Barry Taylor
@barrytaylor
South African expat in Thailand
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About me
South African
Speaks Afrikaans. English, Both Fluent
Registration: 07 July 2014
Legal services in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Legal services can be a headache when you don't have the relevant and necessary information, especially upon moving to a new country. Please share some tips regarding legal services in Thailand. What types of legal services might an ...
Because any person with a smattering of English and knowing how to use Google can save 3900 B and enjoy a meal The principal of it to pay another person to do something that you can do yourselfI have some legal background and it was simple to draw ... Read More
Legal services in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Legal services can be a headache when you don't have the relevant and necessary information, especially upon moving to a new country. Please share some tips regarding legal services in Thailand. What types of legal services might an ...
@Sebastien H. BrousseauThank you for the infoI drew up my own will, and no need to pay any Thai lawyer for a willThere are also many pro forma wills on the internet even in Thai Read More
British bought TV and dvd players by simonbolton79
Hi Am moving to Thailand in 2026. I have some really good electrical equipment, ie Tv's, DVD Players, Blu Ray Players, Cinema Surround Systems, Hii Fi Separates. My question is, will these play OK in Thailand?? I know I'll have to plug them in via ...
@simonbolton79Just check your voltage if you are going to live in rural Thailand I live in a rural village and when I checked teh voltage upon my arrival it was between 140 and 190 never 220The problem is that your TV amp etc do not receive enough ... Read More
Waste Management in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in Thailand, waste management can often pose challenges and requires an understanding of local standards and regulations. Understanding local practices is essential for environmental compliance and seamless integration ...
@pelesiamsmile As you are well aware my dear ladySuch a matter as Law enforcement in Thailand does not exist and that is the crux of the matterThailand has sufficient laws no new laws have to be implemented. It is the total lack of any law ... Read More
Waste Management in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in Thailand, waste management can often pose challenges and requires an understanding of local standards and regulations. Understanding local practices is essential for environmental compliance and seamless integration ...
@martinoo2002 I tend to beleive these figures if I see the amount of trucks motorcycles and even people with bicycles selling at the large waste collectorsYou see these trucks daily on the road with these huge bags of waste travelling on the ... Read More
Waste Management in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in Thailand, waste management can often pose challenges and requires an understanding of local standards and regulations. Understanding local practices is essential for environmental compliance and seamless integration ...
@pelesiamsmile Thank you for your kind reply but my experience is that when you contact any Thai Government office you never receive reply not even an acknowledgement of your mail.I will now for sure contact the government dept you mention in your ... Read More
Waste Management in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in Thailand, waste management can often pose challenges and requires an understanding of local standards and regulations. Understanding local practices is essential for environmental compliance and seamless integration ...
Why does this lady and her daughter then collect all the waste in the form of Bottles ,plastic bottles cardboard etc and sell it at the waste collector in our village Why do iIalso see the one person at the one garage ... Read More
Waste Management in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in Thailand, waste management can often pose challenges and requires an understanding of local standards and regulations. Understanding local practices is essential for environmental compliance and seamless integration ...
I understand your frustration completely and have great sympathy for youI cannot handle teh plastic lying around the same on the beachesWe are spoiled here as the Tessaban collects garbage twice a week for a ridiculous fee of 10 Baht per ... Read More
Waste Management in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in Thailand, waste management can often pose challenges and requires an understanding of local standards and regulations. Understanding local practices is essential for environmental compliance and seamless integration ...
I live in a small village in Prachin Buri near 304 Industrialin our village there are several people who drive around on bicycles and one or two on motorbikes with the normal sidecar collecting bottles ,cans and other larger pieces of scrap. so ... Read More
Building a house in Thailand by Ralf Bachmann
@Julien Hello, I am not really new to Thailand, I came to Thailand for retirement 3 years ago. In 2021 i build a home in a rural surroundings together with my girlfriend. I made up a lot experience with anything that is related from buying a piece ...
Hi RalfWhat a lovely gallery of photosYou are a perfectionistJust some advice get yourself Grafted Durian trees they bear much fasterYou need two cultivars for cross pollination for good fruit bearing trees the same with avos bear much faster. Get ... Read More
Building a house in Thailand by Ralf Bachmann
@Julien Hello, I am not really new to Thailand, I came to Thailand for retirement 3 years ago. In 2021 i build a home in a rural surroundings together with my girlfriend. I made up a lot experience with anything that is related from buying a piece ...
