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@Maxi Mari
Italian expat in Thailand
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140
About me
Italian
Speaks Italian, English, German, Romanian, Spanish, French, Korean,Thai.
Registration: 20 November 2021
Required docs for condo ownership by scbrock
HelloI had a rude awakening recently. I went to immigration to apply for the 90 day visa and one of the requirents was a bluebook with registration and title deed. Well, come to find out all I have is the lease agreement. Its for leasehold status. I ...
The main question is the Property deed called Chanote (a big certificate yellow color with unit's planimetric shape on front and owner's data on the back), this is the first document you should have received if registration was done on your name at ... Read More
Visa requirements by Intl guy jim
Either the visa requirements have changed, or I have been mixing them up with someplace else.It now appears that even a 2 month stay requires an advance visa? I think I want to go for the 1 year/extendable, but most seem to require a "letter of ...
@Intl guy jim Normally for the 1 year ret. stay permit you need to apply for a "NON-IMM O" 3 month visa at a Thai Embassy, instead of a tourist visa, so to have time after arrival to prepare all documents and open bank account before apply for the ... Read More
Standard mail times to Europe? by It2VN
To post standard format envelope airmail from Bangkok (containing a USB key/drive to the E,U. (not UK)). How long does this typically take with standard mail system ? (and is it permissible to send such content without a problem?).
@It2VN I am using often the Registered Air mail by Thaipost, you can track it easy on Thaipost tracking or on other int. tracking systems. The delivery from Thailand post office to Suvarnabhumi and then to the EU country receiving office at main ... Read More
20sq meter house for 300000thb by johan456
I have land in rural Chiangmai and want to build a tiny house on it. I found a contractor who is willing to build it for me for 300000 THB. Brick walls, concrete floor, bathroom, tiled. Is it an okay price or way too much?
@johan456My gf bought a prebuild (knockdown house....?) for her mother 6x4 mt size with build in bathroom complete of shower, toilet, basin, tails and non slip pavement.The main room has similar to wood pavement, air conditioner, 3 Windows and door, ... Read More
Non immigrant address by Teton
Hi… I recently got my non O retirement visa, but to formalize it I need a “permanent” address to open a bank account. I haven’t fully decided where that will be yet so I’m wondering if anyone knows how to obtain the ...
I suggest you open where they help you to do it at first by trying many branches even of same bank so that you solve this first step. Then you can open a end one where you going to live.Anyway the bank app can manage more than one account of same ... Read More
I need a temporary address by Teton
Can someone give me advise on getting a temporary address in Bangkok. I have a non-O visa and need to open a bank account. Without an address I can’t do it. Problem is I plan to live outside of Bangkok, probably Surat Thani, but I ...
Either you have a friend that lives here and ask him to use his address room number or If actually you stay at a hotel room you can give that hotel room address Temporary cause many foreigners rent a hotel room monthly as home cause completely ... Read More
Anyone done Thai retirement visa by yourself (no agents) by brerono345
I have been back and forth to Thailand over some years but getting serious about considering the retirement visa now, and I'm sure things have changed greatly now with the online websites and such.and over the past years I've read too many nightmare ...
thank you gentlemen (or ladies) for the feedback! I might just try to do it by myself if the bank account is the main reason that most people are using the agents, because lucky for me, I had a Thai bank account from 10 years ago, it is still ... Read More
Knowing about Thai Laws by sajjshiningstar
It is just to get the knowledge from our expat community what could be the best option for an expat who finds himself/herself in a legal complexity in Thailand? What option expats prefer to choose for getting their legal issue resolved?
Cannot be anyway acceptable that a small mistake put a foreign tourist in jail for 9 month, specially if is done in "bona fide", there are also Embassies that can intervene and put their own pressure.Unless it's a case of murder or attempt of murder ... Read More
Changes in visitors[B]removed for review by rentnow77
has anyone noticed the change in visitors in thailand?
@rentnow77 Yes, since war in Ukraine arrived to many Russians in Phuket specially with aggressive attitude, probably also part of the desolved Wagner troups and spyes which are really Not the best visitor to have. As well more and more aggressive ... Read More
TDAC arrival card by Richard Bierdrager
I came to Thailand with my parents at the age of 3. I have all the necessary documents for permanent residence, including a work permit. I haven't traveled for a while, therefore, I need to complete a TDAC arrival card online. The problem I am ...
@Richard Bierdrager Did you get the recidency and citizenship from the related Ministery in Thailand or are you just registered at the Amphoe with a yellow book? And do you apply for Visa and Stay permit yearly at the Immigration? Cause this case is ... Read More
We're trying to decide between Pattaya and Chiang Mai by DSieg
American retiree. Lived in Thailand before and taught English for 6-7 years total so I also speak a little Thai. Married a Vietnamese girl in 1995. Thailand left a lasting impression on both of us and now we would rather here than even my wife's ...
@DSiegThe best way is to make a test and spend 6 month in both places. At first using a hotel and have time to find a unit in a condominium orca small villa or townhouse. After Pattaya and Jomtien there are places like Nakluea little north or Ban ... Read More
Obtaining a Thai drivers license by scbrock
HelloMy motorbike license is expiring and I wanted to renew it but also to get a car driver's license. I have a Thai motorbike license I have never hada car Thai license. When I go to the land transport office I believe it's calledIf I want to get ...
