@Laughing Brook
American expat in Thailand
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Lives in Chiang Mai
Registration: 30 March 2012
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Cambodia---Permanent Residency
It was suggested, kindly, somewhere on this site, that permanent residency may be gained after 5 years temporary residency. Anyone have any experience with this? Interested in procedures, any limitations, etc., and if this can lead to citizenship. ... Read More
Looking for Expat Doctor in Thailand by suwanna
Are there any expat doctors in Thailand?
Dr. Nick Walters (MD), gp and tropical medicine, Mission Hospital, BKK. Excellent! Read More
Can a visitors visa be extended easily from the 21 days? by dkcape
For some time now i have been wanting to visit the Philippines and plan to come in early 2013.We are i believe,allowed to stay 21 days without applying for a visa,which will not be enough time for me as would like to spend longer than that ...
So, 21 days, then 38 day extension-----how many times can you do repeat his second step? My research indicated I would have to put $10K in the bank to stay long-time. I need an alternative. Thank you. Read More
Spanish Chinese couple looking for a job by daniman
Hi Everybody, We are a couple looking for a job in Thailand. Now I would like to let you know a little bit about us . Her name is Li he .She is Chinese. She is 35 years old . She is a web page designer. She speaks Chinese, English and Spanish. Now ...
I do not know of individual jobs personally, but you might check ajarn.com, and also the classified section of the Bangkok Post newspaper. Read More
Where is the best place to live in Thailand for rent, safety ect? by kpearson
My family and I want to move over to Thailand and I don't know what part is best? We have 3 small kids. Ages 6,5, and 1.5 years old. any help would be great. thanks
There are respectable women in BKK and Chiang Mai in my experience, available for marriage, but they will not be found often in the bars. Try serendipity. Life will bring you what you need (not necessarily what you want.) Whereas in the west ... Read More
required income for Cambodia by timvv
I plan to move to Cambodia in the next year and will be living on a modest retirement of just over $2000 per month. Having no nest egg in savings will that monthly income meet requirement for income that the government sets?
Thank you, Rob....and Dosolto, and all who contribute. Read More
required income for Cambodia by timvv
I plan to move to Cambodia in the next year and will be living on a modest retirement of just over $2000 per month. Having no nest egg in savings will that monthly income meet requirement for income that the government sets?
Reading thru these posts,I conclude, regarding the expense of medical insurance, that it is not a legal requirement for remaining in the country, business visa or whatever. Correct? If correct, then the advice above for medical insurance ... Read More
All the necessary Information about VIsas by LuisF
THAILAND IMMIGRATION, WORK PERMIT, RESIDENCY & SPONSORSHIP Before we delve any deeper, there are several key points to constantly keep in mind regarding immigration and work permits in Thailand. First, the right to live and the right to work in ...
If you need more info, good site at thaivisa.com (not just visas), and forums to search, or ask questions. Read More
Canadian thinking of moving to Thailand HELP needed!!! by canuck4211
Hello everyone, My name is Vic. I am looking for a drastic change in my life at the moment and am planning to move to Thailand. Recently ive decided that this isn't the life i want and that i am not on this planet to sit in a office and do the ...
Gary, You might look into the Non-Immigrant "O" Visa for purposes of retirement. Info and and more at www.thaivisa.com Read More
Southern Thailand - Is it really not safe? by annekoolit
Hi there! I'm planning to go to Southern Thailand - probably Phuket. Or any nice place near Malaysia. I will come from Malaysia via bus. However, I'm a bit hesitant as I read some info on the net that it isn't that safe in 4 Southern Thailand ...
Anne, thank you. You made my day by canceling your plans.If you need further confirmation of your good choice, see the travel advisories of the American and Australian governments. Reporting from Thailand, Laughing Brook Read More
Retiring in Thailand by Beamer1234
Hey guys. My wife and I are interested in the possibilities of living in CM. You all sound like you have some solid info. We are not wealthy people but have decent monthly retirement income. We'd like to live for under $2000/mo. That should ...
The retirement monies can be in a Thai bank, or simply monthly income, or combination of the two. No need to leave the country for visa purposes. Check to see if one of you could be a "dependent" of the other (no second money ... Read More
Hello Santiago! by JoFranchuteas@
Buenos días, I'm José, I'm 25 and I come from France. I live since few months in Santiago. I would be happy to meet people who are in the same situation as me to go out and exchange over our experiences. Hope that ExpatBlog could help me! Que ...
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ESL jobs in Cambodia, S.E. Asia, or elsewhere by ErinErin
Hi everyone, I am a college student about to finish an associates degree and planning to finish up my bachelors in English as soon as money permits. Afterwards I plan to get a TEFL certificate and hopefully do some ESL teaching. My goal is to teach ...
Erin, you could even take a basic TEFL course as part of a Master's degree in T EFL, or at least get graduate credit, depending upon whom you study with. Read More
Visas for moving to Thailand by ErinRiger
We are under 50 years old and would like to retire to Thailand. We are confused about the Visa situation and whether we will be able to move there. Can anyone help?
My understanding is that the student visa requires only a minimum of 4 hours per week.. Many expats study Thai here, and can do so, for multiple years. You can study other subjects, too. Read More
SEEKING ADVISE RE; DEPOSIT U.S. SS CKS INTO BANK, PHILS. by blvdbum7
AS I MAKE PREPARATIONS TO MOVE TO PHILS. AM WANTING SUGGESTIONS WHAT OTHERS HAVE BEEN ABLE TO DO. I'M HOPING ONCE THERE TO OPEN BANK ACCT, THEN INFORM U.S. SS WHERE TO SEND MONTHLY DEPOSIT. SO, WILL IT FLY, OR WHAT IS FOUND BEST WAY FOR THIS. THNKS ...
One way to do it (here in TH) is to have it direct deposited in home bank, and then use ATM card (at a safe location) Read More