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The Long Term Resident Visa (LTR) Guide

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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

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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

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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

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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)

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The majority of foreign nationals are able to enter Thailand on a visa exemption stamp. This means that you get a stamp at the immigration desk that allows you to stay for 30 days. Please note that until the end of March 2023 you will… Read More

O-A Long-Stay Visa Guide: Benefits, Requirements, Reporting

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The O-A visa is issued to those over 50 years old and provides a long-stay option in Thailand. It’s often referred to as a “retirement visa”. This visa is applied for in your home country, at a local Thai embassy or consulate. The application can… Read More

How to Get a Thailand Education Visa & What You Can Study

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If you want to study in Thailand you will need an education visa, officially known as a Non-Immigrant O Visa (ED). This visa applies to those studying at university, learning Thai at a language centre, training to become a Buddhist monk, interning at a company,… Read More

A Guide to the New Mandatory Health Insurance Rules for Retirees

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If you’ve got questions about the mandatory retirement visa health insurance requirement (O-A visa), this FAQ will answer those questions, and much more. Please also note that as of late 2021, the requirement has been extended (in some countries) to those applying for a Non… Read More

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