Can you convert a Tourist Visa, or a 30-day visa stamp (exemption), into a 90-day Non Immigrant O Visa? Yes. Well, not so much convert, but immigration will cancel your current visa, or stamp, and issue the Non O, if you meet the requirements. This… Read More
New 90-Day Muay Thai Visa for 2024
Thailand has announced a unique visa scheme catering specifically to foreigners seeking Muay Thai training within the country. This initiative allows martial arts enthusiasts to extend their stay from the standard 60 days to an extended period of 90 days. The announcement follows the establishment… Read More
5 Visa Options to Stay in Thailand Long Term
Thailand is a popular destination for travelers, but many people also dream of making it their long-term home. Indeed, one question many have after a wonderful holiday is, “How can I stay here long term?” Fortunately, there are several visa options that allow foreigners to… Read More
The Long Term Resident Visa (LTR) Guide
The LTR (Long-Term Resident) visa has been designed by the Board Of Investment (BOI) to attract high-potential foreign nationals to relocate to Thailand. The idea behind the scheme is to stimulate the economy with overseas investment and bring some much-needed post-pandemic cash to the Kingdom.… Read More
The Thailand SMART Visa – A Guide to Eligibility & Benefits
The SMART Visa is a Board Of Investment (BOI) initiative to boost Thailand’s economy through innovation. The aim is to attract highly qualified individuals in specific areas of industry, to help the country grow through new talent and technology. In this post, we’ll take at… Read More
Does My Child Need a Visa? Easy FAQ for Parents
Whether or not you need a visa for Thailand depends on how long you intend to stay, and what you intend to do there: work, retire, volunteer, etc. But what about children, do they require a visa to enter Thailand for a holiday or stay… Read More
How to Get a Residence Certificate in Thailand
A residence certificate provides proof of your permanent or semi-permanent address in Thailand. There are a number of reasons you might need one, such as when buying a car or motorbike or when applying for a driver’s license. Some banks may require one to open… Read More
The Thailand Tourist Visa Guide (Single & Multiple Entry)
The majority of foreign nationals are able to enter Thailand on a visa exemption stamp. This means that when you enter Thailand you are given a stamp at the immigration desk that allows you to stay in the country for 30 days. Okay, so now… Read More