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QUESTIONS

What is the correct way to dial a UK 033 number from Thailand using True?

3 comments

7 months ago

How do I notify my stay in Thailand using an app?

7 comments

8 months ago

What is the cheapest prefix to call the UK from Thailand?

17 comments

a year ago

What are the challenges of opening a bank account in Thailand for expats?

36 comments

a year ago

How much time and money does it take for a Thai to complete a driving course and obtain a license?

20 comments

a year ago

What paperwork do I need for my NON-O visa extension in Thailand?

5 comments

a year ago

What app or service should I use to check in at my condo in Thailand?

16 comments

a year ago

What are the common issues faced while flying with Nok Air in Thailand?

19 comments

2 years ago

What are the costs and recommendations for getting a chest X-ray and consultation for suspected broken ribs in Pattaya, Thailand?

19 comments

2 years ago

What is the cheapest prefix to call a Spanish number from Thailand?

10 comments

2 years ago

Can I leave Thailand to Cambodia for a night after my work permit cancellation, and where can I stay with nightlife in Pattaya?

14 comments

2 years ago

What documents do I need to obtain a 5-year driving license in Thailand?

6 comments

3 years ago

Does my friend need to report his accommodation to immigration within 48 hours if he didn't receive a TM 6 card upon arrival?

15 comments

3 years ago

How easy is it to apply for a Non-B visa in Thailand with an existing work permit and what are the requirements?

2 comments

3 years ago

How can my Australian friend extend his visa in Thailand, and what will it cost?

3 comments

3 years ago

How can I get a Pfizer booster shot in Thailand after having two doses in the UK?

16 comments

3 years ago

Is health insurance required when renewing a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

11 comments

3 years ago

Is the Thailand Pass Really Free or Should I Use an Agent?

27 comments

3 years ago

Is it possible to book a house for the Phuket Sandbox program?

14 comments

4 years ago

What is the baggage allowance and transit policy for KLM flights from Bangkok to Birmingham?

28 comments

4 years ago

Can I renew my Non-O visa in Pattaya two months early due to travel plans?

30 comments

4 years ago

Is it cheaper to get Covid insurance while still in Thailand?

0 comments

4 years ago

Has anyone installed solar panels in their condos in Thailand for reducing electricity costs?

3 comments

4 years ago

How soon can I renew my retirement visa (O visa) in Thailand while planning to travel to the UK for a Covid vaccine?

13 comments

4 years ago

How do I complete the paperwork to register a second-hand bike in Thailand with a residency letter?

13 comments

4 years ago

What documents do I need to get a residency letter from immigration in Thailand for buying a second-hand bike?

9 comments

4 years ago

What is the cost of insurance for a 155 motorcycle in Thailand for expats?

21 comments

4 years ago

What are the differences between an O visa and an OA visa for Thailand?

7 comments

4 years ago

How busy is immigration this week for 90-day reporting in Thailand?

16 comments

4 years ago

Can I get a pay-as-you-go data-only SIM card for my solar-powered CCTV camera in Thailand?

19 comments

6 months ago

Is it safe to get a remote car key made from local stall sellers in Pattaya?

10 comments

5 months ago

What are the costs of sending a child to university in Thailand, especially for medical studies?

22 comments

5 months ago

Has anyone used Bolt Truck for transporting 20mm sheets of wood?

2 comments

3 months ago

COMMENTS

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

Paul ********

yes we actually got golf discounts in Pukhet with them after they opened it for the sandbox after Covid

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

Paul ********

The Thai license shows you have taken time to abide by the law and if you come to a checkpoint the police wave you through. In addition it get you discounts. Well actually you get Thai rates at some of the parks and altercations so worth getting

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What are the best health and accident insurance options for foreigners in Bangkok, Thailand?

Paul ********

I have health and accident with AIA and supposed to be the best in Thailand because it’s a Thai company and you can use the Thai private hospitals

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What is the best way to handle a £200,000 savings when moving to Thailand, considering interest rates and banking options?

