thailand4me
American expat in Thailand
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Lives in Nonthaburi
Registration: 28 January 2015
Newbie wanting to retire to Thailand by AmandaFlo
Hi allI'm a 68 year old lady, still active (sounds like a dating profile - it isn't!) at the moment.Retried police office and local government officer. I've been retired for coming up to three years.I've contacted a few retirement villages in ...
@AmandaFlo Hello, Hua Hin is a nice place to retire, there are a lot of Gated Expat Communities living down there, easy to make friends, near beaches, Great Food, lots of places to hike, National Park , also many condo's with Expats living in them. ... Read More
New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 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 your ...
@adsy1981 Hello, we have retired to Thailand since 2013 we came from California. I have been wanting to visit Melbourne for some time. I would love to get some suggestions on where to stay for a few weeks or a month. We would like a modern ... Read More
New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 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 your ...
@bostonhomer Hua Hin is a nice place to live, plenty of beaches, nite life, restaurants and friendly people. Lots of expats are living there. A mixture of family's and retired Expats from around the world. Patrick Read More
New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 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 your ...
@Katya Bulgakova Hello, My wife and I have been in Thailand for 10 years. I would love to see some of your photos of the landscape and coastline. Am looking for the pictures I can have framed to hang on our walls. Patrick Read More
Retirement to Thailand from Australia by Ken Oath
Hi, I'm 55 and would like to retire to Thailand from Australia. I want to do the 65000 baht a month process rather than the 800000 deposit.I've read a fair bit about visas etc but Im still a little confused.My first question is does the 65000 a ...
Martin, this is a different subject but I was wondering if you knew what the different color lights the fisherman use for night fishing are for? Green, Orange, or white in Hua Hin & Cha Am. Patrick Read More
US Yearly taxes. IRS. by thailand4me
Does anyone have a safe, dependable person or service that they use to file the IRS taxes for Americans living in Thailand.
@scbrock Marc, can you send me a link to the Google app. for my code. Patrick Read More
US Yearly taxes. IRS. by thailand4me
Does anyone have a safe, dependable person or service that they use to file the IRS taxes for Americans living in Thailand.
@scbrock Thanks again for the information. Patrick Read More
US Yearly taxes. IRS. by thailand4me
Does anyone have a safe, dependable person or service that they use to file the IRS taxes for Americans living in Thailand.
@marclarouche Marc, I set up the accounts before I left the US. But the problem is they want me to give them a US phone number for identification. And they want to send me a code to get access to my account on that US phone. Am running out of time ... Read More
US Yearly taxes. IRS. by thailand4me
Does anyone have a safe, dependable person or service that they use to file the IRS taxes for Americans living in Thailand.
@marclarouche Marc, I have a friend in California that does the taxes for me using Turbo Tax. But my problem is I can’t get a copy of my 1099 Social Security. I was told that they don’t send them in the mail any longer but instead the ... Read More
US Yearly taxes. IRS. by thailand4me
Does anyone have a safe, dependable person or service that they use to file the IRS taxes for Americans living in Thailand.
@cmbbkk Thank You So Much. Did you know that the Philippines is handing Social Security 1099 now? For Americans. So you no longer get your 1099 from Social Security in the mail. Patrick Read More
US Yearly taxes. IRS.
Does anyone have a safe, dependable person or service that they use to file the IRS taxes for Americans living in Thailand. Read More
Buriram thai baht price per Rai ? by Info2831
Hello I'm new to this forum and living with my newly pregnant thai girlfriend at her parents in Burriram.I have a property in the UK that provides some rental but also looking at work I can do remotely as gf's parents have offered some of their land ...
@martinoo2002 we pay 600.00 dollars a year for building maitence, security, pool maitence, etc. But everyone I know that has a house is always complaining about problems trying to get someone to repair them. Even the new homes in Hua Hin had big ... Read More
Buriram thai baht price per Rai ? by Info2831
Hello I'm new to this forum and living with my newly pregnant thai girlfriend at her parents in Burriram.I have a property in the UK that provides some rental but also looking at work I can do remotely as gf's parents have offered some of their land ...
