Cal

It's time for our monthly Q&A!

If you've got a question you'd like me to answer, leave it in the comments below.

This is the best place to ask. I receive dozens of emails and messages every week, so unfortunately I can't reply to everyone individually.

Instead, I created this monthly Q&A to answer your questions with as much detail and context as possible, so everyone in the community can benefit.

If I didn't get to your question in the last Q&A, don't worry—I'll be carrying those over into this one as well.

Thanks for all the support, and I hope you're having a great week. Looking forward to your questions!

📷 Photo: Filling up the scooter in Phuket (2017)

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📢 New Q&A is live!

Thailand is changing fast—but not always in the ways people expect.

In this video, I answer your questions about cannabis, rising costs, gentrification, hidden scams, moving to Thailand, working here, and what life is really like in 2026.

One question for you:

What's the biggest change you've noticed in Thailand over the past few years?

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjYTt...

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This week we hit 100,000 subscribers on the channel.

Whether you've been here since the beginning or just recently discovered the channel, thank you for watching, commenting, sharing videos, and helping build this community.

As we move forward, your feedback is incredibly valuable. I'd love to hear what types of content you've enjoyed most and what you'd like to see more of in the future.

Thank you for being part of the journey.

Here's to the next chapter.

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Thailand recently announced the launch of the new Thailand Immigration Management System, or THIM app.

The app is designed to make the Thailand Digital Arrival Card process simpler, with an improved interface, the ability to save profiles, and the option to plan trips well in advance.

Future updates are also expected to include 90-day reporting and additional immigration services for residents.

The app is currently in beta testing and is available through some app stores, while the official launch is scheduled for October 1 and will include availability across all major platforms.

📺 Watch the full walkthrough here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmJ7n...

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Thailand recently announced changes to its visa-free entry policy, reducing the permitted stay from 60 days back down to 30 days, while also cutting the number of visa-exempt countries.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has now released the updated breakdown, including:
• 54 countries eligible for 30-day visa exemption
• 3 countries eligible for 15-day exemption
• 4 countries eligible for visa on arrival
• 9 bilateral 30-day agreements
• 5 bilateral 90-day agreements
• 2 bilateral 14-day agreements

For a full breakdown of the policy changes — including all the current visa options available for visitors — check out my video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5YQgu...

And let us know — what do you think about the new visa changes in Thailand?

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Thailand has seen a lot of policy changes and discussion recently — especially around visas, banking, and taxes.

In this interview with Benjamin Hart from Integrity Legal, we break down Thailand’s latest visa changes, banking issues, tax concerns, and some of the biggest misunderstandings foreigners have about Thailand.

You can watch the full conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dSiY...

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Thailand has officially approved plans to reduce visa-free stays from 60 days back to 30 days, reversing the extended policy that was introduced in 2024.

Watch my full update here, including all the details and what to expect: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5YQgu...

And let us know — will the change affect your travel plans?

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Are you planning to retire in Thailand?

I recently sat down with Mark Friedman from Baan Thai Immigration Solutions to discuss the biggest pitfalls retirees face in Thailand, along with practical advice for avoiding them.

This was a very informative discussion for anyone considering retirement in Thailand.

Check out the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWwXy...

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It’s time for our monthly Q&A.

If you’ve got a question you’d like me to answer, leave it in the comment section.

I receive a huge number of messages and emails every week, so it’s impossible to reply to everyone individually. But if you leave your question here, I’ll do my best to give you a detailed answer in the next Q&A.

Hope everyone’s having a great week!

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If you're planning a trip to Vietnam, check out my complete travel guide 🇻🇳

This video covers 29 things I wish I knew before visiting — including:
- common mistakes,
- itinerary planning,
- transportation tips,
- scams,
- money,
- weather,
- where to stay,
- and what first-time visitors should expect.

🎥 Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ek6zN...

Are you planning a trip to Vietnam anytime soon? Let me know in the comments 👇

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