@WiredTight
American looking for information about Thailand
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Registration: 21 September 2022
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Driving licence by alffvdh
Well, I have come across my first stumbling block since moving to Thailand just over 3 months ago. No problems with my visa, no problems with the bank, no problems with my visa extension. But...... then I went to enquire about getting a Thai driving ...
@alffvdh,Sounds like you are on the right track...just chalk it up to Bad Luck and move on. A couple rules I "Try" to follow when dealing with government or other business bureaucracy...Do your homework before arriving. Bring extra copies of paper ... Read More
The right place for us! by Jules2702
So husband and I are starting the process of moving to Thailand. We have already moved from England to Scotland which was like moving to a different country!! So this move should be easy! We are going to bring our dogs with us, so if anyone has ...
I think just like most countries-regions in the world... Every place has it plus and minus depending on personal tastes. I'm not a big Beach guy, so many of the beach areas down South don't interest me (also the relatively recent tourist invasion ... Read More
Open bank account in Thailand by ThailandHereICome
Some guy named Andrew claims on YouTube that you CAN open a bank account in Thailand with a tourist visa or a visa exemption...Is that true??I was under the impression that you can only open an account once you hold the O visa.Can anyone clarify on ...
@ThailandHereIComeI arrived on a Visa -exempt (45 day). 10 days later I signed an apartment lease, and then the next day my Brit-expat apartment owner introduced me to his bank (Bangkok Bank). Everything was going good, until I was told I needed to ... Read More
Income Verification requirements for non O Visa (instead of Deposit) by Paul_Adams
I am attempting to get my Visa without having to struggle to open a bank account, wait 60 days and the money transfer. Instead, I prefer to apply with income only. Unfortunately they are asking for verification of income from the USA embassy. ...
Paul_Adams,I'm not advocating breaking or stretching the rules...but...in my experience, sooner or later you are going to find yourself in a situation where even if you follow all the Rules, laws, and regulations, you;ll end up with yourself neck ... Read More
Income Verification requirements for non O Visa (instead of Deposit) by Paul_Adams
I am attempting to get my Visa without having to struggle to open a bank account, wait 60 days and the money transfer. Instead, I prefer to apply with income only. Unfortunately they are asking for verification of income from the USA embassy. ...
Contacting a VISA agent might be able to help you navigate, and convince a local immigration office once you arrive in country. For a fee, it's possible they could handle all interactions with immigration, Secret handshakes, and smooth over any ... Read More
more than 30 days in Thailand or Laos by 1wabit1
I live in China and want to go somewhere in South-East Asia for about a month. Over 30 days to be precise.I've done this before, spending the time at a cheap hotel in Hanoi. I didn't really like being caught up in the tourist things and so the time ...
@terryball2009I sent you a Private Message with building address and phone number. Read More
more than 30 days in Thailand or Laos by 1wabit1
I live in China and want to go somewhere in South-East Asia for about a month. Over 30 days to be precise.I've done this before, spending the time at a cheap hotel in Hanoi. I didn't really like being caught up in the tourist things and so the time ...
For a number of years, Thailand has been very popular for the yearly Snowbirds, or winter tourists to stay for a couple of months during the worst of winter. Many of the smaller rental hotel-apartments-condos are set up with this in mind. The ... Read More
Visa and Multiple entry travel by kdonn123
IF I HAVE a marriage Visa or Retirement visa can i travel in and out of country , Multi entry ??
I can't speak to the "Marriage" VISA...but you will need an additional Multi-entry stamp (TM-08) if you plan to leave the country while on a 1 year "Retirement" visa. If I'm not mistaken (please correct me if I'm wrong) there are two options, a one ... Read More
Travel alert in Thailand by GuestPoster371
I just read this on an Australian 'Smart traveler' website..."Exercise a high degree of caution to Thailand overall due to the risk of civil unrest and the threat of terrorism, including in Bangkok and Phuket. Higher levels apply in some areas"Is ...
@Leeds forever!Hmmm...So if a bomb, gunshot, or a Firecracker was to go off (south, north, east, west)...and someone was injured...are you saying the the current Thai PM wouldn't be on the horn to assure the world that all is good in the Land of ... Read More
Travel alert in Thailand by GuestPoster371
I just read this on an Australian 'Smart traveler' website..."Exercise a high degree of caution to Thailand overall due to the risk of civil unrest and the threat of terrorism, including in Bangkok and Phuket. Higher levels apply in some areas"Is ...
@Leeds forever!If the intent is to spread, or focus more world attention to the current Israel - Gaza conflict as a rallying cry, or press the Thai gov't on issues in the Southern provinces, then yes. This Xmas season might be on the list. Again, ... Read More
Travel alert in Thailand by GuestPoster371
I just read this on an Australian 'Smart traveler' website..."Exercise a high degree of caution to Thailand overall due to the risk of civil unrest and the threat of terrorism, including in Bangkok and Phuket. Higher levels apply in some areas"Is ...
There was a Church bombing in the RP on Sunday, and Isreal - Gaza situation. Possible...maybe. Likely...low. Read More
Agent fees to find tenants by lvideau
Hi,Are all agents in Chiang Mai demanding more than one time fee (yearly fees of about 10% of the rent) to find tenants who might rent my apartment more than one year? Thanks
@Leeds forever!I agreed it's almost a requirement to have agents available-manage a large property market. I used one, and as Renter...is was helpful. Too be honest I was expecting you to reply back "why are you throwing your money away on Agent ... Read More
Key things a US Expat should know about living in Thailand by AJ2024
Hello everyone. Seriously considering moving to Thailand in about 5 years or so. For now just really gathering information. I've been to Thailand a couple of times but that was just as a tourist. Been to Bangkok, Phi Phi, Phuket, ...
@AJ2024.I spent a total of 7 years "haze gray and underway" home ported out of Yokosuka JA. Many a night I stopped at 7-11 / Lawson on the way home. I joined the USN to see the world, I caught the bug, and I'm still doing it. I brought up the 1st ... Read More
Key things a US Expat should know about living in Thailand by AJ2024
Hello everyone. Seriously considering moving to Thailand in about 5 years or so. For now just really gathering information. I've been to Thailand a couple of times but that was just as a tourist. Been to Bangkok, Phi Phi, Phuket, ...
Let me 1st say...that I've never been to Spain or Portugal, but based on internet pictures and articles... Would someone who is looking for a European or 1st world - Western Experience... would that person appreciate a "Thailand or 3rd-2nd world" ... Read More
VA FMP for service connected Medical issues by Techmo
Are there any US Vets here that has the use the VA FMP program
Although I haven't used it specifically for Thailand... I've used in the past in RP and MY. If you have questions, ask here, or PM me. Read More