jAllen Swan
@luckkyybuddha
American expat in Thailand
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American
Lives in Bangkok
Registration: 30 September 2011
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How to make friends in Bangkok by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Bangkok :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Bangkok?? Thanks in ...
I see a lot of posters in this thread our young(mostly)and out of their comfort zones.I am a bit older(62)and have lived many places during my life time.Thailand is really no different than other places i have lived.Finding friends is always harder ... Read More
Loan in Thailand by PtitBen
Hello, I am an expat in Thailand for nearly 3 years and I want to buy a flat. What are the formalities to get a loan? Which bank? any advice? Thank you ;)
You need a Thai wife/husband with a job,or cash to secure the loan period.Ok,their is another way(google loans for farangs in Thailand).I did this and found a site that loans 50% of the amount needed.The min.loan is 5million Thb.They also will need ... Read More
Opening a bank account in Thailand by Julien
Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Thailand ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Thailand ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services ...
just a short update on "how good Bangkok Bank is"..I deposited a "rewards check from "FIA"(Boa owned credit card issuer)250.00 usd.I tried to explain what i needed by phone,but they were not clear on the issue(check,what bank!).I had to go to the ... Read More
need a farang golf friend(Thai is OK also!)
I live in saimai area of Bangkok and i am in dire need of(Englishing speaking) golfing partner...I was a 9hcp,but have been down with some body parts not working...and a home remodel,so my game has suffered the expected downgrade!I have a new ... Read More
Opening a bank account in Thailand by Julien
Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Thailand ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Thailand ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services ...
The simple answer is"Chai dai mak"!No problem..."Most of the time".Bangkok Bank is very "farang friendly",and provides just about any service you might need.I have had three different bank accts. while living here in Bangkok over a Three year ... Read More