@martinoo2002 sounds Great. we are probably older than you and prefer a condo, lower maintenance and no security problems. we travel a fair amount and also have another condo in Nonthaburi near my wifes family. But am happy to hear your plans ... Read More
Buriram thai baht price per Rai ? by Info2831
Hello I'm new to this forum and living with my newly pregnant thai girlfriend at her parents in Burriram.I have a property in the UK that provides some rental but also looking at work I can do remotely as gf's parents have offered some of their land ...
@Terrymedlicott How can you say it’s cheaper to maintain? when the condos come with free maitence. And having a house is nothing but trouble, always looking for someone to do the repairs and theres security when you are away. Who looks ... Read More
Buriram thai baht price per Rai ? by Info2831
Hello I'm new to this forum and living with my newly pregnant thai girlfriend at her parents in Burriram.I have a property in the UK that provides some rental but also looking at work I can do remotely as gf's parents have offered some of their land ...
Why does everyone want to buy a house when a condo is so much easier to own. we have a large 2bedroom 2 bath in Nonthaburi with a great city view and close to the Mall, restaurants, hospitals, fresh produce markets and more. We have 24 hour ... Read More
Noisy Parrot by ThaiTim
Wife and I recently coughed up THB 10 mio for our retirement home in a gated community here in korat. Not long after the neighbour about four houses down bought a parrot then another. He already has a little snappy dog that yaps and yaps all day but ...
@rzugnoni I understand the noise level everywhere in Thailand is very difficult to live with. The traffic noise, ambulances screaming all day all night. sometimes no one is even in them. Loud speakers on the back of trucks driving around, music ... Read More
Nursing Homes in Pattaya by BrianDNation
I'm trying to convince my 93 year old grandmother to come live her remaining years in a nursing home in Thailand. I've found some in Pattaya and visited a few and they meet her needs but aren't like impressive enough to convince her to make the ...
@BrianDNation We looked at a few of them. The nice ones are 3,000 dollars for 1 person and up. My wife & I decided to stay in our own condo and have a live caretaker take care of us. Hospital staff will do this for a much less price. Good ... Read More
Getting a credit card in Thailand by C. H. Jarve
I'm needing to purchase items with a credit card. How hard is it for a US citizen to get a credit card here in Thailand?
@obeiddoug172 Thanks for your kindness. I always get chewed up by Leeds. This is why I don’t often post much of anything anymore. But I like to help people If I can. Read More
John from Hua Hin by mcveyjock
Hi, I have lived in Hua Hin Thailand for 22 years.
@martinoo2002 We live in Cha Am also, can you suggest some places to eat for us? Patrick Read More
John from Hua Hin by mcveyjock
Hi, I have lived in Hua Hin Thailand for 22 years.
@mcveyjock Hello we have a beach condo in ChaAm and I was wondering how you manage to avoid the mass crowds of tourist? Do you have any hidden restaurants you can suggest to us Cha Am people? Patrick 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 The Thai people are not doing any recycling at all. I live in a Thai condo and no one but us recycles. We are from California and we just naturally recycle. our garbage room is full of garbage that the people can not even get in the ... Read More
Condominiums by Hall Stephen
Hi guys I’m no stranger to Thailand and back out end of the year , my query is regarding ‘buying’.is it worth buying a condo or apartment?!procedures and regulations ?!any help /advice / tips /knowledge welcome .cheers
@martinoo2002 I would rent you have much more flexabilty. If you don't like the condo or your neighbors then you can just move. Read More
Furniture buying by Caramel11
Hi everyone Got a house on samui where we know there is not a huge choice of furniture. Looked at websites for Phuket and Chiang Mai but still at a loss. Looking for contemporary style furniture at a reasonable price of good quality. Any ...
Why do you post a 6 year old conversation.?? Read More
Visiting California USA by thailand4me
I have an opportunity to visit the San Francisco Bay Area in July for 3 months. Has anyone been back for a visit since Covid in 2019? am just wondering how it is there now. i remember in 2019 that people were already on edge and not so friendly. ...