@Leeds forever!Depends on the wife or GF. Anything can happen but I am anything but naive .I have been around my whole life investigating crime as a detective for 52 years and by this time i have a feeling for people Anyhow ... Read More
What to do with household goods? by SCOMPL
I am considering expatriating to Thailand, and I am curious what others have done with their household goods prior to making the move. Did you hire an international shipping company and send everything to Thailand?I am not particularly attached to ...
To cut is shortGet rid of everythingWhen I decided to move to Thailand in 2013 I gave all my furniture even new clothes to my daughters to get rid of and arrived here with a 20 kg suitcase with clothing in Bought a four bedroom house and then ... Read More
Building a house in Thailand by Ralf Bachmann
@Julien Hello, I am not really new to Thailand, I came to Thailand for retirement 3 years ago. In 2021 i build a home in a rural surroundings together with my girlfriend. I made up a lot experience with anything that is related from buying a piece ...
People here always have something to say re Land can only be in GF nameThis is a myth and also if you two are really happy does it matterThe negative always seems to come out in comments re Thailand and in ten years i have just enjoyed my time ... Read More
Adapting to the pace of life in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move to Thailand, you may find that the pace of life is different from what you're used to. Shop opening times, working hours, sleep cycles and variations in sunlight can all have an effect on your life in Thailand as an ...
@Connection60You made one mistake I agree with you re Mother Theresa and the others but Nelson Mandela was a criminal out and out and no forgiver. He was a communist bent on destroying SA and has now achieved this with his legacy.How do I know ... Read More
Adapting to the pace of life in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move to Thailand, you may find that the pace of life is different from what you're used to. Shop opening times, working hours, sleep cycles and variations in sunlight can all have an effect on your life in Thailand as an ...
@Connection60 I just hope and wish for you that all your dreams come trueYou are a wonderful person to at this age still want to have an adventurous lifeThis is the way to live not sit at home and mope about life and wonder when you are going to ... Read More
Adapting to the pace of life in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move to Thailand, you may find that the pace of life is different from what you're used to. Shop opening times, working hours, sleep cycles and variations in sunlight can all have an effect on your life in Thailand as an ...
@Connection60 Firstly I would try not to create such a situation and when i was in teh bush war there were no electronic devices at all except a radio Secondly why would I want to go such areas. I have lived my whole live without electronic devices ... Read More
Adapting to the pace of life in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move to Thailand, you may find that the pace of life is different from what you're used to. Shop opening times, working hours, sleep cycles and variations in sunlight can all have an effect on your life in Thailand as an ...
@Connection60As said I have survived in Bush war situations have youI live on a farm in the bundus. I am the only Farang and near me in a village of 4500 peopleI have survived in the bush with no water and food for seven days.There is ... Read More
Adapting to the pace of life in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move to Thailand, you may find that the pace of life is different from what you're used to. Shop opening times, working hours, sleep cycles and variations in sunlight can all have an effect on your life in Thailand as an ...
@Connection60Please doI agree what you write about ThailandI have had a very action filled life up tot the age of 70 when i moved to Thailand in Jan 14 I have not travelled much in Thailand but have been up from the North to PhuketNow I live in ... Read More
Adapting to the pace of life in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move to Thailand, you may find that the pace of life is different from what you're used to. Shop opening times, working hours, sleep cycles and variations in sunlight can all have an effect on your life in Thailand as an ...
@smartoil1419It took me four years to accept the Thai way of life and I just live with it sometimes to my great frustration Read More
Adapting to the pace of life in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move to Thailand, you may find that the pace of life is different from what you're used to. Shop opening times, working hours, sleep cycles and variations in sunlight can all have an effect on your life in Thailand as an ...
@thailand4me Excellent commentThe best I have ever seen re Thailand Read More
Buy a property to live in Isaan and rent spare rooms? by Pabsonline
Hi everyone! It has been my dream for decades to live in Thailand and now that I am 52 I am considering to move to Isaan. The problem is that I have no pension or regular money coming into my bank account, just saves. So the only way I could think ...
@PabsonlineHave you been successful in your venture to come and live in Thailand Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to ...
@Vate Are you still living in Thailand and upset with life Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to ...
Depends where the women grew up and what their exposure was to the outside world.My wife has a four year degree abut lived her whole life in a small village and she is sixty I just do not understand how men can date these kids who they meet in a ... Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to ...
