A new visa has been launched and is dividing opinion across the expat community. It's called the Non-Immigrant O-X (long stay).Technically it is a "new" retirement visa because it shares very similar properties with the Non Immigrant O-A visa, … [Read more...]
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]
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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
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 worried that … [Read more...]
Getting Married in Thailand – Do it Yourself in One Day!
When I initially wrote this post it was possible to do everything in one day, but now, because of changes to the express service at the MFA, the process will take a minimum of 2 days.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) offers the express … [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...]