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Tighter Background Checks For Thai Retirement Visas?
A discussion on a recent article on Thai Retirement Visas in the context of n background checks which are required for the O-A Visas sought abroad but as yet, are not required for the O Visas obtained in Thailand.
"Disreputable Language Schools" And Thai Education Visas?
A talk on Thai Immigration specifically in the context of Education Visas which although often face crackdowns, are a useful visa for those who are seriously applying for education purposes.
Work Permits And Thailand Elite Visas?
A discussion on the topic of the Thailand Elite Visa program, which is making some changes, with a specific focus on Work Authorization which actually falls under a different Ministry.
Is Policy Discussion On Thai Retirement Visas "Deviancy Amplification"?
A discussion on Big Joke who has stated that Retirement Visas rules need tightening in order to reduce foreign gangs and a comment on the issue which stated that this strategy might be "deviancy amplification".
Immigration "Crackdown" in Bali, Indonesia?
A discussion on some Immigration News from Bail regarding Immigration Task Forces that have been set up to crack down on foreigners who do not adhere to the regulations and conditions of their visas.
"Inspection Of Bank Statements" For Thai B Visa Extension?
A discussion on Thai Business Visas in that "Big Joke" has stated that there has been a lack of proper inspections of Bank Statements which are required to support extensions of Business Visas in Thailand.
Criminal Background Checks For ALL Thai Visas?
A discussion on "Big Joke" who has commented that some requirements for some Thai Visas may need amending and if this could lead to background checks for all Thai Visas and extensions in the future.
"Big Joke's" Retirement Visa "Policy Recommendations" Vague?
Another talk on Big Joke and the Thai Immigration Act specifically that he feels that some revisions are needed to the Act which was promulgated in 1979.
Holidays And Backlogs At Thai Immigration Offices?
A talk on Thai Immigration specifically some steps that can be taken in the event that the expiry date of one's visa happens to fall on a Thai Public Holliday.
Retirees In Thailand Not "Joining A Foreign Mafia"?
Some more on the topic of Big Joke who is looking at tightening the rules for Thai Retirement Visas with a focus on Law Enforcement such as background checks.