@Vate Are you still living in Thailand or have you moved on. Read More
Best cities around the shore by richardnathan654
Hi i am Richard from u.k i am looking to settle in Thailand is there anyone who can suggest me best cities around the shore?
The best city or village is the one you like after you have come to have a look and travelled the country's shoreline Read More
Retiring in Thailand
I was never in the miltary but fought on the border during the border wars as I was in the cops for 17 years and an officer I admire your country and have been there many times the last time in 2018 I was offered employment there also All my ... Read More
Retiring in Thailand
There you are 100% correct This is why I live in peace and quiet here . Can never vote and just enjoy life The people of today are not loyal to their governments and countries like 80 years ago. The I in their lives is all that matters to most My ... Read More
Retiring in Thailand
I am not a US neither a British citizen My country has over 5 million migrants who are all also asking for grants etc. They are also a burden on the country and many thousands have turned to criminal enterprises. I worked for every brass farthing as ... Read More
Retiring in Thailand
Many times people are called racists when they state facts You are correct when you say these migrants receive everything free and the veterans live on the streets. Why must migrants ,immigrants people coming over the border from Mexico be ... Read More
Is 1 million Thai baht too much for Sin sod Thailand by Dazzling Racoon
Hi friends, I’ll explain my circumstance and appreciate any constructive advice. Try not to judge me too much or tear me apart if you do. I’ve done my research on the topic and understand the sliding scale on expected sin sod ie. 100k - ...
The family or father is taking you for a ride I live in rural Thailand and the family of my wife did not want a Baht Sinsod It is an old tradition from the previous the1800 where the groom gave a buffalow or ten cows for sinsod It is like buying a ... Read More
Retiring in Thailand
I totally agree with you and you are not moaning Facts are not moaning. Life is to precious and short to be unhappy I see and read everyday how the Western World is changing to give the Muslims and migrants all the rights and the local citizens ... Read More
How to get a hydrology report for an area in Surin? by melmalinowski
We drilled a well at our home in Surin about 132 feet deep. We get about 500 liters per hour from it, very hard water, and a bit salty. We use it for irrigation and bathing, but don't drink it. We drilled a similar well out at our family rice ...
I have a borehole which gives me about seven Thousand liters an hour The borehole has been on the property for twenty years and is 75 feet deep I have a submersible pump and not a surface pumps as the Thais like to instal I tried to get the water ... Read More
How to get a hydrology report for an area in Surin? by melmalinowski
We drilled a well at our home in Surin about 132 feet deep. We get about 500 liters per hour from it, very hard water, and a bit salty. We use it for irrigation and bathing, but don't drink it. We drilled a similar well out at our family rice ...
A geologist is the best bet One who knows the area and the rock formations. I am sure the Government has geologists right through Thailand. Maybe phone a university and ask the Geology dept if they can assist. Read More
Buy a property to live in Isaan and rent spare rooms? by Pabsonline
Hi everyone! It has been my dream for decades to live in Thailand and now that I am 52 I am considering to move to Isaan. The problem is that I have no pension or regular money coming into my bank account, just saves. So the only way I could think ...
Hi pabs Firstly the people all all very clever and mention a lot of irrelevant matters If you have 135 K pounds you can buy a house in the rural areas for less than one million Baht and here are many for sale at that price I have seen houses for ... Read More
Buy a property to live in Isaan and rent spare rooms? by Pabsonline
Hi everyone! It has been my dream for decades to live in Thailand and now that I am 52 I am considering to move to Isaan. The problem is that I have no pension or regular money coming into my bank account, just saves. So the only way I could think ...
I would like to comment that i would like to recommend to you to go to Vietnam It is in my opinion a much better place to live and also has an economy that is growing much faster than Thailand. I have been there twice for a few weeks and i beleive ... Read More
Expatriation to Thailand: border updates by Cheryl
Hello everyone, in Thailand as elsewhere, the current pandemic has changed our way of life but also our mobility, due to the state of borders of nearby countries or countries we wanted to visit. Today we would like to take stock of the current ...