@scbrock I did my licences in Bkk not in Pkt, transforming my foreign basic licence + int. licence (bearing A+B) but using an agent GMLthailandservice.They did not ask to translate any document, like instead wanted all others. GML Asked 4,000 baht ... Read More
90 day online reporting (retirement) working better now? by lenichan7
Sorry for another topic, I was wondering how reliable the online reporting tool is working now because a few topics from 2023 and 2024 mentioned some problems with the system, is it working better than before?
After a very first online system many years ago, came up a 2nd way by an app to be downloaded on each phone that again worked for short time full of failures, then stoped working properly as well, it was allowing to enter but at the end was saying ... Read More
Taxes in Thailand by cthierrymk
Dear all, March is the month to fill in Tax Form !! I would like to open a discussion on this topic and know from those who live in Thailand for more than 180 days if they are paying taxes or claiming taxes in some specific cases. 1) You get ...
@JonSt Every country tax you first during the previous year like in 2024 when they give the monthly income or at the end in december, then in the next year 2025 you probably can file a revenue documentation, might be between March and September 2025 ... Read More
Taxes in Thailand by cthierrymk
Dear all, March is the month to fill in Tax Form !! I would like to open a discussion on this topic and know from those who live in Thailand for more than 180 days if they are paying taxes or claiming taxes in some specific cases. 1) You get ...
Just talked to the Danish tax authorities. Basically all pensions, both government and private, can be taxed in both countries, but as the tax percentage in Denmark is a minimum of 38%, this means that there will be no taxation from the Thai ... Read More
Taxes in Thailand by cthierrymk
Dear all, March is the month to fill in Tax Form !! I would like to open a discussion on this topic and know from those who live in Thailand for more than 180 days if they are paying taxes or claiming taxes in some specific cases. 1) You get ...
@Maxi Mari Switching to a business visa is not easy, you need a company that shows the need to hire you as an expat. If you want to invest, I believe, 10 mio THB in real estate, deposit or bonds you can apply... and still need to have a business ... Read More
Taxes in Thailand by cthierrymk
Dear all, March is the month to fill in Tax Form !! I would like to open a discussion on this topic and know from those who live in Thailand for more than 180 days if they are paying taxes or claiming taxes in some specific cases. 1) You get ...
@martinoo2002 Thanks for the link about HuaHin... Read More
Taxes in Thailand by cthierrymk
Dear all, March is the month to fill in Tax Form !! I would like to open a discussion on this topic and know from those who live in Thailand for more than 180 days if they are paying taxes or claiming taxes in some specific cases. 1) You get ...
@Maxi Mari I think you are mixing up tourists and businesses That said China is a top 5 investor, Russia not even close as their funds/business are more or less sanctioned China however has i history here and China is next to English one of the top ... Read More
Taxes in Thailand by cthierrymk
Dear all, March is the month to fill in Tax Form !! I would like to open a discussion on this topic and know from those who live in Thailand for more than 180 days if they are paying taxes or claiming taxes in some specific cases. 1) You get ...
@JonSt I like this quote Why Is Thailand Changing the Law for Expats? It is all about raising money, not about targeting expats...😉 I.would say the overwhelming majority of income brought into Thailand would be expats. Maybe it would better ... Read More
Taxes in Thailand by cthierrymk
Dear all, March is the month to fill in Tax Form !! I would like to open a discussion on this topic and know from those who live in Thailand for more than 180 days if they are paying taxes or claiming taxes in some specific cases. 1) You get ...
@JonSt I like this quote Why Is Thailand Changing the Law for Expats? It is all about raising money, not about targeting expats...😉 I.would say the overwhelming majority of income brought into Thailand would be expats. Maybe it would better ... Read More
Taxes in Thailand by cthierrymk
Dear all, March is the month to fill in Tax Form !! I would like to open a discussion on this topic and know from those who live in Thailand for more than 180 days if they are paying taxes or claiming taxes in some specific cases. 1) You get ...
Thank you Martin The way I see it; I will be moving in a couple of months and will become a tax resident. I'm happy to pay Thai taxes of any income, which will be interests and capital gains from stock etc., while living in Thailand. Everything ... Read More
Taxes in Thailand by cthierrymk
Dear all, March is the month to fill in Tax Form !! I would like to open a discussion on this topic and know from those who live in Thailand for more than 180 days if they are paying taxes or claiming taxes in some specific cases. 1) You get ...
@Maxi Mari Yes, the system is weak because of the control appratus which not exist. But.. through immigration tru tax department has a nice pool of farang is not all. Only question added to visa requirement will be ahead are tour annual ... Read More
Taxes in Thailand by cthierrymk
Dear all, March is the month to fill in Tax Form !! I would like to open a discussion on this topic and know from those who live in Thailand for more than 180 days if they are paying taxes or claiming taxes in some specific cases. 1) You get ...
@Maxi Mari Ok then if i understand money coming from investment on broker is not treat same than income from overseas Its normal for me coz its get already get tax in my country before Btw if i fill w-8ben document on the broker what the tax they ... Read More
Taxes in Thailand by cthierrymk
Dear all, March is the month to fill in Tax Form !! I would like to open a discussion on this topic and know from those who live in Thailand for more than 180 days if they are paying taxes or claiming taxes in some specific cases. 1) You get ...