@rbakker Thanks for your advice. Read More
Visiting California USA by thailand4me
I have an opportunity to visit the San Francisco Bay Area in July for 3 months. Has anyone been back for a visit since Covid in 2019? am just wondering how it is there now. i remember in 2019 that people were already on edge and not so friendly. ...
So no worries about getting robbed at the ATM? Problems in the parking lots with strangers coming for your purse. Overall attude from employees of retail stores.? Road Rage? All this stuff is just fake news reports?? Read More
Visiting California USA
I have an opportunity to visit the San Francisco Bay Area in July for 3 months. Has anyone been back for a visit since Covid in 2019? am just wondering how it is there now. i remember in 2019 that people were already on edge and not so friendly. ... Read More
Rayong is better than Hua Hin by easyrent_asia
I do believe Rayong (Ban Phe & Suan Wang Kaew) is better than Hua Hin. The price level is better for living. It means better value for money. When you buy or rent will you also get better value for money. The beach is so much better. The beach in ...
@martinoo2002 we have a beach front condo in a older building in Cha Am, this is our second condo, we also have a place in Nonthaburi. We have been in Thailand for 10 years. Am American from San Francisco, my wife is American Thai we meet each ... Read More
Rayong is better than Hua Hin by easyrent_asia
I do believe Rayong (Ban Phe & Suan Wang Kaew) is better than Hua Hin. The price level is better for living. It means better value for money. When you buy or rent will you also get better value for money. The beach is so much better. The beach in ...
@Karambit we like Cha Am to live and Hua Hin for nice dining plus shopping. and night clubs for jazz. just a short drive away. Patrick Read More
101 Help moving to Thailand by Paul_Adams
Hello all,Thanks in advance for any help you can send my way. This is my first post. My name is Paul and 65, retired and living in the US. Considering a move, short term for trial and possible permanent to Thailand to explore ...
@martinoo2002 Are you living in Cha Am? The airport does have many other flights going out but they are limited while the airport is being expanded & remodeled. Just like everything else in Thailand the work is slow. Patrick Read More
101 Help moving to Thailand by Paul_Adams
Hello all,Thanks in advance for any help you can send my way. This is my first post. My name is Paul and 65, retired and living in the US. Considering a move, short term for trial and possible permanent to Thailand to explore ...
@Paul_Adams paul, Hua Hin/Cha Am area is nice place to live. Cha Am is very quiet & much less expensive to find a place. Hua Hin has 3 hospitals and many health clinics. 2 shopping malls & tons of restaurants. But ChaAm is a sleepy town you ... Read More
Dating Thais, always friendzoned? - moved from: Thailandforum by Fred by swim0200
Sup guys.I met a couple Thai birds through a few dating apps:One I had 4 dates with, she would be touchy like sometimes hold my arm or hand, but her profile said she's looking for a friend maybe more.On date 4 she rejected a kiss on the cheek, I get ...
@martinoo2002 Im sorry. i posted it wrong. Good Luck to you. Patrick Read More
Dating Thais, always friendzoned? - moved from: Thailandforum by Fred by swim0200
Sup guys.I met a couple Thai birds through a few dating apps:One I had 4 dates with, she would be touchy like sometimes hold my arm or hand, but her profile said she's looking for a friend maybe more.On date 4 she rejected a kiss on the cheek, I get ...
@martinoo2002 my advice is to start out as friends and see where it goes. Take it slow and build up her trust in you. I married a Thai women in the US, she had just moved from Philadelphia to California new job waiting for her as a nurse. we were ... Read More
Reiki (holistic )business in Thailand by artemidatheartoftravel
I am interested in opening a business in Thailand . is it allowed to a foreigner to start a business with holistic approach to health, like yoga/Reiki/meditation retreat center in Thailand?
@artemidatheartoftravel if you get your Reiki business open, Please let me know. Reiki is very hard to find in Thailand. Patrick Read More
How do I import my personal medications from the USA via FedEx by Walnutcharles
My Medical insurance in the USA has a online Pharmacy that will mail me my medications in the USA, I have a mail forwarding service that will use FedEx or a carrier you prefer to forwarded my personal medication to me here in Thailand. My health ...