I arrived in Thailand a short while before the lockdown started but a friend of mine who was also in South Africa did not make it back and it took her to the middle of August to return and then 14 days quarantine in a Hotel. The plane ticket cost ... Read More
Adopting a pet in Thailand by Loïc
Hello, Are you a dog or a cat person? A pet can add life to a home and make an ideal travel companion during your expatriation in Thailand. However, formalities or regulations might put you off traveling with your pet making adoption a better ...
I can mention that you may import any dog or cat to Thailand and there is no quarantine period as long as the local Government Vet in your country certifies the certificate that the Thai Government requires. Go to there website for the regulations A ... Read More
Searching for home builder near Hua Thapon
There are many reliable and good Thai Builders who even deliver pre constructed houses in Thailand from about 350 K THB to any price you obviously would like to pay. My wife and I were watching some of these videos on You Tube a few weeks ago One ... Read More
Affidavit of Residency by melmalinowski
I am married to a Thai woman. We live 6 months a year in the USA, and 3-4 months a year in Thailand at a home we are building in Isaan near her family. I had not realized that an American driver's license in English is no longer acceptable in ...
Here is a relevant section of teh requirements for a drivers licence But since there is a risk of not being covered by insurance, you may want to get an International Driving Permit (an IDP, from your local automobile association). If you are in ... Read More
Affidavit of Residency by melmalinowski
I am married to a Thai woman. We live 6 months a year in the USA, and 3-4 months a year in Thailand at a home we are building in Isaan near her family. I had not realized that an American driver's license in English is no longer acceptable in ...
When I arrived in Thailand I had my South African licence which was valid for teh next three years I had my car here insured and the insurance company informed me that my SA licence covered any insurance in Thailand. I had it in writing When my ... Read More
Cost for renting a house ? by GregBmad
Hi all ! We are a family with 2 children (6 and 9) and are planning to move to Thailand next september for a year. We are still searching our ideal place, in the country side/village. To make sure our project is feasible, we are trying to find ...
I agree with my namesake 100% and be careful of Estate agents and also re the payment of Electricity and water. Pay directly to the supplier as many owners add up to a 100% fee to the price Your water should be around 5 THB per kiloliter and ... Read More
Expat interest in politics in Thailand by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in Thailand is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in the ...
I have found the less the people know about you the less problems you have I have just been to obtain a re-entry Visa and all I can say is that I have just had excellent treatment and service from my Immigration office I have been using for 6 ... Read More
Expat interest in politics in Thailand by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in Thailand is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in the ...
I will never vote again in my country as it is going down the tube and will in due course be like zimbabwe sad but true and it is too much of a schlep to go to the Embassy to register and then again to vote In Thailand I do not get involved in ... Read More
Cost for renting a house ? by GregBmad
Hi all ! We are a family with 2 children (6 and 9) and are planning to move to Thailand next september for a year. We are still searching our ideal place, in the country side/village. To make sure our project is feasible, we are trying to find ...
Hi Greg Here is a web of Bangkok Post https://www.bangkokpost.com/ They have many adverts and there is also Thai Visa newsletter which has many adverts "Never done" has the best advice for you. Just to give you an idea Electricity is ... Read More
Organic products in Thailand by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As a consumer in Thailand, you may seek to maintain a healthy lifestyle by choosing mostly organic products. If you do favour such products, we would like to know more about your consumption habits. Is it easy to find organic ...
Here is a very interesting article in National ... Read More
Organic products in Thailand by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As a consumer in Thailand, you may seek to maintain a healthy lifestyle by choosing mostly organic products. If you do favour such products, we would like to know more about your consumption habits. Is it easy to find organic ...
I have actually been reading all I can re Roundup I have been using it from about 1978 Now one person in the US has a successful case against Monsanto re Hodgkins and was awarded millions I know and I see in Thailand how these farmers use pesticides ... Read More
Organic products in Thailand by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As a consumer in Thailand, you may seek to maintain a healthy lifestyle by choosing mostly organic products. If you do favour such products, we would like to know more about your consumption habits. Is it easy to find organic ...
I have never been a believer in organic food being healthier. I saw a program a few years ago on the BBC where it was proven there was no difference between the nutritional value of the two kinds of food.Made of organic and non organic food bought ... Read More
Reading habits in Thailand by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Books can be your greatest companions whether you have already settled in Thailand or are now planning your move. Are you an avid or occasional reader? We would like to know more about your reading habits. What type of reading ...