@martinoo2002 What if i let the money on the platform on the international broker and not transfer the money in thai account ? if the money staying in that platform its not under thai gouvernement ? Do i have to claim it ? I just want to be sure ... Read More
Yello Tabien ban by North24
Hi all Can anyone tell me how to get a Yellow Tabien Ban withiout being the owner of the house ? Thanks
If not married then need a thai person that comes with you at the local Municipality and sign to accept you at their house address, then after a while move to the actual address by asking the transfer letter that the first Municipality will issue ... Read More
Land and Property Tax by kevh
Can someone please explain to me this land and property tax recently introduced in Thailand. My Thai wife owns just under 2 Rai of land which is unused and we also have a property in Thailand which we use as our holiday home. If a tax is payable, ...
@kevh It's the Local Municipality administration or Amphoe in Thai that normally is sending a letter by registered mail every year to the owner's name and address.If not received you can just go there and ask, they will check and give you a copy by ... 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 ...
@Maxi Mari Thai Driving Licence. - @alffvdh I used GML in Bangkok to get it by transforming from copy of my foreign driving licence basic+international and a local doctor statement of good health and the address certificate by immigration., just ... 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 ...
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 ... Read More
Banking in Thailand by hollytg2003
Hi, I already have a Thai bank account but I’m looking to moving all my monies to that bank however what concerns me is using a debit card to purchase online for example and the card getting used for fraudulent activity?Therefore what ...
@Walnutcharles thank you for your reply… Couple of questions… If you’re shopping on the Internet do you still use the scan code and how? I’m trying to avoid purchasing anything directly from my bank account having recently ... Read More
Used motorbike dealers by llotzy
Hi, can anyone recommend used motorbike dealers in Pattaya please. There seems to be a lack of them in Rayong so I would appreciate any assistance.
@llotzy There are so many specially in Sukhumvit Pattaya portion that the best is to get there one day and look around to chose what you need.Also brand dealers have second hand and you get some month of garanty. Read More
UK prescription renewal options when moving to Thailand by simonbolton79
Hello all,I have a prescription in the UK which is repeated every two months.When me and the wife move to Thailand in 2026, where do I stand with being able to renew over there??Would I still be able to receive from the UK? Alternatively, I guess I ...
@simonbolton79 In Udon I don't know how is but things are developing and often in smaller province if you find a government hospital can be convenient, provided that can comunicate with staff/nurses in Thai first before reaching the doctor.You must ... Read More
UK prescription renewal options when moving to Thailand by simonbolton79
Hello all,I have a prescription in the UK which is repeated every two months.When me and the wife move to Thailand in 2026, where do I stand with being able to renew over there??Would I still be able to receive from the UK? Alternatively, I guess I ...
@simonbolton79 Many medicines can be purchased at Thai Pharmacies while others are only available at hospital's Pharmacies with a previous visit/conversation with the doctors there showing your prescription and asking how much is the price.Better in ... Read More
Laws changing for condo ownership and rentals? by scbrock
HelloI had a meeting with the owner of my condo. And she told me that they are changing the laws about ownership and rentals. She has two buildings and wants all of the owners to be in one building and the rental units in the other. Or, if I ...
@scbrock Yes sure then not worth to move things, and never know if people that come are tidy.Yes, would be more easy to disconnect electric and water to avoid use of washer, or to charge the units on the electric meter when check out, but this ... Read More
Laws changing for condo ownership and rentals? by scbrock
HelloI had a meeting with the owner of my condo. And she told me that they are changing the laws about ownership and rentals. She has two buildings and wants all of the owners to be in one building and the rental units in the other. Or, if I ...
@scbrock That's now sounds completely different from your beginning explanation.If she saw you not living all the time here, then to offer renting it when you not in Thailand, could have been a good proposal from her and act like an agent for you ... Read More
Laws changing for condo ownership and rentals? by scbrock
HelloI had a meeting with the owner of my condo. And she told me that they are changing the laws about ownership and rentals. She has two buildings and wants all of the owners to be in one building and the rental units in the other. Or, if I ...
@scbrockAs far as I know there have not been many changes about owning a condominium unit.If you bought it and you got the Yellow property act (Chanote), which is written in Thai (also your name in Thai characters) then it belongs to you and they ... Read More
Laws changing for condo ownership and rentals? by scbrock
HelloI had a meeting with the owner of my condo. And she told me that they are changing the laws about ownership and rentals. She has two buildings and wants all of the owners to be in one building and the rental units in the other. Or, if I ...
Hello I had a meeting with the owner of my condo. And she told me that they are changing the laws about ownership and rentals. She has two buildings and wants all of the owners to be in one building and the rental units in the other. Or, if I stay ... Read More
Girlfriend living with her nephew by Davey32
Hi,I'm 32 and from Germany but I've been living in Bangkok with my Thai girlfriend since July. I've been together with my girl since about 2 years. She has lived with her nephew (17, the son of her brother) since 3 years. Basically the family is ...
@Davey32This is not Germany, and do not expect that anything like in Germany will happen here, never ever. Will be just opposite.Escape as soon as possible from all that.Go live by yourself or you will pay the consequences of stress that could hit ... Read More
NON-O VISA start date and income verification letter for E-VISA by kentbordelon
I just want someone to help me verify that the actual start date of the 90 days you are allowed to stay in Thailand on a NON-O (marriage VISA in my case) starts when you enter Thailand and not the issue date of the VISA. I know they give you a date ...
@kentbordelonFor the second question better use a bank account statement showing sufficient savings rather than monthly/yearly income to avoid other complicate consequences.Same story when extending stay permit at Thai local immigration after the ... Read More
Getting charged for electric and water while out of country by scbrock
HelloI always turn off my water And electricity when I leave Thailand. There is an access panel in the hallway of my condo that I can turn off the water and a circuit breaker in my room to turn off electricity coming in.I was gone just under two ...
