Health Insurance for Expats in Thailand
If you have moved to Thailand, you can rest assured that you will be well taken care of for any medical emergencies that may arise. The healthcare system, as well as public health insurance in Thailand, are both of excellent quality. And for those who wish to avoid waiting times, and have access to a…
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Travel Medical Insurance for Thailand
Travelling to Thailand will definitely be an experience to remember life-long. With its ancient ruins and countless temples, the canals and floating water markets, the sunny tropical beaches, and modern cityscapes, there is a plethora of things to do and see – and it may not even be that expensive. Moreover, if you need medical…
Thailand Marriage Visa
Foreign national who has married a Thai citizen and want to stay and live in Thailand, will need to have a Thailand Marriage Visa. You will also need a Thailand Marriage Visa if you are accompanying your spouse who will work or study in Thailand under his/her own Thailand Student Visa or Work Visa. But…
How to Extend a Thai Visa?
If you are holding a Thai Tourist Visa wanting to stay in Thailand longer than you are allowed to, you have to get a Thailand Visa Extension. If you want to stay in Thailand for long-term, you will likely to get several Visa Extensions unless you have been living in Thailand for 3 years and…
Thailand Non-Immigrant Visa
There are four main types of visas which the Thai government issues to foreigners: This article will detail the Thailand Non-Immigrant Visa, including the types, application process, duration, and other relevant questions. What is a Thailand Non-Immigrant Visa? The Non-immigrant Visa for Thailand is the type of visa you have to apply for if you…
Thailand Retirement Visa
Foreigners who are over the age of 50 and want to retire to Thailand are eligible to apply for a Thai Retirement Visa. Even though it is the more commonly-used term, the official term for a Thailand “Retirement Visa” is a Category “O” of the Non-Immigrant Visas for Thailand. Types of Thailand Retirement Visas The Thai…
Becoming a Citizen of Thailand
Many expats who have been living in Thailand for a considerable amount of time decide to undergo the long process that leads to becoming a Naturalized Thai Citizen. Obtaining Thai Citizenship through naturalization is a long and often tiring process, which requires you to submit mountains of paperwork, deal with bureaucratic office after bureaucratic office,…
Thailand SMART Visa
Thailand launched the SMART Visa on February 1, 2018. It is an effort from the Thai government to develop the country’s targeted industries (ie. the 13 S-Curve industries) by attracting highly-skilled foreign workers or investors. This type of visa offers benefits that other types of visas for Thailand do not if you are eligible. Who…
Thailand Re-Entry Permit
Foreign nationals who visit Thailand or wish to stay there temporarily or permanently will have to apply for a Thailand Visa. Thai Visas are issued for single or multiple entries purpose, usually for a period of 30 days to 1 year. You are not allowed to re-enter Thailand if you leave the country with a single-entry…
90 Day Report Thailand
Foreigners who live in Thailand long-term have to report their current address to the Immigration Department every 90 days of their stay, even if the address does not change. This includes tourists, international students, foreign workers, retirees, and business travelers. In short, anyone who is not a Thai citizen and will be living in Thailand…
Thailand Transit Visa
If you need to travel through the territory of Thailand to make your way to a third country, you may have to apply for a Thailand Transit Visa. However, in addition to foreigners transiting in Thailand, the Thai Transit Visa is also issued to sportspeople and crew members who are traveling for reasons related to…
Thailand Student Visa
If you are a foreigner who has been admitted to a Thai School / Educational Institution, you have to get a Thai Student Visa before pursuing your studies as an international student in Thailand. Below are the requirements for Thai Student Visa application, its process, as well as the supporting documents you need. Thailand Student…
Thailand Business Visa
Foreign nationals who have to travel to Thailand for business-related purposes have to apply for a Thailand Business Visa. The Business Visa is a “B” Category of Thai Non-Immigrant Visas. Thai “B” Category Visas are issued for the following reasons: This article will detail some frequently asked questions regarding the Thailand Business Visa. Who Needs a…
Thailand Tourist Visa
Foreigners wishing to enter Thailand for sightseeing, vacation or other leisure activities have to apply for a Thai Tourist Visa, depending on their nationality. While the Thailand tourist visa is just for short-term purposes, the holder is not allowed to engage in any form of employment or other economical activity during their stay. Below are…
Do I Need a Visa for Thailand?
Foreigners wishing to visit Thailand may find that they have to apply for a Thailand visa beforehand. Thailand is a Southeast Asian country known for its countless temples, ancient ruins, canals and floating water markets, sandy tropical beaches, and modern cityscapes. In 2018, it welcomed a record of 38.27 million tourists from around the world,…
Thailand Residence Permit
If you have lived in Thailand for a considerable number of years, you can apply for Thailand Permanent Residency, provided that you have been living there with one of the eligible visa types. This article will detail the Thailand Permanent Residence Permit: the benefits, who is eligible, how to apply for one, as well as…
Thailand Work Visa
If you’re thinking of working in Thailand, you will need a Thailand Work Permit. However, before that, you also have to obtain a Thailand Work Visa in order to enter the country and be able to apply for the permit in the first place. Additionally, you must also get an extension of the right to…
Required Documents For Thailand Visa Application
Every foreign citizen who needs a Thailand Visa has to apply for one from the Thai Diplomatic Missions abroad. However, when you submit a Thailand Visa application, you need several supporting documents. The Thailand Visa requirements change depending on the purpose of your visit to Thailand, but there is a standard set of documents everyone must have….
Thailand Visa on Arrival
Foreign nationals who want to enter Thailand may have to apply for a Thailand Visa beforehand. However, in order to facilitate tourism, or due to diplomatic relations, the Thai government has waived visa requirements for citizens of several countries. See who is exempt from Thai Visas. In addition to that, citizens of a select number…
Thailand Visa Policy
If you’re planning a trip to the enchanting temples in Bangkok, you may have found yourself wondering, “Do I need a visa for Thailand?” Thailand, a Southeast Asian country known for its ornate temples, sandy, white beaches, charming water markets, and modern cityscapes attracts millions of tourists every year. Many of the people who travel…
How to get a Myanmar Visa On Arrival?
If you are planning on going to Myanmar, you will likely need a visa, unless you are from one of the countries exempt from visa requirements. However, the Myanmar government allows citizens of several countries to get a visa either online or on arrival, which makes the visa application process easier. This means that if…
Do I Need a Visa for Myanmar (Burma Visa)?
Although until recently it had been closed off from the rest of the world, Myanmar is a beautiful country, rich in culture and natural attractions. However, to enter Myanmar, which was formerly known as Burma, you will most likely have to apply for a Myanmar Visa (Burma Visa, as it is.) Do I Need a…