I have been reading a lot my whole life at least a hundred books a year and I have been reading much more since I retired .I started reading when I was 9 years old due to no tv no good radio reception and hardly any movies Either played outside or ... Read More
Payment methods in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Once youre settled in Thailand, you will need to make some basic purchases, like groceries or pay bills. Hence, it is essential to know the payment methods available in your host country. Which are the most common payment ...
Sorry Only saw the question now I have not ordered anything from Amazon for years Used to in my previous country Now use Lazada and Aliexpress for small things have never paid any tax I only use Amazon for my kindle books Cheers Barry Read More
Payment methods in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Once youre settled in Thailand, you will need to make some basic purchases, like groceries or pay bills. Hence, it is essential to know the payment methods available in your host country. Which are the most common payment ...
I live in a small village My water bill arrives usually at about 06.30 in the morning when two young ladies from Tessaban knock on the door and want the huge amount of between 150 to 200 Baht for debt owed to the Tessaban. Either my partner or I ... Read More
TM 30 form, what do you think? by Anne-Lise Mty
Hello everyone, I hope you are all well. Have you heard of the expat petition regarding the TM 30 form? We have just written a piece on the matter and would love to hear what you think of the enforcement of this section of the 1979 and the petition ...
When my partner and I went to immigration a few years ago to report on the TM30 The guy asked us if we had moved house and we said no. He then informed us that we need never report again unless we move house. When i do my 90 day they are always just ... Read More
Mandatory health insurance for retirees by WordExpert
Apparently this formidable additional expense will come into effect in July (2019). To be processed at the time of applying for a one-year visa. Looking at the "approved" health insurance providers, premiums will quickly escalate from ...
As I have said Wait for the Official proclamation from the Government. I have found that all the rumours just create panic and bad feelings against Immigration and the Thais. Here in Thailand rumours are part of many people lives especially some of ... Read More
Finding the little things, like knobs. by Steve Sarich
I've lived in Chiang Mai for about 9 months now, and I'm really enjoying my new home here in Thailand. That said, there's a lot of little things that can get annoying, especially if you haven't learned to speak Thai. I found that ...
I live in a small village about 4000 people and it has about seven hardware stores With my brilliant knowledge of Thai language ha ha can never get them to understand what I want so if my wife does not accompany and speak and explain to them what I ... Read More
Mandatory health insurance for retirees by WordExpert
Apparently this formidable additional expense will come into effect in July (2019). To be processed at the time of applying for a one-year visa. Looking at the "approved" health insurance providers, premiums will quickly escalate from ...
As said by Steve wait and see I am am not too concerned. I have several friends who will never be able to afford Health Insurance here at their age but two have wifes who can cover them with cash payments of up to 2 million Baht. Read More
Mandatory health insurance for retirees by WordExpert
Apparently this formidable additional expense will come into effect in July (2019). To be processed at the time of applying for a one-year visa. Looking at the "approved" health insurance providers, premiums will quickly escalate from ...
I am from sa. Will see what the regulations say when promulgated Read More
Mandatory health insurance for retirees by WordExpert
Apparently this formidable additional expense will come into effect in July (2019). To be processed at the time of applying for a one-year visa. Looking at the "approved" health insurance providers, premiums will quickly escalate from ...
I have medical insurance from my home country which gives me emergency coverage here for eg Heart attack stroke and accident If anything else I need to fly home Had a cancer opp three years ago flew to SA and had the opp there. Same for other non ... Read More
Cost of living 2019 in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As we usually do each year, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
I do not bring any painkillers in at all and only my prescribed as I receive it free on my medical aid in SA Painkillers are plentiful here if I see how the Thais buy them by the blister pack or receive them at the clinics I have never even used ... Read More
Cost of living 2019 in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As we usually do each year, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
I Bought some simvastatin at Boots for about 300 Baht a hundred pills but i have only bought once. They were 10 mg Try the street pharmacies and Boots and the others in the large shopping centres. I use Amloc Blood Pressure pills and I have no idea ... Read More
Cost of living 2019 in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As we usually do each year, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
I collect mine when I visit my children and my daughter collects my monthly amounts from the Pharmacy When I leave SA I may take 3 months medicine in advance so I have enough for a year plus what my daughter has collected I bring my receipts and ... Read More
Cost of living 2019 in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As we usually do each year, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
My col costs have not gone up the last year.I have no house rental as I own the house which I bought and have rights on it for the next 25 years.Been in it for 5 years.Am now 75 and can renew at 100 to 130 if required.Had a stroke 14 years ago so I ... Read More
Holiday food in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, End of year holidays around the world are such an exciting time of the year, with holiday food playing a big part of the traditions and celebrations. What are some traditions surrounding holiday meals in Thailand? Tell us about a few ...