@Leeds forever! If the medications are so expensive in Thailand how can the Thai people afford to buy them? Read More
How do I import my personal medications from the USA via FedEx by Walnutcharles
My Medical insurance in the USA has a online Pharmacy that will mail me my medications in the USA, I have a mail forwarding service that will use FedEx or a carrier you prefer to forwarded my personal medication to me here in Thailand. My health ...
@Walnutcharles Much cheaper to just get a doctor in Thailand to prescribe your medications. Read More
Community and a sense of belonging by 1happykamper
Since 2015, I've spend more than half my life living in Thailand... from Krabi to Chiang Mai... Bangkok, Jomtien Beach and more...I've never felt a sense of belonging... expat crowds are often not my cuppa tea... Thai people don't want to know me... ...
@1happykamper. I feel the same. they stay .to there selfs, don’t care about me. Not at all interested in where I come from. they live in a bubble. Don’t know that there is a world outside of Thailand. But the Thai people who have ... Read More
New Tax laws from January 2024 by sowo
Good Morning folks. Steve here from Australia. In the process of organising retirement in Thailand and now hit with a change in tax laws for money sent there. Looks bad. Does anyone on the ground there have any clarification of these laws? Thanks ...
@Leeds forever! Thank You For Explaining This To Me. Sometimes it is hard for me to understand English even though I was born in the USA. I was born with a learning disability. Thank You for your patience. Read More
New Tax laws from January 2024 by sowo
Good Morning folks. Steve here from Australia. In the process of organising retirement in Thailand and now hit with a change in tax laws for money sent there. Looks bad. Does anyone on the ground there have any clarification of these laws? Thanks ...
So you are say that am expected to pay taxes in both countries?? On my retirement income. Read More
New Tax laws from January 2024 by sowo
Good Morning folks. Steve here from Australia. In the process of organising retirement in Thailand and now hit with a change in tax laws for money sent there. Looks bad. Does anyone on the ground there have any clarification of these laws? Thanks ...
When I moved to Thailand from the US my tax person as if we were going to be paying taxes in Thailand. We said we were not. But if the answer was yes then the IRS would reduce what we pay in the US. Because you can’t be exp to pay to pay ... Read More
New Tax laws from January 2024 by sowo
Good Morning folks. Steve here from Australia. In the process of organising retirement in Thailand and now hit with a change in tax laws for money sent there. Looks bad. Does anyone on the ground there have any clarification of these laws? Thanks ...
I got it. thanks. Read More
New Tax laws from January 2024 by sowo
Good Morning folks. Steve here from Australia. In the process of organising retirement in Thailand and now hit with a change in tax laws for money sent there. Looks bad. Does anyone on the ground there have any clarification of these laws? Thanks ...
So the answer is?? Do we have to pay taxes on retirement income from the US?? Or not?? Read More
Thai Credit Cards by brucejomms
Hi there, can foreigners on Retirement Visa get a Thai Bank CC. I gues it would be very difficult considering you are not Thai... Thoughts, Experience..
Your probably right. am sure everyone in the bank will give you different infomation. Read More
Thai Credit Cards by brucejomms
Hi there, can foreigners on Retirement Visa get a Thai Bank CC. I gues it would be very difficult considering you are not Thai... Thoughts, Experience..
All banks are different. But Bangkok bank wants 2 million baht for a credit card that will give you 50,000 baht credit. what would anyone need this card so bad for. We use our American credit card without any problems. Read More
New Tax laws from January 2024 by sowo
Good Morning folks. Steve here from Australia. In the process of organising retirement in Thailand and now hit with a change in tax laws for money sent there. Looks bad. Does anyone on the ground there have any clarification of these laws? Thanks ...
What about Americans living off of their retirment income like Social Security? we already pay US taxes. Read More
Internet Service Providers by brucejomms
Hi there, moving to Sukhumvit soon, looking for an Internet Service Provider for Fast Reliable WIFI and LAN connection at our home. Which ISP does everybody use for this... any help appreciated.. thanks in advance.