Try to check if there is a switch also under the meter to disconnect both at meter and in room.In my case they come to read on the 9th of each month, if I stop it after then first month will have some kWh charged, and just the 2nd month will be zero ... Read More
like Move to Thailand April 2026 how to Start by janachilles
Hello, i am in September 24 in Nakhon si Thammarat for one Week, i search some Contact for help me make the first step by Visa and buy Property for make Business rent to Tourist, or Cafe or Bakery can some one help me Thank you very much Greetings ...
Hello, i am in September 24 in Nakhon si Thammarat for one Week, i search some Contact for help me make the first step by Visa and buy Property for make Business rent to Tourist, or Cafe or Bakery can some one help me Thank you very much ... Read More
Tax on Foreign-sourced income remitted to Thailand by Zeus.wmo
For anyone who is interested, there is a comprehensive Tax Guide on this topic on the ThaiVisa website under the "Jobs, Economy, Banking, Business, Investments" forum. There is also a separate thread for questions on the topic. It's been ongoing for ...
@martinoo2002No, I not see dark but I am living abroad since I was 2 month old with my parents and later when working myself I worked and lived detached abroad as supervised and buyer and know how they did for the tax payments since the 80s in many ... Read More
Tax on Foreign-sourced income remitted to Thailand by Zeus.wmo
For anyone who is interested, there is a comprehensive Tax Guide on this topic on the ThaiVisa website under the "Jobs, Economy, Banking, Business, Investments" forum. There is also a separate thread for questions on the topic. It's been ongoing for ...
@martinoo2002No need to connect interministerial departments , just an order to check when asking extension to provide a bs document of any kind that they invent in their mind.Like they do in Bok ChaengWattaná when officer give blank paper ... Read More
Tax on Foreign-sourced income remitted to Thailand by Zeus.wmo
For anyone who is interested, there is a comprehensive Tax Guide on this topic on the ThaiVisa website under the "Jobs, Economy, Banking, Business, Investments" forum. There is also a separate thread for questions on the topic. It's been ongoing for ...
On another forum, the following Question was asked: In light of the new tax rules that became effective 1 January 2024, what are you actively and seriously planning and intend to do in response? I answered as follows: - I will not remit any monies ... Read More
Tax on Foreign-sourced income remitted to Thailand by Zeus.wmo
For anyone who is interested, there is a comprehensive Tax Guide on this topic on the ThaiVisa website under the "Jobs, Economy, Banking, Business, Investments" forum. There is also a separate thread for questions on the topic. It's been ongoing for ...
@Maxi Mari Dear Maxi Mari, No, I am not saying that there is no double taxation treaty on the contrary, pensions that are paid directly in Thailand are protected by the treaty and taxes will be paid in Thailand. I am simply saying that in Thailand ... Read More
Tax on Foreign-sourced income remitted to Thailand by Zeus.wmo
For anyone who is interested, there is a comprehensive Tax Guide on this topic on the ThaiVisa website under the "Jobs, Economy, Banking, Business, Investments" forum. There is also a separate thread for questions on the topic. It's been ongoing for ...
@raoul11You saying that in your country there is no tax exemption procedure in case that you live abroad? Sounds strange to me.Anyways tax exempted income could stay and still be credited on your homeland account without transfer it directly to ... Read More
Tax on Foreign-sourced income remitted to Thailand by Zeus.wmo
For anyone who is interested, there is a comprehensive Tax Guide on this topic on the ThaiVisa website under the "Jobs, Economy, Banking, Business, Investments" forum. There is also a separate thread for questions on the topic. It's been ongoing for ...
@martinoo2002I was not saying to chose in advance for Thailand to pay tax. I was just saying to make the proper procedure in your country to be exempted to pay in your homeland.This does not oblidge to declare anything of your assets to Thai ... Read More
Tax on Foreign-sourced income remitted to Thailand by Zeus.wmo
For anyone who is interested, there is a comprehensive Tax Guide on this topic on the ThaiVisa website under the "Jobs, Economy, Banking, Business, Investments" forum. There is also a separate thread for questions on the topic. It's been ongoing for ...
The following rule is about European systems for expat. Don't know about other continents but could be similar.Any EU European that want to live in Thailand more than 6 month should get in touch with own local Municipality in order to change the own ... Read More
Passing a driver license in Thailand - what's the process? by Sonia_says_yes
Hi there, I am finding it difficult to understand the process of taking a few lessons then passing my driving license in Thailand, specially (but not necessarily) Bangkok .It's my understanding that it's pretty straightforward here, but who should I ...
@Maxi Mari Again the os how.i did.i the first time. I went alone, did not speak Thai had everything prepared but not the medical document. Around the corner was a clinic, done. Did the break and eye test and sat in the vdo room. After a few ... Read More
Passing a driver license in Thailand - what's the process? by Sonia_says_yes
Hi there, I am finding it difficult to understand the process of taking a few lessons then passing my driving license in Thailand, specially (but not necessarily) Bangkok .It's my understanding that it's pretty straightforward here, but who should I ...
@Sonia_says_yes Procedures don change, people change them to make money out of other people I wil ask my son which school he used.... -@martinoo2002Thai Governament and each Ministry have changed often procedures for foreigners in last 10 ... Read More
Passing a driver license in Thailand - what's the process? by Sonia_says_yes
Hi there, I am finding it difficult to understand the process of taking a few lessons then passing my driving license in Thailand, specially (but not necessarily) Bangkok .It's my understanding that it's pretty straightforward here, but who should I ...
