Bill HERON
Active memberAustralian expat in Thailand
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Registration: 14 November 2012
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Uk disqualified driver. by Coostie-tightner
Hi all, quick question. Im a disqualified driver in uk. Not my fault. So no judgement please. I am moving to Thailand soon. Would I be able to start afresh in Thailand and obtain a Thai licence? Not exchange, but start from scratch. Thanks in ...
Steve: If you DO NOT tell the Thai authorities of your overseas driving record. Then do your test and document check, here in Thailand, then there will be no problem..BH Read More
New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
Originally from Australia Read More
New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
Julian: Where are you from? Read More
Moving to Thailand by RoyHefti
Dear members, I am strongly considering to Thailand. Of course there is a lot to sort out. Visa/homes/insurances/taxes/work. I am 55 year old so I could go for retirement visa but I don’t want to sit at home all days. So my first interest ...
To confirm what has been said; Jaycee is pretty correct. Just remember that if you want to teach English in a Thai University, you must have a masters degree in either Arts or Education Read More
Lawyer for will by MKeil52
Looking for a lawyer in Jontiem to do last will and testament. Any suggestions
to Mick2206: I can recommend the following: Siam Legal International at Sukhumvit. Ring the principal lawyer- Khun Meng@ 0897875775- tell him Bill from Australia referred you....yes he does speak English. Reliable and reasonably priced...cheers Read More
Will Retirement Visa's granted March 2020 permit the Expat to Return? by redoubt
During March 2020 I was granted a Retirement Visa, with an expiration date of March 2021. On July 1, 2020, I had to fly to the USA. I wish to return to my new family in the Isaan Region, and I just do not know if during the Pandemic this is even ...
Robin: As long as you have a re-entry visa and you are prepared to quarantine for two weeks in Thailand then you can enter any time up to March 2021. After that date you will need to get a visa from your nearest Thai Embassy/Consulate. Read More
Thai Elite Visa looking more appealing to me by Twodogs100
Hi All; Like many, I have been researching Long Stay Visa options (post COVID), plus many other things Re: moving to Thailand (from Australia). Firstly the new Special Tourist Visa looks like a flop - it may improve post COVID, time will tell. The ...
Again I am following the herd. Petermok et al have said it all. I confirm Read More
Lawyer for will by MKeil52
Looking for a lawyer in Jontiem to do last will and testament. Any suggestions
BlackJack is "on the money here". For a start: who is going to translate it into Thai? Can you trust it to be an accurate translation?...regards Bill Read More
Lawyer for will by MKeil52
Looking for a lawyer in Jontiem to do last will and testament. Any suggestions
Not in Jomtien: but know one in Bangkok...Bill Read More
Thai Elite Visa looking more appealing to me by Twodogs100
Hi All; Like many, I have been researching Long Stay Visa options (post COVID), plus many other things Re: moving to Thailand (from Australia). Firstly the new Special Tourist Visa looks like a flop - it may improve post COVID, time will tell. The ...
No Paul, you have not missed anything. However to be sure,may I recommend contacting a migration lawyer in Thailand before you start. If you so decide, then I can give you some advice...Bill Read More
Moving to Thailand by Guest234878
Good morning from Alaska. I am 1 year from retirement and I have a Thai lady friend from north east Thailand. We are looking at places to move to that will allow me to retire quietly and provide her a location for her to open a small shop. I am ...
Nemodot is......spot on. As you are obviously not a member of the white mice club, I recommend that you venture very coutiously into your new planned life in Thailand..regards Sunny Read More
New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 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 ...
Bill and Sunny: Working from Bangkok Read More
Expired visa, overstays etc by lcosini
Anyone knows anything pertaining to the 1 month tourist visas given when entering Thailand? Because of the lockdown, many are stranded with expired visas and overstayed. Is the government going to impose unreasonable fines and penalties or instead ...
Stray dog is right: Anyone caught in Thailand by Covd-19 has until 31/07/2020 as a "right of stay" or amnesty. No penalties will apply up to then...Bill Read More
starting business in thailand by georges.gerges
Dear Friends, please could i have some help regarding starting business in thailand , what should i do and from where to start , or if you can lead me to someone as partner or lawyer and what is the best idea of business to start in ...
Welcome Georges: I agree with Stumpy's advice. Personally I have found "Siam Legal International" a good choice for this kind of help...cheers Sunny Read More
Who Knows When I'll Be Allowed to Enter Thailand? by SonofBaraka
No one, except Prayut and he's not talking. I can live with a 24-day quarantine, provided that I can spend it in Pattaya. I can produce the medical certificate and probably can meet the insurance benefit requirement, but when will planes be able ...
It sounds like you should get an immigration lawyer to help Read More