We have had true for 2 years. we paid the money for 5G but it works on 2.6 G only. we have fibre but it doesn’t act like High Speed at all. it bounces all over the place, and its down a lot of the time. we signed a 2 year contract which is ... Read More
Thai Credit Cards by brucejomms
Hi there, can foreigners on Retirement Visa get a Thai Bank CC. I gues it would be very difficult considering you are not Thai... Thoughts, Experience..
Money talks in Thailand. The more money the sweeter the conversation will go in your favor. Read More
Tiny House in Thailand by Ezequ1el
Hello everyone, I hope you are all well. I am thinking of moving to Thailand in the future and I would like to ask you what your thoughts are on tiny houses there. I found out that non foreign can own Thai land, I was thinking of building a house on ...
@jo.loit Thank You for answering my request. But I can’t open the UTube video. Patrick Read More
Tiny House in Thailand by Ezequ1el
Hello everyone, I hope you are all well. I am thinking of moving to Thailand in the future and I would like to ask you what your thoughts are on tiny houses there. I found out that non foreign can own Thai land, I was thinking of building a house on ...
@Buddahen Hello. I would love to see some pictures of your tiny houses & the cost for building them. Thank You. Patrick Read More
Tiny House in Thailand by Ezequ1el
Hello everyone, I hope you are all well. I am thinking of moving to Thailand in the future and I would like to ask you what your thoughts are on tiny houses there. I found out that non foreign can own Thai land, I was thinking of building a house on ...
@jo.loit Hello. is it posable to see pictures of your tiny house. my wife and I lived in one for 10 years in California USA . i could never find Tiny Houses builders in Thailand. Patrick 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 Thank You for your well wishes. i also wish you the Best in Life. Take Care. Patrick 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 ...
@smartoil1419 Hello. we never stayed in hotels. instead we used Airbnb. Hotels have to much traffic for us. after Covid life changed for everyone. Patrick 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 wow. I totally agree with your writing. 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 am still adjusting I guess. we now have a second condo in Cha Am where there are many expats livinging. the condo is old but well maintained. everyone is supper nice. if you ask for a repair its done within the hour, not all ... Read More
Community and a sense of belonging by 1happykamper
Since 2015, I've spend more than half my life living in Thailand... from Krabi to Chiang Mai... Bangkok, Jomtien Beach and more...I've never felt a sense of belonging... expat crowds are often not my cuppa tea... Thai people don't want to know me... ...
@scbrock I have lived here since 2013 and have not developed any Thai friends except though family connections. I find they are shy, not outgoing, keep to themselves. Yes they are friendly on the surface but I have never been asked to ... Read More
Visas for Aussies changed? by Sourdough101
I was under the understanding from what Id read that to retire as an Australian in Thailand that one would need to go there on a 90 day Type O visa then apply for the 1 year OA visa after having a set up a bank account with 800,000 baht which is ...
@Leeds forever! Hello I was wondering if you knew of a dependable business that does American IRS taxes for expats living in Thailand. Thanks for your help. Patrick 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 ...
@Bhavna How do I find this persons pictures? 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 ...
@Ralf Bachmann Hello, where is that website? 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 ...
@Leeds forever! That is true. I was speaking of office employees. Not vendors. 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 ...
Where do I start. Store opening up late is one number 2 is the behavior of businesses where the staff is eating and drinking all the time, they have food & drinks all over their desks. They’re always looking at the time to see if their ... Read More
Health insurance by joskeenanky
Do someone know a good health insurance In Thailand Thanks
@suzianddave is that price for one or both of you? Read More
Health insurance by joskeenanky
Do someone know a good health insurance In Thailand Thanks
@joskeenanky if your healthy why not pay as you go. Medical services are a lot less expensive than most countries. Because if you buy insurance you will be paying a thousand or more a month and you may never need it. My wife and I are in our ... Read More
Move to Thailand from the Netherlands by joskeenanky
Hi i am Jos and AnkyAnd we live in the NetherlandsWe want to move to Thailand in 4 years
@joskeenanky Why. The Netherlands is a beautiful place to live. It makes Thailand look like a 3rd world country. Read More
Expat Finance for Buying New Vehicle by SiamJazzy
I thought I would start a new thread on this subject to bring it up to date. Details: Have Thai wife. Both have good UK income. Have big deposit. No Thai income at present, but may have once we've been here over 6 months. Thai guarantor, ...