@Maxi Mari This is the same procedure if you do it yourself which I did 20 some years ago... exactly the same For free -@martinoo2002Ok try to make it yourself the first time, (I am not talking about extension but about the first time for ... Read More
Passing a driver license in Thailand - what's the process? by Sonia_says_yes
Hi there, I am finding it difficult to understand the process of taking a few lessons then passing my driving license in Thailand, specially (but not necessarily) Bangkok .It's my understanding that it's pretty straightforward here, but who should I ...
@Sonia_says_yes They do indeed, and now I'm getting conflicting info again Do you know how to easily get one? I'm not finding it easy, as it seems the procedure depends on the location (I'm in BKK) -@Sonia_says_yesThe certificate of ... Read More
Taxes when buying a condo in Thailand by marcson72
Could you please kindly inform/educate me what kind of Taxes I need to pay when purchasing a condo in Bangkok in Thailand ? Thank you
Could you please kindly inform/educate me what kind of Taxes I need to pay when purchasing a condo in Bangkok in Thailand ? Thank you -@marcson72There is a Land office transfer tax, that can be shared 50-50 or paid by either one of ... Read More
Passing a driver license in Thailand - what's the process? by Sonia_says_yes
Hi there, I am finding it difficult to understand the process of taking a few lessons then passing my driving license in Thailand, specially (but not necessarily) Bangkok .It's my understanding that it's pretty straightforward here, but who should I ...
Hey just to be clear everyone, I already know how to drive and I've been driving for over 20 years. The reason I don't have a license is an administrative error with the United States because I travel constantly and the covid prevented me from ... Read More
My Experience Getting a Retirement Visa by Paul_Adams
US Citizen 2 week trip presently and returning in May for one month I was able to obtain a non-O, 90 day visa through the Washington DC embassy. I was shocked that they issued that to me without being in Thailand. I did not have to get insurance, ...
@simonbolton79 i had the same issue with people giving conflicting information or bickering or even being abusive. i think they see people asking same questions over and over again and getting frustrated. Each country has different ... Read More
Re-Entry Permit (Thailand) by marcson72
As a Non Immigrant OA Visa 1 year with Multiple Entry (Thailand) Holder.Do I need to get Re-Entry Permit when I want to travel to neighbour countries such as Singapore, Vietnam etc... I do not think I need Re-Entry Permit as I have Multiple Entry ...
@marcson72Yes what wrote martinoo is correct but one advise: when you hand the passport to immigration officer at arrival let him know you have that kind of visa already, sometimes they don't check and think you come as tourist 30 days. Read More
Extend 90 days by Teatowel
Anyone know if it's possible to extend the 90 days visa for a further 90 days instead of 1 year? If so how many times can you do this? I need more time before I decide to go the whole way and put 800k in Thai account.
@martinoo2002 the thing is that I want to live in a few different areas before I sign a lease and of course can't open bank account without lease. Airbnb most of them are minimum 2 weeks. Any less and they don't approve and tell you to go to a ... Read More
Looking to Build a small home in Muangsamsib, Ubon Ratchathani by Mandos73
I plan to build in Muangsamsib, Ubon Ratchathani and buy a condo in Chiang Mai. I'm hoping to hear suggestions or recommendations from wiser minds.
It's not that simple.Normally you cannot buy and own the land as a foreigner and you should then rent it for limited time or buy and register on a Thai person. This means you will build the walls on others property with the consequences that the ... Read More
Visa O retire by North24
Hi Has anyone gone through an agent like me asking for a retirement visa. I had the fund last year for the 3 months but could not extend for 1 year for personal reasons. The agent proposed me to have the visa for 12 months with passport stamp for ...
Hi Has anyone gone through an agent like me asking for a retirement visa. I had the fund last year for the 3 months but could not extend for 1 year for personal reasons. The agent proposed me to have the visa for 12 months with passport stamp for ... Read More
Best visa options for me arriving 20th January 2024 by petercc028
Hi all, 71 year old Brit with wife arriving the 20th January, previously living Thailand 18 years ago and China the last 14 years.Considered PH but decided our preference is Thailand.So, I'm assuming that since I am going the tourist visa route and ...
Hi all, 71 year old Brit with wife arriving the 20th January, previously living Thailand 18 years ago and China the last 14 years. Considered PH but decided our preference is Thailand. So, I'm assuming that since I am going the tourist visa route ... Read More
Thailand Retirement Visa O-A by JonSt
Hi, I'm new to the forum so bear with me as this has most likely been asked many times :)I’m looking at the requirements for this Visa and if I go ahead with my plans to retire at 55, I understand that 800k baht will need to stay in a Thai ...
Hi, I'm new to the forum so bear with me as this has most likely been asked many times I’m looking at the requirements for this Visa and if I go ahead with my plans to retire at 55, I understand that 800k baht will need to stay in a Thai ... 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 ...
In my experience if a person does not have a pension in own land and living on savings that are abroad and withdraw by foreign ATM card or pay by foreign Credit card or transfers from own bank account abroad to own name in a Thai bank account once ... Read More
Health insurance by davecndn
Hello.can you guys tell me what you use for health insurance? Currently I’m looking at 1 year $1mm policy with my son for $325/mo with $1500 deductible. Call me crazy I don’t know why I thought it would be cheaper.