I have only been one Christmas in Thailand and that was last year and we did nothing special.The previous Christmases I have been in my home country with my kids. This year we are going to a Restaurant in near the village where the owner is ... Read More
Sending and receiving packages in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in Thailand? Is the public ...
I have bought many things and have never had a problem and excellent service.I Bought three articles from ebay never arrived.I have sent envelopes parcels etc from Thailand to Vietnam etc no problem I have sent 4 parcels to South Africa and each ... Read More
Working conditions and labour laws in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Working conditions differ across the world, and as a working expat, it is important to know your rights as an employee. Are working conditions standard in Thailand? For instance, are working hours, paid time off, and sick leave ...
These are normal working conditions in any country with proper enforcement of labour laws as we all know.I read them up a while ago and just laughed Where do you see this in Thailand except at the international factories. Like the Traffic act a joke ... Read More
Working conditions and labour laws in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Working conditions differ across the world, and as a working expat, it is important to know your rights as an employee. Are working conditions standard in Thailand? For instance, are working hours, paid time off, and sick leave ...
I have noticed the "look down" effect not only in the Schools but other places as well.Those that "look down" you can see a mile away they feel inferior to you and I do not know the reason why as they have no reason to feel that ... Read More
Working conditions and labour laws in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Working conditions differ across the world, and as a working expat, it is important to know your rights as an employee. Are working conditions standard in Thailand? For instance, are working hours, paid time off, and sick leave ...
I am retired in Thailand and as such may not work This is sad as I feel that I can contribute a lot especially to the younger Thais by giving free English lessons to the many who do not speak English. It would stimulate my life and will assist the ... Read More
Retiring in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Thailand? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
Not at all. But I have insurance in my home country which covers me here for most illnesses. Stroke,heart attack etc I have accident insurance here through AAinsure Huahin teh best in the country as far as i am concerned For eg cancer,hip ... Read More
Retiring in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Thailand? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
Klingon 100% correct The easy and in my opinion the right way.No hassle. I beleive in" kiss" Keep it straight and simple Read More
Parking in Thailand by HappySudawan
Hi everyone I’m coming back again to northern Thailand in a few weeks and this time im going to rent a car in Chiang Rai. Something ive never thought about before is parking. From previous visits, i can’t remember seeing any rules ...
I think you will be fine driving in Thailand Dont get a driver then you can blame nobody for any possible accident Just get a dashcam. Here the roads have side entrances in the bush you cannot see and the mbikes just appear in front of you When you ... Read More
Parking in Thailand by HappySudawan
Hi everyone I’m coming back again to northern Thailand in a few weeks and this time im going to rent a car in Chiang Rai. Something ive never thought about before is parking. From previous visits, i can’t remember seeing any rules ...
I have been driving in Thailand for nearly 5 years and the standard here is atrocious. I have been driving for nearly 58 years and never have an accident though i have done over 3 million KM in my home country as I was taught in the Police to drive ... Read More
Wholsale product in thailand
I agree with Straydog My daughter used to import clothing from Thailand and used these three areas Many more eg China Town for costume jewelry,shoes etc There is one long narrow street in China Town there where the prices are much cheaper than ... Read More
Pets in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Many of us in Thailand have four-legged friends. What about you? Do you have one or more pets? Share your experience with us! What are the formalities to import pets in Thailand? What about pet adoption procedures in the ...
Hi Geraldino Worms and parasites are not a problem if you have your dog regularly dewormed and try and keep him away from these street dogs. I have two which have been dewormed and have their regular injections at one of the local vets.I also ... Read More
Let’s debate this 🤔 by LeighPimi
I will say just one short sentence It’s Farang not Falang 🤔
Farang originates from the Persian word Farang which derives from the Germans who were called Franks by the Persians many moons ago. This was in the time of the Crusades and before which is a bit before my time It was carried over to the East and ... Read More
The nightlife scene in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Having access to a good nightlife scene can be a determining factor for many expats upon choosing their next destination. Tell us more about the nightlife in Thailand. In Thailand, what is the nighlife culture like: is it common for ...
