days ago

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

53 comments

a month ago

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

66 comments

2 months 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

7 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

7 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

a year 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?

8 comments

a month ago

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