Hi LeedsForever, I think I'm in the same boat as you - under 65 (I'm nearly 62), no major health problems. What sort of coverage would you recommend? Basically I would like to know what you have with Pacific Cross, if you wouldn't mind. The name of ... Read More
Cost of health insurance for expats by marclarouche
This is more of a general question as I know it will vary greatly. I am interested in learning what the average cost of health insurance is for a retiree in Thailand. I was recently given a quote of 457.00 a month which seems steep to me considering ...
This is more of a general question as I know it will vary greatly. I am interested in learning what the average cost of health insurance is for a retiree in Thailand. I was recently given a quote of 457.00 a month which seems steep to me considering ... Read More
Entry with O type visa vs exemption by GuestPoster371
It night sound like a silly question, but I'll ask anyway...Once you get the O type visa in your passport, do you HAVE to use it or can you choose when to use it, i.e enter with an exemption up to 30 days, leave the country and THEN use the SINGLE ...
It night sound like a silly question, but I'll ask anyway... Once you get the O type visa in your passport, do you HAVE to use it or can you choose when to use it, i.e enter with an exemption up to 30 days, leave the country and THEN use the SINGLE ... Read More
Income certificates for Thai Citizens by Jim Walsh
Hi Guys,Hoping I can get some advice on this.I have been supporting my wife(soon to be ex-wife) in Thailand for 4 years now. I should be able to claim her as a dependant on my Tax form & receive a significant sum in tax relief. ...
Normally the european countries base this information on an auto self certification or a certificate issued by your Revenue or Tax office there, stating The absence of income in your country, being she married to you and registered in Ireland I ... 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 ...
@WalnutcharlesI have read often that shouldn't be much allowed to bring into Thailand any foreign medicine.There could be much difference if it's a pharmacy that forward it to you. Cause then it's not a private package and should require an ... Read More
Studying in Thailand by penelope mboumba
Hi, I'm penny and I wanted to know if can do like two or three (first) years of study ( in architecture) and come back in France to do a master? Or if it's better of I do my first years of studying in France and I go for like one year of exchange in ...
@BhavnaSee my above message please Read More
Studying in Thailand by penelope mboumba
Hi, I'm penny and I wanted to know if can do like two or three (first) years of study ( in architecture) and come back in France to do a master? Or if it's better of I do my first years of studying in France and I go for like one year of exchange in ...
@Bhavnadavecndn is continuing to use offensive expressions also towards me.I received an e-mail from the system but cannot fully open it and can read only the beginning in which he is calling me:"... *****..." I think this guy should be radiate from ... Read More
Studying in Thailand
Hello everyone, Please note that some off-topic posts have been put aside from this thread. Regards Bhavna -@BhavnaWell done but you should not put away mine cause I did not talk bad but was just horrified how that guy could talk to ... Read More
Studying in Thailand[b]useless by davecndn
@Leeds forever! lol duhhhhh, read my comments i know i agreed with ya! You seem to be displaying a solid example of thai edumacation along with thaksin ego. bravooo
@davecndnMy dear Lord, what a low kind of person are you? Are you out of your mind to write like that ? You should shame yourself... Read More
Medical Insurance LTR visa by SKumar48
HiI am planning to apply for LTR visa. I understand that I need to have medical insurance before I apply for the visa.Can anyone pls suggest the best and economical medical insurance. We are in age group of 57-62. Thanks
@Leeds forever! That's not true, you can use an insurance taken abroad that covers long stays outside your homeland like 3, 6, 9, 12 month. European insurers do such certificates in English language Read More
Register Of A Car by Shed20
How can I find out whether a car is registered in someone's name? that was bought in Thailand? In the UK we just go online and use gov.UK.
@Shed20 you should go to a Land transport office with plate registration number and chassy code number and see if they first match and ask for the owner's name.But if there is no book then better not buy cause cannot make the yearly check and pay ... 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
@mirasoljoeselynclaveriaYou can try this place in Bangkok near BTS Krungthonburi Metro Skytrain station they have rooms but just ceiling fan (no aircon) without furniture, for 3,000 baht (about 90US$) + electricity and water paid separate end of ... Read More
English tax on rental in Thailand by 1895whiffer
I have a summer seasonal business' in the Uk.My accountant say I have to have a accountant in Thailand for the three flats I own and rent out in Koh Samui and pay English tax on them this cant be right.Is this true I thought you cant take out of ...
I have a summer seasonal business' in the Uk.My accountant say I have to have a accountant in Thailand for the three flats I own and rent out in Koh Samui and pay English tax on them this cant be right.Is this true I thought you cant take out of ... Read More
English tax on rental in Thailand by 1895whiffer
I have a summer seasonal business' in the Uk.My accountant say I have to have a accountant in Thailand for the three flats I own and rent out in Koh Samui and pay English tax on them this cant be right.Is this true I thought you cant take out of ...
Leeds forever is right, very complicate matter, that's why when opening an account Thai banks want you go first to your embassy and get a statement to avoid they report and so you report yourself.International bank agreements between countries are ... Read More
Modest Beach Life by Scott H (The Duke)
Hey there fellow Expats, I'm currently living in the Philippines and planning on spending about 3 months in Thailand with my girlfriend. I'm looking for something that has some good nightlife (to be more specific just want some decent places to ...