I agree 100% with Village Farang. I have been coming to Thailand since 2001 and have been living here since Feb 2014 I have never been in a club,bar dance-hall or any such entertainment venue and have no intention of ever going to any nor have I ... Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to ...
I do not consider rocking my bed at my age to be the most important As said I have had two very strong women in my home country and led a very interesting life I now want peace and quiet and just a relaxed old age. I have got to know this woman ... Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to ...
I agree with the writings of Vate re the Thai - Expat relationship I have yet to find a Thai with which I can have a deep discussion as they all seem to be shallow and do not have the ability to have discussions outside their sphere of knowledge ... Read More
Legal services in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Legal services can be a headache when you don't have the relevant and necessary information, especially upon moving to a new country. Please share some tips regarding legal services in Thailand. What types of legal services might an ...
Obviously I would prefer an English speaking Lawyer and I am keeping your particulars should i ever need a lawyer Thank You for the kind advice and I do not need a free consultation when it comes to English speaking lawyers Barry Prachin Buri Read More
Legal services in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Legal services can be a headache when you don't have the relevant and necessary information, especially upon moving to a new country. Please share some tips regarding legal services in Thailand. What types of legal services might an ...
I have found to find a good lawyer here is very difficult Even a matter like drawing up a will there is always some excuse why it is so expensive. I am very wary of lawyers here even more than in my home country There are not many Thai lawyers that ... Read More
Making the final move what did you do ? by toohp
So Ive been thinking about moving to Thailand for nearly 2 years now moving over for say 2 years at least ( maybe forever who knows ? ) and last year decided to get the ball rolling and sell off most of my possessions . I still own a property , ...
Hi to all. I read what Barry said that he believes the lady who he has met is not a scammer There are many more honest ladies in Thailand who would be wonderful wifes for Farangs than there are scammers. I met my GF by accident while i was looking ... Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to ...
Loneliness is very relative. You can be lonely in a crowd and never be lonely even if you are alone at home. There have been times when I felt lonely but that has been very far and between in my life of 74 years and I always had a very interesting ... Read More
Real estate agent in Krabi? by Lockyj
Hi, I'll be visiting Krabi next December with an eye towards a possible future move there from Oregon. It will be my second visit, but I was only a tourist the first time. Can anyone recommend a real estate agency that would be able to show me ...
Some honest lawyers were my best friends in SA and aI agree with you there are some good ones as well as estate agents but they are few and far between They all like to work for their own pocket but we are digressing from the subject. I apologise if ... Read More
Real estate agent in Krabi? by Lockyj
Hi, I'll be visiting Krabi next December with an eye towards a possible future move there from Oregon. It will be my second visit, but I was only a tourist the first time. Can anyone recommend a real estate agency that would be able to show me ...
I used to be a Fraud and Forensic investigator and I saw how many people were ripped off by unscrupulous sales people and had no recourse and had to spend thousands on either lawyers,some who ripped them off even further,or just had to accept their ... Read More
Real estate agent in Krabi? by Lockyj
Hi, I'll be visiting Krabi next December with an eye towards a possible future move there from Oregon. It will be my second visit, but I was only a tourist the first time. Can anyone recommend a real estate agency that would be able to show me ...
Because I have no faith in most Estate agents My experience and my job has taught me that most Estate agents only have one client and that is themselves. Read More
Real estate agent in Krabi? by Lockyj
Hi, I'll be visiting Krabi next December with an eye towards a possible future move there from Oregon. It will be my second visit, but I was only a tourist the first time. Can anyone recommend a real estate agency that would be able to show me ...
My experience tells me that you rent a place and then do your own searching for accommodation to buy ,but as said the pitfalls are many.To find a good real estate agent and then a good lawyer is like looking for for a ring on a sandy beach. There ... Read More
Moving to Thailand? Can I do it? by Chillman
26 year old Military veteran, white Latino; understands Spanish/perfect native English. pension of $850 monthly. Certified HVAC technician, earning $41k a year. Looking to live abroad or vacation long term. My interests are working out, ...
I was on a recent flight with Qatar to Cape Town and after the flight had taken off I looked to the back of the plane as I was in one of the front rows and I at first thought I had too much to drink, though I do not drink .In the row behind me ... Read More
How to deal with stress when moving to Thailand by Priscilla
Moving abroad is no easy feat. Everyone has their own ways of dealing with stress, so we invite you to share some insights regarding this topic. What are the main factors that contribute to stress when moving to Thailand (cultural adaptation, ...