@pascaljournee hello, ask the dealerships or call around yourself. Also check out the new/used cars for sale online. Many cars are bought new and in 6 months they are returned to the dealership because they can’t pay the monthly payments. ... Read More
Expat Finance for Buying New Vehicle by SiamJazzy
I thought I would start a new thread on this subject to bring it up to date. Details: Have Thai wife. Both have good UK income. Have big deposit. No Thai income at present, but may have once we've been here over 6 months. Thai guarantor, ...
I would just like to mention that you will save a lot of money on buying a new car with 10,000 miles on it then you wouldn’t have to pay the luxury tax. Same warranty. We bought 2 Subaru’s this way. And we still got 0 % financing. We ... Read More
Cheap rentals in Thailand by mirasoljoeselynclaveria
Do you have cheapest rental apartment that you can recommend? Around 30 usd a month? And what place in Thailand? Planning to stay there with my daughter. From Philippines. Planning to study Thai language . Thanks
Amazing what you can find for 1000-1500 baht a month. For 10,000 baht you can get a decent condo with pool, security, air conditioning, & furnished. Less if you don’t care about the neighborhood you live in. Read More
Cheap rentals in Thailand by mirasoljoeselynclaveria
Do you have cheapest rental apartment that you can recommend? Around 30 usd a month? And what place in Thailand? Planning to stay there with my daughter. From Philippines. Planning to study Thai language . Thanks
It’s best you stay there. Read More
Cheap rentals in Thailand by mirasoljoeselynclaveria
Do you have cheapest rental apartment that you can recommend? Around 30 usd a month? And what place in Thailand? Planning to stay there with my daughter. From Philippines. Planning to study Thai language . Thanks
What planet are you living on? Read More
Basic Medicines in Thailand by alffvdh
Slowly I piece together my jigsaw for intended retirement to Thailand 2024. One of the pieces involves availability and costs of medicines Specifically I am prescribed a low level prescription for blood pressure. I believe the current medicines are ...
@Friendly G34 it’s very easy to find meditation in Thailand from a pharmacy or a hospital. Prices are at least 50% of the US prices. Good Luck. Smart Move. Read More
Trouble making appointment us embassy in bangkok by tjthomasjansen81
I need someone who has made an appointment on the US Embassy in Bangkok website recently.I have been able to do it in the past, but now, after several attempts, I need help.Thank you, Tom Jansen
@tjthomasjansen81 it’s not easy anymore. They have very limited access. Like Visa renewal or New passport. You have to choose a subject that is different than what you want in order to get in. You could try to make a opp. Online first. Good ... Read More
Travelling to Thailand by SimonRege
Hello! I'm travelling to Thailand and I need to continue TRT, can anyone recommend me any good brands?
@SimonRege , it’s available most pharmacy’s have it, or they can order it. But you have to shop for the price. I was taking it for 30 years. 10 years in Thailand. Just recently stopped because of the side effects. For a 75 year old man ... Read More
The work culture in Thailand by Mickael
Hello everyone, As an expatriate, [b]working in Thailand[/b] can present unique opportunities but also challenges. Discovering new communication styles, adapting to new cultural norms... [b]working in Thailand[/b] can be both exciting and ...
I totally agree. No worth etiquette at all. I have done a lot of volunteering in Thailand and the only successful businesses are the ones being managed by foreigners. Lots of corruption with the money. Read More
Thai Version of Craigslist?
Wow. A very unhappy camper. Sure you can blame a small country like Thailand for all this ***. But it is actually so much better than it was a few years ago. There are lots of rescue organizations in Thailand now. Most of Thailand is very poor so ... Read More
New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 your ...
@adventure-family02 yes it helps. Read More
New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 your ...
@scbrock sounds Great, am up for snorkeling. Especially nice in clear waters. Thanks Again. Patrick Read More
New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 your ...
@scbrock Thanks Again for the suggestion, we are flexible. The wife & I can go there on are own. Patrick Read More
New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 your ...
