BillyBobzTeeth

I had a 20-minute wait at my local petrol station in the South a few days ago, it seems to have calmed down due to news that we have reserves to get us through it, but I'm not entirely convinced. LPG Gas is next, so stock up on that too!

Iran strikes Thai ship attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran strikes Thai ship attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. I think the prices are going to go up soon in Thailand.

Wang Prachan Border Run Update: All went as usual, got my 2nd 60-day VE stamp for this year at the same price of 2000 baht. Asked the most important question of how many more I can do this year, and was told they're not sure yet because they're waiting for the new government to introduce their immigration plans. As of now, she told me I'd need to fly out and come back in after a few days for my next 60-day VE. I'm assuming this is done by using a safe entry service. Has anyone used a safe entry service for Hat Yai airport? If so, how much does it cost, and which one did you use? Thank you

Has anyone been to Wang Prachan recently? Is it still okay for same-day bounce? Will be going there this month for another VE. Will update when I get back

Always check the Vouchers Tab at the top of the main page, and claim them all, weekly. Restart the App on your phone to enable them. I've gained big savings this way.

Read this today on Pattaya Mail. I know it's not the best source, but it's still positive news for some. BANGKOK, Thailand – The Anti-Fake News Center Thailand has issued a warning regarding false information claiming that a new rule permits foreign nationals to enter Thailand visa-free only twice per year. The Center noted that this misinformation has led to public misunderstanding and confusion. Wetang Phuangsup, Spokesperson for the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society, dismissed these rumors after confirming with the Immigration Bureau. He clarified that no official announcement or legal amendment has been made to limit visa-free entry for foreign nationals to two times per year. Furthermore, no legal guidelines or regulations have been established regarding such a restriction. The Immigration Bureau continues to enforce existing measures, including enhanced screening of foreign nationals who frequently enter and exit the Kingdom in a pattern consistent with visa-run behavior. The Ministry of Digital Economy and Society advised the public to rely exclusively on information released by official authorities, to verify facts and website links thoroughly, and to share content responsibly in order to prevent the spread of misinformation. Pattaya Mail - Anti-Fake News Center denies rumors of new limits on visa-free entry to Thailand

Went to the Wang Prachan border this week near Malaysia. Things went smoothly; I was out and back in the same day and got another 60-day exempt—my eighth one since my Non-O visa expired. Paid 2,000 baht fee at the Thai immigration window before getting my exit stamp. The nice lady there told me I could do one more this year, but that might change after the elections in February.

Went to the Wang Prachan border this week near Malaysia. Things went smoothly; I was out and back in the same day and got another 60-day exempt—my eighth one since my Non-O visa expired. Paid 2,000 baht fee at the Thai immigration window before getting my exit stamp. The nice lady there told me I could do one more this year, but that might change after the elections in February.

Earlier Post ---- Wife spoke to her Imm friend today, who works at the Wang Prachan border in Satun next to Malaysia. The word there is, it's back to 2 visa exemptions per year, so if, like me, you've had more than 2 this year, don't bother going there, you won't get another. I was paying their 2000 baht fee every 60 days, which was a good deal for me, but that ends now. They also said it could change to something new in January lol Update Coming Soon --- I'll be there this month and will update this thread for this border, hope it helps a few of you chaps out.

A spark of light in these dark times! 😃

Wife spoke to her Imm friend today, who works at the Wang Prachan border in Satun next to Malaysia. The word there is, it's back to 2 visa exemptions per year, so if, like me, you've had more than 2 this year, don't bother going there, you won't get another. I was paying their 2000 baht fee every 60 days, which was a good deal for me, but that ends now. They also said it could change to something new in January lol

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Tried all kinds of things, but the only thing that works for me quickly is cucumber. I munch on one, and about 5 minutes later, my acid reflux is gone.

This is the same for the Wang Prachan border crossing. The immigration officer there told me they're only used at the airports and not land crossings.

I made a Wise transfer yesterday and received the funds today to my Bangkok Bank account, and it's back to what it used to be, showing as an International Transfer.

If you want to avoid the hassle of a Non-O trip to Laos, while Immigration won't extend your next 60-day visa-exempt entry, you haven't mentioned whether you can obtain additional 60-day exemptions from a visa run. If you're still in Phuket, just do border runs to Malaysia every 60 days. There's no need to poke Immigration for extensions. I've been doing this for over a year now. Just pay for a visa run service.

bull<deleted> ?? " Where my sister send me $1000-$2000 from Dubai every month and I send her back from another account the same amount." You don't think that sounds like cycling money to and from Thailand via Dubai, then?

Cycling money between accounts to inflate your 'income' for your application could be viewed as misrepresentation or even fraud by Thai authorities. Also, given how banks operate these days, would they report you? If so, you could face legal issues as a result. It might not just be about losing the application fee; you could lose the right to come here again. Just my two cents. Good luck with your application; I hope it goes well. Mother Hen Mode Deactivated 😁

Can you update the thread on how it goes with your application? I'd be careful with this part of your application --- "I already have a system set up where my sister send me $1000-$2000 from Dubai every month and I send her back from another account the same amount. This has been going opn for more than six months." It could be classed as fraudulent and get you in trouble?? Good luck with it anyway

Looks like I'm not the only one thinking about this still - https://www.pattayamail.com/latestnews/news/thai-banking-issues-leading-to-dtvs-increasing-popularity-514344

After more pondering, I've decided to go for a retirement visa, but would like to use an agent to handle it. I live in Hat Yai so does anyone know of any in Hat Yai or Phuket?

I've seen a few troubling posts about bank issues with the "BB" regarding the 400,000, bank statments, frozen accounts etc for the Non-O marriage extension, so been pondering about the DTV. My question for anyone with experience is: can I obtain a DTV visa based on a 6-month dental program and use that for the next 5 years, instead of jumping through all the hoops now and potentially in the future linked to the Non-O? I just want to stay here with the fam with as little ball ache as possible What do you think, doiable without more ball ache?

Never been to that border, so not sure, there's a thread about it somewhere on here though

I'm in the same boat. Did you end up getting your new card sent to Thailand? Has anyone here had their card posted to Thailand recently?