Hey there fellow Expats, I'm currently living in the Philippines and planning on spending about 3 months in Thailand with my girlfriend. I'm looking for something that has some good nightlife (to be more specific just want some decent places to sit ... Read More
Prescription medicines by Raymond Kamma17
Hi, Any Aussie pensioners out there know about getting prescription medication. through Australian PBS. Paying a lot for heart medication. Can get same in aus. For next to nothing. Cheers.
@Raymond Kamma17 if the need of medicines is for long time and expensive then just calculate and compare if what you pay for one year medicines is higher than a flight ticket back to AUS. then consider to go make a stock and come back Thailand with ... Read More
Pattaya: schools (grades 7 onward) - recommendations, experiences? by pr3d4t0r
Hello again!Our current plan is to spend the summer in Pattaya setting up house (see my previous posts), then move to Pattaya Dec 2023 - Jun 2024, then perhaps permanently. Our son is 11-years old, passed to 7th grade with honors, attends a very ...
@pr3d4t0r I suppose that the best way is to locate first where you will set your home and the chosen school's position and after you arrive there this summer try to test the road to get to each school at morning as you would take your son to ... Read More
90 days online do not work with stange message by GuestPoster108
Hello CommunityI have a strange message when trying to do my 90 days online. It says "You have been approved. Your next application is not yet due".This come when I hit submit in the form. My 90 days are due June 13, We are June 9. The data in the ...
@Corsita So you arrived at first with the Non-imm visa 6 month ago and then within the 3 month you made the request for the yearly retirement stay permit..... and at that stage the 90 days report is not required yet but it just start the count down, ... Read More
90 days online do not work with stange message by GuestPoster108
Hello CommunityI have a strange message when trying to do my 90 days online. It says "You have been approved. Your next application is not yet due".This come when I hit submit in the form. My 90 days are due June 13, We are June 9. The data in the ...
@Leeds forever! Might be but on the instructions it's not stated so clearly that can do till due date.I would stay within the old 15 and 7 days before.In any case thank you for the info. Read More
90 days online do not work with stange message by GuestPoster108
Hello CommunityI have a strange message when trying to do my 90 days online. It says "You have been approved. Your next application is not yet due".This come when I hit submit in the form. My 90 days are due June 13, We are June 9. The data in the ...
@Corsita 1) In the instruction details it writes that after you complete the form online and submit: "The system will send a response via your registered email. And It will be marked as ‘Pending’ approval status." Did you receive such an ... Read More
90 days online do not work with stange message by GuestPoster108
Hello CommunityI have a strange message when trying to do my 90 days online. It says "You have been approved. Your next application is not yet due".This come when I hit submit in the form. My 90 days are due June 13, We are June 9. The data in the ...
@Corsita you did not mention when you have filled and submitted the online form.Did you do it between 15 and 7 days before?Means between 30/may and 6/june ?If you cannot find the new statement with the new due date in red to print, then means that ... Read More
Pay personal income tax in Thailand over funds brought in from abroad by HKT Expat
In 2022 I stayed over 180 days in Thailand. I did not work in Thailand. I have funds/savings in Europe and make transfers to my Thai Bank account. I requested for a Tax Identification number but the officer asked me to show my bankbook and want to ...
@Leeds forever! Yes right I have been living in about 20 different countries in my past 43 years when working abroad and had my original residency with my own country established and registered abroad at my Embassy, so that I could be exempted in ... Read More
Pay personal income tax in Thailand over funds brought in from abroad by HKT Expat
In 2022 I stayed over 180 days in Thailand. I did not work in Thailand. I have funds/savings in Europe and make transfers to my Thai Bank account. I requested for a Tax Identification number but the officer asked me to show my bankbook and want to ...
@HKT Expat What makes you think that being 180 days in Thailand is equal to be a resident here?The one year retirement stay permit is not attesting that you are resident, right because the stay permit is just temporary and must be renovated every ... Read More
Pay personal income tax in Thailand over funds brought in from abroad by HKT Expat
In 2022 I stayed over 180 days in Thailand. I did not work in Thailand. I have funds/savings in Europe and make transfers to my Thai Bank account. I requested for a Tax Identification number but the officer asked me to show my bankbook and want to ...
@Leeds forever! But if you married to a Thai and have your pension paid in your country abroad, bringing in by credit card, Atm card or bank transfer the money you need to live every day, every month or when you like, you will not pay any income tax ... Read More
Staying 45 days - flight tickets question by Stefan Blassss
Hello,We plan to stay in Thailand for 45 days.In this moment the Thai Immigration Bureau will allow foreigners to stay in Thailand for 30 days. Tourists will be able to apply for a 30 days visa extension.I know that we have to show the flight back ...
@Stefan Blassss You can apply for a longer stay visa at Thai embassy before leaving to have peace of mind or you can extend here for additional 30 days if you get just 30 days on arrival. I have been travelling often with one way ticket, cause you ... Read More
Condo purchase in Bangkok by PatrickInSGP
Hi allI am looking to buy a condo in Bangkok, first for investment/rental income, then likely retirement in 10 years or so. I have done a fair bit of browsing and I am starting to get the gist of it but not fully. I have looked at immigration, ...
@PatrickInSGPI am living in Charoen Nakhorn road just near the Chao Praya river very breezy and with an open view to the spectacular fireworks of every celebration made in Bangkok, near BTS Krungthonburi and near Golden BTS connection Line to famous ... Read More
Finding an Expat lawyer in Phuket by scbrock
HelloCan someone recommend an expat lawyer in the Phuketarea. I have Googled this and only get hits for Englishspeaking lawyers or services for foreigners.