@Yabba I don’t know when exactly we will get to Phuket, we just signed a year lease in Cha Am. But it will probably be at the end of the year. Read More
New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 your ...
@scbrock thanks for you help. We are staying in Cha Am now. Are time is very flexible, we can wait till off season. We are retired, lots of time. Just staying in Thailand this year. But next year we will be doing some long haul traveling. I asked ... Read More
New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 your ...
@adventure-family02 Martin, we are a older couple who would like to visit Phuket but we would like to stay out of the Tourist population. Are there any areas where we can rent a place for a week or so. We have been living in Thailand now for 10 ... Read More
medication sent from the U.S by terrylevesque
How difficult is it to get medication sent from the U.S. to Thailand? Of course I can buy it here however a lot of the timesthe dosage is not the same and you either have to take 2 tablets or break in half. Any suggestions or does anyone know ofa ...
@Never done that They have pill cutters available on Lazada very cheap. I don’t have to use medication, but I do have a herb to boost my immune to prevent me from getting Covid, or even a cold. They ship it to me about every 6 months. And I ... Read More
Gourmet Thai Food by thailand4me
Can I get some recommendations for upscale Thai food in Bangkok? I have close friends coming to visit for a few days that are interested in this style of food. They own & operate a very successful Chinese/Korean fushion style restaurant in the ...
@JayEsCee thanks for the reply. And your advice. Read More
Gourmet Thai Food by thailand4me
Can I get some recommendations for upscale Thai food in Bangkok? I have close friends coming to visit for a few days that are interested in this style of food. They own & operate a very successful Chinese/Korean fushion style restaurant in the ...
@Never done that I think it was the wrong question for me to ask. My friend was looking for Michelin star restaurants. I never go to expensive restaurants in Thailand, the everyday food is enough of an experience for me. I used to be a Chef in ... Read More
Gourmet Thai Food by thailand4me
Can I get some recommendations for upscale Thai food in Bangkok? I have close friends coming to visit for a few days that are interested in this style of food. They own & operate a very successful Chinese/Korean fushion style restaurant in the ...
@Bhavna thanks for your Help. Read More
Gourmet Thai Food by thailand4me
Can I get some recommendations for upscale Thai food in Bangkok? I have close friends coming to visit for a few days that are interested in this style of food. They own & operate a very successful Chinese/Korean fushion style restaurant in the ...
@Bhavna , how come I don’t get any answers to my question? Read More
Gourmet Thai Food
Can I get some recommendations for upscale Thai food in Bangkok? I have close friends coming to visit for a few days that are interested in this style of food. They own & operate a very successful Chinese/Korean fushion style restaurant in the ... Read More
The work culture in Thailand by Mickael
Hello everyone, As an expatriate, [b]working in Thailand[/b] can present unique opportunities but also challenges. Discovering new communication styles, adapting to new cultural norms... [b]working in Thailand[/b] can be both exciting and ...
in my office everyone ate & drank all day. Eating while they’re working. Messy desks everywhere. Cell Phone and food all day. No wonder nothing ever got done. No one every gets to work on time. But leaves early. So many holidays in ... Read More
Planning on moving to Thailand by Franky Harris Fraser
Hi , is there any a British people either couples, retired or professional...my wife and I are planning to move to Thailand Phuket, we want to know where the best place for information or steps to take(links/websites/forums) We are coming over fur a ...
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Thai beach life for 3 retirees & feisty 93yr old mum? by wilwin58
Hi all! Newbie to this site. My brother & my partner & I are looking for a place to live near Phuket with our 93yr old mum w Alzheimer's. Mum is like the energizer bunny; she needs to walk & swim & be active. She needs to do all this ...
Hello. You said you didn’t like smog much but Chiang Mai has 4 months of bad smog every year. Many of the expats during that time go elsewhere. Phuket is full of tourists all the time. I would recommend Chiang Mai except for those 4 months you ... Read More
Buy in thailand or ship from USA?? by dennisr62
so i am going to retire in Thailand with my Thai wife after I retire in 2 years. I understand as a Thai national my can ship her/our household and personal belongings without paying import taxes, or hopefully very little taxes. my quandry ...
