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Expert guides on Thailand visas, immigration, and life in the Kingdom — written by our in-house legal team.
What Happens to Unused Visa Service Credit When You Don't Need the Full Package
When a visa applicant pays for a service tier but ends up needing less support than expected, the fate of that unused balance depends entirely on the...
Ana Liangsupree
Immigration Consultant·22 Oct 2026
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What Happens to a Foreign Employee's Work Permit When a Thai Company Changes Its Registered Address
When a Thai company moves its registered office, a foreign employee's work permit does not automatically stay valid. It must be amended with the Department...
Nic Bunpamee
Immigration Consultant·22 Oct 2026
Weekend and Holiday Submission Timing: Does It Change How Fast Your Thailand Visa Gets Approved?
Yes, submitting a Thai visa application right before a weekend or public holiday can add days to your timeline, but not because immigration officers work...
Nic Bunpamee
Immigration Consultant·22 Oct 2026
Thailand Visa Services That Serve Couples and Families vs Solo Applicants: What to Compare
Applying for a Thai visa as a family unit is a fundamentally different exercise than applying alone, and treating them the same is where most delays start....
Nic Bunpamee
Immigration Consultant·22 Oct 2026
Thailand Visa Eligibility for Remote Medical Treatment Visits: Who Qualifies and What to Prove
Thailand does not have a single "medical visa." Instead, foreigners coming for treatment qualify through one of three distinct routes: the Medical Treatment...
Ana Liangsupree
Immigration Consultant·22 Oct 2026
Thailand Driver's Licenses for Foreign Residents: Conversion Rules by Visa Type in 2026
Converting a foreign driving license to a Thai one in 2026 depends almost entirely on which visa a foreigner holds, since tourist visas and visa-exempt...
Nic Bunpamee
Immigration Consultant·22 Oct 2026
Shipping Your Belongings to Thailand: Customs Rules, Import Duties, and What Movers Won't Tell You
Duty on a household shipment is a customs question, and a visa alone does not answer it. Confirm the current exemption with Thai Customs or a licensed mover...
Kat Hewett
Immigration Consultant·22 Oct 2026
Remote Work Visas for Couples: Filing Separate DTV Applications When Only One Partner Has a Qualifying Income Source
When only one partner in a couple has a remote job, freelance contract, or other qualifying activity, the other partner cannot simply ride along on a shared...
Ana Liangsupree
Immigration Consultant·22 Oct 2026
How Thai Immigration Distinguishes Freelance Platform Income (Upwork, Fiverr) from Traditional Employment on a DTV Application
Thai Immigration does not run two separate visa tracks for gig workers and salaried remote employees. Both fall under the same Destination Thailand Visa...
Kat Hewett
Immigration Consultant·22 Oct 2026
How Thai Companies Should Budget for Foreign Employee Immigration Costs Across a Fiscal Year
Budgeting for a foreign employee's immigration costs in Thailand means planning for three recurring layers across the fiscal year: government fees (visa and...
Nic Bunpamee
Immigration Consultant·22 Oct 2026
Certified Translations for Thai Visa Applications: When You Need One and When You Don't
You need a certified translation whenever a supporting document for your Thai visa application is written in a language other than Thai or English, and you...
Nic Bunpamee
Immigration Consultant·22 Oct 2026
Can a Visa Service Help With a Thai Tourist Visa (SETV or METV)? What You Pay and What You Get
A visa service can prepare and file your Thai tourist visa (SETV or METV). You pay two separate amounts: our service fee of 3,000 THB by bank transfer (3,090 THB by card), and a government fee set by the Royal Thai embassy you apply through.
Issa Compass
20 Oct 2026
Thailand Visa Rules for Indian Citizens 2026: The 30-Day Exemption and Longer-Stay Options
Since 15 September 2026, Indian passport holders can enter Thailand visa-free for up to 30 days, with one optional 30-day extension. Here is what changed, the land-border limit, and which visa to use for longer stays.
Issa Compass
19 Oct 2026