My wife driving will increase my stress to close to a stroke She loves to scratch the car and has the typical Thai driving sense She has had about 10 minor accidents in the last three years so no more driving. She admits she is a terrible driver ... Read More
How to deal with stress when moving to Thailand by Priscilla
Moving abroad is no easy feat. Everyone has their own ways of dealing with stress, so we invite you to share some insights regarding this topic. What are the main factors that contribute to stress when moving to Thailand (cultural adaptation, ...
Stress in Thailand is to drive on an open road in the rural areas and a motorbike magically appears on the road from a sugar cane field at the speed of light To relieve this stress have a dashcam and pray to whoever you beleive or dont believe in. I ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Thailand. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
Bill The best reply of summing up Thailand i have ever read Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Thailand. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
I agree Ozzydave and find many people here who are struggling and not only that have been living here trying to find work in their expertise field but due to the laws here cannot. Thailand is losing a lot of expertise due to this and I think ,I ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Thailand. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
All I can say either you have a chip on your shoulder or you have an inferiority complex.You want to indicate the Thais are racist and that is far from the truth. I do not lie and what you experience is your own attitudinal problem. Look in a mirror ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Thailand. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
ARB360 Both these ladies do not have degrees and obtained the positions purely on their capabilities and not due to any other factor.They also do not just have English as their language but both are fluent in English though English is not their ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Thailand. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
Hi ARB360 I would just like you to know that two of my friends who teach here are women of colour and both have good positions at schools .They are not so called whites. One male who teaches here is a white. I beleive a lot depends on your ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Thailand. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
I know of people who do not even have a degree and have only finished High school but have a Celta or TEFL qualification and who are teaching in Bkk earning 55 K a month. I must admit that they come from South Africa which is considered an English ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Thailand. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
I have been here for 4 years and recently was offered a job teaching factory managers English at a language school This would have been for 6 hours per week in the evenings. Wanted to apply for a work permit but all the hoops to jump through for ... Read More
Interesting customs and traditions in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living outside of our home country requires us to adapt to a new culture and different traditions. What are some of the cultural specifics in Thailand? What are some of the traditional beliefs and cultural practices that you ...
The one if you could call it cultural experience which I had a problem accepting in the beginning is when you have any work done at your property and the work is half done and when you query the bad work you are told 80% is good enough. When you ... Read More
Paying bills in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Thailand? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...
I assure you I do not go to the funerals anymore and the ghosts can look after themselves. As for drinking and gambling they know where they stand with me I was told that if you do not contribute for each death nobody will contribute for mine,as if ... Read More
Paying bills in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Thailand? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...
I pay my water bill in cash as I have the wonderful prerogative that the lady from the Tesseban who reads the meter immediately knocks on the front door and demands payment.It is normally the huge amount of 150 to 180 Baht and this is usually at ... Read More
Retiring in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Thailand? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
I did not want to comment on Neveragain but for 30 years Thailand was good enough for him to make a living here and meet a wife. He should be grateful for what Thailand has given him a job a wife and I assume a good time except for the last 3.5 ... Read More
Retiring in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Thailand? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
I have been living in Thailand since Jan 2014 and have found it one great pleasure.There are ups and downs but most downs were created by my own attitude of perfectionism and wanting everything done "Miway" The Thais in the village where ... Read More
How to save money in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you plan your budget before your move to Thailand? If so, how did you go about it? How do you save money in your day to day life? Do you find there are any areas where you can't cut costs? Do you have any tips about ...
I live in n rural area and eat what the Thais eat and enjoy it and most food is also healthier than Western Food.Secondly when I moved in I allowed my GF to do the buying for the house improvement etc as she knows everybody in the village and most ... Read More
Bankok duty free shops prices by Asherkhan
Hi All, Has anyone had any experience of shopping at bankok airport duty free shops? I have purchased a sky viper (quad copter) from bangkok duty free shop, it cost me 4500 baht ($130 USD) almost, when i searched on amazon and other websites to ...
The Duty Free shops at most Airports are one giant ripoff.The only ones I have found reasonable are those at Zurich and Doha. To buy anything at a duty free shop is an absolute waste of money.King Power is the worst and I have been to many Just ... Read More