Living on a DTV in Thailand: Bank Accounts and Paying for Things
Why you can’t open a Thai bank account on a DTV, what happens to an account you already have, and how to pay by QR code with Wise, TrueMoney and other apps instead.
Visas
Lost or Stolen Passport in Thailand: What to Do
Lost your passport in Thailand or had it stolen? Here’s what to do first, what your embassy will ask for, how to get your visa moved to the new passport, and what to do if you’ve got a flight coming up.
Thailand Immigration Offices: Locations, Contacts and Booking
Thailand’s immigration offices by region: address, opening hours, phone, website, Facebook, LINE and map for Bangkok, Pattaya, Hua Hin, Samui and more, plus the 1178 hotline and how to book.
Visa on Arrival in Thailand: Who Still Qualifies After the 2026 Overhaul
Thailand cut its visa on arrival list from 31 countries to three, in force 15 September 2026. Here is who still qualifies and what dropped nationalities do now.
Thailand E-Visa: How to Apply Online (2026 Step-by-Step Guide)
Thailand now issues most visas online. Here’s who needs an e-Visa, how to apply at the official thaievisa.go.th portal, what it costs, and how to avoid the lookalike sites charging for a free government service.
The 10-Year LTR Visa for Retirees in Thailand: Is It Really Worth It?
The LTR visa gives retirees 10 years, yearly reporting and a tax break on foreign income. It also asks for at least US$40,000 a year in passive income, plus a US$250,000 investment in Thailand if you’re under US$80,000.
Find Out All Available Options on Thailand Long-Term Visas
Most visitors now get 30 days visa-free in Thailand, and land-border entries on that exemption are capped at two a calendar year. Here’s how the main long-term visas work, what they ask for and what they cost.
Thailand Overstay: Rules, Fines, and Penalties
Learn what happens if you overstay your visa in Thailand, including daily fines, future visa issues, detention risks, and how to fix an overstay.
Thai Residence Certificate: Cost, Documents & Where to Apply
A step-by-step guide to Thailand’s Residence Certificate: required documents, the THB200 government fee, processing time, and where to apply.
Thailand Scraps the 60-Day Free Pass: What Long-Stay Expats and Nomads Do Now
Thailand’s 60-day visa exemption ended on 15 September 2026. Most passports now get 30 days, and since 31 August the DTV has to be applied for from home. Here are the long-stay options that still work.