@scbrock why should a foreign lawyer with foreign name and diploma write that is an expat like someone coming here just to spend some part of his life ??A lawyer is an official recognised registered business operator, with a work visa and a work ... Read More
Marriage VISA by rzugnoni
I am married to a Thai. We have a US marriage certificate in addition to a certified translation from English to Thai. I have been in Thailand for the past two years on a non-immigrant Type O visa. I am getting close to my third extension and would ...
In some countries a marriage certificate made by Municipality or Marriage office, needs various steps to become international.Has to be stamped there by Ministery of Interior, then counterstamped by Ministery of Exterior, then brought to Thai ... Read More
running the border for visa renwell by GuestPoster951
I'd like to retire to Thailand, however My pension doesn't cover the monthly income requirement for the retirement visa. I'm confident that it is enough to live on.I understand that I can get a tourist visa for 90 days and renew it by leaving and ...
@Leeds forever! I suggest this way with an agent as extreem ratio just in case to have the first time more easy and learn how to do the next time. I arrived with NON-IMM-O Visa and had already bank account made one year before as a tourist cause was ... Read More
running the border for visa renwell
@AussieBob99 why do you attack Leedsforever like that? As far as I see he is not like you say, he suggested always in good ways. Sorry but in this moment you look to be over raged for nothing... Read More
running the border for visa renwell by GuestPoster951
I'd like to retire to Thailand, however My pension doesn't cover the monthly income requirement for the retirement visa. I'm confident that it is enough to live on.I understand that I can get a tourist visa for 90 days and renew it by leaving and ...
@kitchenknife sorry to say, better not say such things. If you are not able to set-up your mind and live more simple then it's your problem and better if you go back where you come from but do not suggest it to others. Read More
running the border for visa renwell by GuestPoster951
I'd like to retire to Thailand, however My pension doesn't cover the monthly income requirement for the retirement visa. I'm confident that it is enough to live on.I understand that I can get a tourist visa for 90 days and renew it by leaving and ...
@Leeds forever! I agree with you, compared to European cost of life to live in Thailand is much more easy. I lived in TH 10 years (and still I am here) without job income and neither any pension, just my savings, and I could live very good. Here ... Read More
running the border for visa renwell by GuestPoster951
I'd like to retire to Thailand, however My pension doesn't cover the monthly income requirement for the retirement visa. I'm confident that it is enough to live on.I understand that I can get a tourist visa for 90 days and renew it by leaving and ...
@Huey N Rolf Yes as other said, or income or deposit or combination. But once you get in any ways at Embassy in your country the NON-IMM-O visa for 90 days then once you are here there are the Local Visa agencies options that make everything for you ... Read More
Buying a small hotel in Thailand. Questions. by SnowHater
Hello, guysWell, one of my weirdest dreams. To buy a small hotel and to move to Thailand.I've read everything I found. Ive studied everything I could. But still.I know it will be complicated and doubtful in terms of big profits. But this is the case ...
@SnowHater you want to enter in the never ending risk....?You cannot buy a hotel in Thailand like you think is done abroad...You cannot posses the land as a foreigner and so a building on it is something uncertain too.To buy land you must establish ... Read More
New LTR - 10 Year - Visa Process For Retirees by Guest7902
Thought people might be interested in the process for these new visas.1. Register and submit online an application for qualification endorsement for LTR Visa and supporting documents. These documents are submitted to the Bureau of Investment for ...
@Bigrad Wolf how did you learn lessons on books when you went to school...?By reading more and more times the subject and the details explained or just asking arround ?Of course then you are confused.Anyway the steps are:1st go to a Thai embassy2nd ... Read More
transfer money to thai bank account by Dennis uk
hi my name is dennis from scotland i am looking to move to pattaya in the future,my question is what is the easiest way to transfer funds from uk bank to thai bank ( for example the £18000 needed for retirement visa) thanks Dennis
@Dennis uk I see your question is very old but just to update the matter: "in 2018 I used to do by computer but now a days since bank's phone applications it is very easy to transfer from any European bank account to a Thai bank account a ... Read More
transfer money to thai bank account by Dennis uk
hi my name is dennis from scotland i am looking to move to pattaya in the future,my question is what is the easiest way to transfer funds from uk bank to thai bank ( for example the £18000 needed for retirement visa) thanks Dennis
@Bigrad Wolf Considering the attitude of banks here in Thailand it looks to be impossible to open from UK.To open a Thai basic savings account you should come to Thailand first and bring your Passport and a photocopy of passport with "Statement to ... Read More
Planning to spend Holidays in Thailand with Family by wsmhagazi
I am planning to spend next year January in Thailand with my wife & kids, need some info like:Weather in Jan in top visiting destinations of Thailand?Is it a good idea to select Thailand while traveling with Kids less than 10, things are safe ...
@AussieBob99 and who can assure you everywhere in the world that you or your kids could not get sick, this happens in Europe, in America, in Asia, wherever and insects or virus can be everywhere as well as sicknesses, and if you are not able to ... Read More
Planning to spend Holidays in Thailand with Family by wsmhagazi
I am planning to spend next year January in Thailand with my wife & kids, need some info like:Weather in Jan in top visiting destinations of Thailand?Is it a good idea to select Thailand while traveling with Kids less than 10, things are safe ...
@wsmhagazi why dont you ask a travel agent or Google yourself all this informations, instead of writing all this requests waiting that others do the job for you and in a free of charge way. It doesn't seem to be a correct way to act.We or at least I ... Read More