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Mikebkk17

Mikebkk17

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American looking for information about Thailand

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10

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American

Speaks English Hindi Telugu Tamil Kannada

Registration: 08 July 2017

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Mikebkk17 replied to a thread
7 years ago
LuisF

List of Prohibited Jobs for westerners in Thailand by LuisF

For all those who are keen on working in Thailand, be aware that there is a list of jobs were, you, as a westerner will not be able to get a work permit. The List is taken from The Thai Labor Department Website -http://www.mol.go.th/- 1.- Labour ...

Mikebkk17

Foreigners can bring a good perspective about where Thai citizens are in comparison to global competition I believe. Read More

Mikebkk17 replied to a thread
7 years ago
LuisF

List of Prohibited Jobs for westerners in Thailand by LuisF

For all those who are keen on working in Thailand, be aware that there is a list of jobs were, you, as a westerner will not be able to get a work permit. The List is taken from The Thai Labor Department Website -http://www.mol.go.th/- 1.- Labour ...

Mikebkk17

Louis, Thanks for the list. Dog gone, you mean I cannot make rice paper, Alms bowl, Thai dolls and Buddha images !!!! What was I thinking. My retirement dream is gone !!!! LOL. But on a serious note, teaching is not on the list. Does that mean ... Read More

Mikebkk17 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Mikebkk17

US CITIZENS AND RECOGNITION OF DEGREES AND WORK EXPERIENCE by Mikebkk17

Hi All, Thanks for this great resource and for the moderator taking time to maintain. My Brief background is as follows : 1. I am in mid 50's and am interested in relocating to Thailand. 2. I am a US Citizen. 3. My Mechanical engineering ...

Mikebkk17

Villagefarang, Thanks for your response. I am much like you as far as working for someone is concerned. Cannot and unable to work for someone and have them write PR every year ... ooo, no way !!! ;-) But I would like to start a education business. ... Read More

Mikebkk17 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Mikebkk17

US CITIZENS AND RECOGNITION OF DEGREES AND WORK EXPERIENCE by Mikebkk17

Hi All, Thanks for this great resource and for the moderator taking time to maintain. My Brief background is as follows : 1. I am in mid 50's and am interested in relocating to Thailand. 2. I am a US Citizen. 3. My Mechanical engineering ...

Mikebkk17

Bill Kip, Thank you for your detailed write up. Really appreciate your thoughtful response. While I am excited about the opportunity that Thailand offers, I am worried about long term situation. Without any social support structure and completely ... Read More

Mikebkk17 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here – June to December 2017 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Thailand forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

Mikebkk17

Hi RD: Thanks for your reply. If you can get that list, I would really appreciate. Also, I would need help in running the set up. If you are interested we can join our efforts. Regards, Mike. Read More

Mikebkk17 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here – June to December 2017 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Thailand forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

Mikebkk17

Goodluck. I thought foreigners are not allowed to do work. Is business any different? If so, can we start a teaching business? Read More

Mikebkk17 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Mikebkk17

US CITIZENS AND RECOGNITION OF DEGREES AND WORK EXPERIENCE by Mikebkk17

Hi All, Thanks for this great resource and for the moderator taking time to maintain. My Brief background is as follows : 1. I am in mid 50's and am interested in relocating to Thailand. 2. I am a US Citizen. 3. My Mechanical engineering ...

Mikebkk17

Hi Bill, I agree with you. It's their country and we are foreigners. Even with all restrictions, in US foreigners can contribute a lot. This blanket restriction in Thailand, is bad for Thais themselves. If we are not able to learn from others ... Read More

Mikebkk17 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Mikebkk17

US CITIZENS AND RECOGNITION OF DEGREES AND WORK EXPERIENCE by Mikebkk17

Hi All, Thanks for this great resource and for the moderator taking time to maintain. My Brief background is as follows : 1. I am in mid 50's and am interested in relocating to Thailand. 2. I am a US Citizen. 3. My Mechanical engineering ...

Mikebkk17

Thank you very much for your reply. I have read several messages where they warn about Thai authorities. I thought Thai culture is very friendly. From all the warnings, it appears like foreigners are second rate citizens. The knowledge and the ... Read More

Mikebkk17 created a thread
7 years ago

US CITIZENS AND RECOGNITION OF DEGREES AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Hi All, Thanks for this great resource and for the moderator taking time to maintain. My Brief background is as follows : 1. I am in mid 50's and am interested in relocating to Thailand. 2. I am a US Citizen. 3. My Mechanical engineering ... Read More

Mikebkk17 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here – June to December 2017 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Thailand forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

Mikebkk17

Hi, I am very much interested in moving to Bangkok. I am currently going thru a messy divorce. Want a fresh start. I have no idea where to live, what are things I need to do, are US citizens allowed to stay there indefinitely, which area to live ... Read More