@dennisr62 I would only bring clothes, because it’s hard to find clothes that fit the Expat’s in Thailand. Everything else can be purchased here. And maybe vitamins from your home country because they can be expensive in Thailand. Good ... Read More
Writing a book about my life in pattaya. by pussygaloresports
I have lived here in pattaya since 1996 until present running successful businesses. Now I'm writing a book about my life and how I came to pattaya and how I never left. I owned pussy galore sports bar for 18 years. I am looking for anyone who ...
@craigmcdonald1981 this is a different topic, but I have been wondering if I could ask this question to someone that lives in Pattaya. We spent sometime on Jomtien beach and we noticed right away that the humidity was a lot stronger than Hua Hin. ... 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 tried ordering from Amazon, but they tell me that they don’t ship to Thailand. Is there something am not doing right? Read More
Retired in Loei. by rzugnoni
Hi, I am from the San Francisco Bay area in California, retired the day before Thanksgiving 2020 then moved to Thailand on Thanksgiving Day. I have been happily living in Loei Thailand since then. My wife built a house for us to live in that ...
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Retired in Loei. by rzugnoni
Hi, I am from the San Francisco Bay area in California, retired the day before Thanksgiving 2020 then moved to Thailand on Thanksgiving Day. I have been happily living in Loei Thailand since then. My wife built a house for us to live in that ...
@Bhavna thanks. Thanks Read More
Retired in Loei. by rzugnoni
Hi, I am from the San Francisco Bay area in California, retired the day before Thanksgiving 2020 then moved to Thailand on Thanksgiving Day. I have been happily living in Loei Thailand since then. My wife built a house for us to live in that ...
@Yoginee how do I send a private message. Read More
Retired in Loei. by rzugnoni
Hi, I am from the San Francisco Bay area in California, retired the day before Thanksgiving 2020 then moved to Thailand on Thanksgiving Day. I have been happily living in Loei Thailand since then. My wife built a house for us to live in that ...
Randy, our email is *****. I would still like to see pictures of your houses. Patrick Read More
Retired in Loei. by rzugnoni
Hi, I am from the San Francisco Bay area in California, retired the day before Thanksgiving 2020 then moved to Thailand on Thanksgiving Day. I have been happily living in Loei Thailand since then. My wife built a house for us to live in that ...
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Retired in Loei. by rzugnoni
Hi, I am from the San Francisco Bay area in California, retired the day before Thanksgiving 2020 then moved to Thailand on Thanksgiving Day. I have been happily living in Loei Thailand since then. My wife built a house for us to live in that ...
@rzugnoni Can you send some pictures of your house & Land. What made you chose this area to live. Patrick Read More
Retired in Loei. by rzugnoni
Hi, I am from the San Francisco Bay area in California, retired the day before Thanksgiving 2020 then moved to Thailand on Thanksgiving Day. I have been happily living in Loei Thailand since then. My wife built a house for us to live in that ...
Hello, am from California also. The San Francisco Bay Area. We lived in Point Richmond at Brickyard Cove area of condominiums. Because our friends had a place out there that they didn’t use & they had a sailboat too. We lived there 3 years ... Read More
Getting a credit card in Thailand by C. H. Jarve
I'm needing to purchase items with a credit card. How hard is it for a US citizen to get a credit card here in Thailand?
Better to be paranoid than to be stupid. Citi Bank of Thailand gave us that information on 30,000 US dollars to open a account & issue a credit card. Must be great to be so smart that you know it all. Read More
Getting a credit card in Thailand by C. H. Jarve
I'm needing to purchase items with a credit card. How hard is it for a US citizen to get a credit card here in Thailand?
We have never had any luck in the 10 years we have lived here. Everyone wants at least 30,000 in there bank in order to qualify for a card. And I don’t trust Thai banks to keep my money safe. So we only have a account with my 12,000 in it for ... Read More
Best cities to live in Thailand by Julien
Hi, Its not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Thailand. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
@Ruffian Dick . It’s not undiscovered in Hua Hin. There is a great family community there and a nice Expat community too. Many restaurants & bakery’s are owned by Expats. It’s not to crowded except on the weekends. ... Read More