Last year Denmark again turned out as number one least corrupt country in the world, or maybe it’s just the other countries that become much worse in corruption as measured by the Transparency International (TI). Except for one year, 2025 is the 12th year in a row as the
On February 5, 2026, Danes and their families once again gathered at the Danish Embassy in Bangkok to listen to Danes Worldwide and DTCC, who provided updates and the latest news on rules and legislation from Denmark relevant to Danes living abroad. The information evening was organized in collaboration
According to latest news from Bangkok Bank it will no longer be possible for foreigners without a long-term visa to open a bank account with the bank. The reasons for this is an increasing amount of certain major nationalities having a mule account not meting criteria for holding credit
Starting from this May 2025 Thailand intends to reintroduce requirements to show financial proof for tourist visa applicants. However, 93 countries including Denmark can still enter Thailand visa-free up to 60 days, although the visa-free period may be reduced to 30 days in 2025 as earlier announced in the
The 10-year LTR visa has been open for applications since 1 September 2022 and offers many advantages provided you fulfill the criteria’s. Hereunder, Multiple Entry, 1 year reporting in stead of 90 days, Immigration and work permit facilitation services at Thailand Investment and Expat Services Center (TIESC) among many
The debate on alcohol ban on advertisement or keeping the alcohol sale restrictions has been an ongoing issue in Thailand for decades. Now it seems the parliament of Thailand has voted for lifting the ban on advertisement of alcoholic beverages as well the 1400 – 1700 daily restriction on
Data collected by the Pattaya Mail and feedback provided to Facebook groups strongly suggest that each TRD office is interpreting the rules in its own way. In Bangkok, several expats showed detailed financial paperwork and were told nothing (or just 3,000-4,000 baht) to pay. In Chonburi, some assessments have
A new Danish welfare law, that took effect on 1 January 2025, mandates that individuals who fail to meet specific residency or employment requirements must participate in government-assigned work activities for up to 37 hours per week in order to receive financial assistance. The law is designed to promote
Danish nationals born outside Denmark may lose their Danish nationality on attaining the age of 22, unless they apply between the age of 20 and 22 to retain it. It is important to apply for the retention of Danish citizenship before turning 22. There are also several documents required,