Visa Stuff

The Thailand Elite Visa – Is it Worth it?

Obtaining a visa for Thailand can be complex, confusing and in some cases costly. The system has always been convoluted and shows no signs of changing any time soon. Entering on a 30-day stay or a tourist visa is fairly easy (apply at your local … [Read more...]

The Big Thai Visa Post: Visa Types, Requirements, Restrictions & Benefits

All visa processes, whether you are flying across the world or traveling to a neighboring country, are daunting ones. With all the different types of Thai visa available, at times it may seem as if figuring out how to fly to the moon would be an … [Read more...]

Non Immigrant O Visa Extension – How to Extend Your Stay by 60 Days

If you have a Non Immigrant O visa (multiple entry) then you’ll need to leave Thailand every 90 days. This means every 90 days from the date stamped in your passport by immigration when you enter the country. In addition to this entry date, y … [Read more...]

How to Get a UK Visitor Visa for Your Thai Partner [in 7 Steps]

I’m going to start this post with a necessary disclaimer: This information is based on my personal experience and in no way guarantees that your Thai partner will be granted a visa to visit the UK. Each application is decided on its individual me … [Read more...]

TEFL Course Recommendation: i-to-i LoveTEFL Review

Update as of July 2016: LoveTefl has now merged with i-to-i Tefl, bringing together two of the biggest and most popular Tefl providers. When my cousin announced to his mum that he wanted to head for Thailand and teach English she had a fit. She … [Read more...]

Getting Married in Thailand – DIY in One Day!

**Post update: Dec 2016: Since first writing this post a number of changes have taken place. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) is no longer offering the legalisation express service for foreign translated documents. They now require 3 days to p … [Read more...]

My Comical Stay At The Inter City Hotel (Vientiane)

For those of you who've seen the 70s British sitcom Fawlty Towers, set in a Torquay hotel, you'll already have an idea of what to expect from this post. My stay at the Inter City Hotel was painfully comical, and not at all what I expected. I've … [Read more...]

The Fastest & Most Comfortable Visa Run Under 3,000 Baht [In 10 Easy Steps]

I'm updating this post because I still can't believe how few people are using this visa run option. It can be done from any airport where Nok Air has a flight into Udon Thani, which includes Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket. I did this because my 90 … [Read more...]