Paul ********

well if you think about it they have your money in their bank and they use that money to lend to people and this is one of the perks of the bank. So when I go on holiday I use my phone to pay for most things and they charge gets passed onto the retailer not me

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What is the best way to handle a £200,000 savings when moving to Thailand, considering interest rates and banking options?

Paul ********

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

same rate applies on Revoult 41.82

So big or small amounts wise is the more expensive.

That’s simple

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What is the best way to handle a £200,000 savings when moving to Thailand, considering interest rates and banking options?

Paul ********

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

that’s what I have done as no charges with revolution. Simple and easily done

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What is the best way to handle a £200,000 savings when moving to Thailand, considering interest rates and banking options?

Paul ********

@Fredrik ***********

also no waiting as it’s done instantly

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What is the best way to handle a £200,000 savings when moving to Thailand, considering interest rates and banking options?

Paul ********

@Fredrik ***********

I can get 41.82 on wise with fee taken off but see photo for Revolut

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What is the best way to handle a £200,000 savings when moving to Thailand, considering interest rates and banking options?

Paul ********

yes well I use a friends address and they can see 3 times a week I use it to pay for my golf here and although I have only had it 9 months nobody has said anything. Maybe because I have nearly as much as you want to put in invested with them

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What is the best way to handle a £200,000 savings when moving to Thailand, considering interest rates and banking options?

Paul ********

You will get a better interest rate in uk. I have a Revolution account and you can change monie into Thai money at a good rate with no charges

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What should tourists know about entering Thailand under recent stricter visa rules?

137 comments

3 days ago

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

428 comments

5 days ago

Why are people celebrating Tod Daniels' 66th birthday?

51 comments

17 days ago

How Can I Get Help with Moving to Thailand?

197 comments

2 months ago

What is the best time to visit Thailand to avoid crowds and enjoy good weather?

95 comments

2 months ago

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

125 comments

2 months ago

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

273 comments

3 months ago

What are the best recommendations for visa agents in Bangkok for those seeking a retirement or DTV visa?

223 comments

3 months ago

Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?

72 comments

3 months ago

What is the process and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

45 comments

3 months ago

How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?

132 comments

4 months ago

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

155 comments

4 months ago

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

109 comments

4 months ago

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

224 comments

4 months ago

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

71 comments

4 months ago

What are the changes in Thai visa application procedures for Southeast Asian consulates starting October 8th?

71 comments

5 months ago

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

57 comments

5 months ago

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

106 comments

5 months ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

5 months ago

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

86 comments

5 months ago

What are the key guidelines and experiences regarding the new DTV visa for Thailand?

19 comments

6 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

6 months ago

What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?

18 comments

6 months ago

What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?

60 comments

6 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa as a business owner in Thailand?

101 comments

7 months ago

What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?

64 comments

7 months ago

What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?

46 comments

7 months ago

How quickly can one get a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand as an Australian?

104 comments

7 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

60 comments

7 months ago

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

153 comments

7 months ago

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

5 comments

7 months ago

What are the key features and requirements of Thailand's new DTV - Destination Thailand Visa?

134 comments

7 months ago

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

503 comments

7 months ago

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

193 comments

7 months ago

What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?

178 comments

7 months ago

What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?

48 comments

7 months ago

How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

79 comments

7 months ago

Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?

73 comments

9 months ago

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

4 comments

9 months ago

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

164 comments

9 months ago

Why are there so many sarcastic comments on expat groups about Thailand?

267 comments

10 months ago

How efficient is the process for obtaining a 12-month visa in Pattaya's immigration office?

38 comments

10 months ago

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

28 comments

10 months ago

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

370 comments

10 months ago

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

33 comments

10 months ago

Is it true that Thai passport holders will soon have visa exemption for entry to the UK and Australia?

105 comments

10 months ago

How did you successfully open a bank account in Thailand on a tourist visa?

93 comments

10 months ago

What are the best currency exchange options at Suvarnabhumi Airport for arrival?

175 comments

a year ago

What are the benefits and application process for the LTR 'Wealthy Pensioner' Visa in Thailand?

1 comments

a year ago

Why do people ask unanswerable questions about Thailand?

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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