Strong Immigration Enforcement Efforts to Continue in Thailand

Immigration appears poised to continue their heightened scrutiny of foreigners living in Thailand.

Should I Use a Visa Service to Apply for a US Tourist Visa?

An often asked question from those seeking visas in Thailand is: should we use a visa service?

Aspects of the US Immigration Process Becoming More Paperless

Changes to processing protocols at the National Visa Center are making the process more efficient

Is there a minimum amount of funds needed to enter Thailand?

Those entering Thailand on visa exemption or tourist visas (especially after multiple prior trips within a given year) are well advised to be able to provide proof of ability to financially support oneself in the Kingdom.

Thai Visa Issuance Does Not Guarantee Entry to Thailand

A common misconception is hat a visa guarantees entry to a country. In Thailand, the Immigration officer at a port of entry adjudicates whether an individual, with or without a visa, will be permitted to enter the Kingdom.

การยื่นคำร้องวีซ่า K-3 ด้วยตัวเองเป็นความคิดที่ดีหรือไม่?

ในบางกรณีที่ซับซ้อนอาจเป็นความคิดที่ดีที่จะขอความช่วยเหลือเกี่ยวกับการขอวีซ่า

Will Government Shutdown Impact the US Visa Process?

Although the shutdown is having an impact upon other government services the immigration system is largely unaffected, for now.

Thai Immigration Officer Allegedly Issued Fake Visa Entry Stamps

Immigration authorities in Thailand are cracking down on visa fraud across the board.

Border Runs Are a Necessity on 1 Year Thai Multiple Entry Visas

Multiple Entry 1 Year Non-Immigrant Visas require periodic "visa runs". Failure to depart can result in overstay, arrest, possible deportation, and blacklisting.

Bank Accounts are Now a Necessity for Marriage Visas in Thailand

Those looking to extend a marriage visa in Thailand are virtually required to have a Thai bank account.