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What are the current uncertainties regarding the renewal and re-entry process for the new Thai visa?
56 comments
6 months ago

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Does immigration require onward travel tickets for entry on a DTV visa in Thailand?
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@Goel *******
 I had an outbound ticket. Airline would not let me board without one.
10 hours ago
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Does immigration require onward travel tickets for entry on a DTV visa in Thailand?
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I was asked by airline but not immigration
11 hours ago
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What are the advantages of the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) compared to traditional tourist visas for long-term stay in Thailand?
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@Andrew *******
 I’m a slow learner though 😅
a day ago
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What are the advantages of the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) compared to traditional tourist visas for long-term stay in Thailand?
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So far I haven’t found any apart from the much longer stay. It’s a glorified tourist visa. For the price, it’s still worth it.
a day ago
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How will the recent changes to bank account regulations in Thailand affect existing account holders compared to new applicants?
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First they block new account. Next they will increase KYC requirements on existing accounts.
4 days ago
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What should I do if my Wise account is closed due to suspected fraudulent activity while trying to send money to my wife?
Dave *****
Banks around the world do this not just Thai banks if they are not satisfied with KYC/AML requirements.
5 days ago
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Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?
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@David *********
 doesn’t mean you will get to keep it. Banks can always close accounts. It’s in their Ts&Cs
5 days ago
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Can tourists currently open bank accounts in Thailand given the recent non-O visa application restrictions?
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@Sue *********
 it kinda does. I work for a bank. Once you do CRS, your KYC/AML requirements go up. Hard to do for tourists so most banks will just drop those customers.
5 days ago
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How are expats in Thailand managing their 180-day visa stamps and tax obligations?
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@Ray ****
 there’s difference between enforcement and compliance
2 months ago
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What are the costs and experiences associated with obtaining a DTV visa for Thailand?
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@Greg *******
 hahaha. If you are going to cheat someone, you may as well go for gold. That’s outrageous.
3 months ago
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106 comments
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86 comments
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101 comments
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104 comments
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60 comments
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153 comments
7 months ago
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503 comments
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48 comments
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79 comments
7 months ago
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9 months ago
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4 comments
9 months ago
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164 comments
9 months ago
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267 comments
10 months ago
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38 comments
10 months ago
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28 comments
10 months ago
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370 comments
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What are the rules for re-entering Thailand on a tourist visa or visa exemption?
33 comments
10 months ago
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105 comments
10 months ago
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93 comments
10 months ago
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175 comments
a year ago
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1 comments
a year ago
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230 comments
a year ago
What are the implications of the upcoming visa price increases at Thai consulates?
55 comments
a year ago
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