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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, ...
@Arild Huitfeldthope you are feeling ok. i finally heard from your agent. They do not handle Bangkok visas:( Read More
Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker
Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...
Thank you Read More
Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker
Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...
@martinoo2002Okay. TM 30 was done at my 1 year. 25 year? I will look online. I hope it is found in pdf format and can be filled in advance. I appreciate your help. Read More
Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker
Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...
@martinoo2002this will be my second time so online is fine. My agent is local, he just charges too much 25000 baht including tge visa. Extra for multi entry. My landlord provides a tm30 and lease My bank on request will provide other paperwork. My ... Read More
Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker
Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...
@martinoo2002ok Always some complications. Have you ever used the quarterly check in process? I would prefer to not go to immigration For some reason bolt has led my driver to the wrong location twice First driver left me at wrong location. ... Read More
Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker
Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...
@martinoo2002Sorry for the late response Are you saying the apartments do not require a deposit? Are these apartments located in a condo building meaning they only apartment units? How did you find these apartments? i currently rent a condo from a ... Read More
Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker
Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...
@martinoo2002thank you for your response i wonder what happens if you move in with a thai lady and the lease or ownership of the property is in her name? Read More
Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker
Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...
@martinoo2002thank you. i get much mixed information. My first retirement visa i had a 9 month lease because i had to have a 3 month bank account. Read More
Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker
Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...
@rbakkerthanks for your prompt reply. Your deposit would be held by the landlord? Sounds like your agreement is directly with the building? I tried walking up to a few condos and they referred me to an agent or owner. My current landlord is a ... 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, ...
@rbakkerTried to contact Jimmy. No response from his email. What is the darkside?Thank you Read More
Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker
Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...
@rbakkerthanks. I hate making a 1 year lease if i am not sure where i want to live. I would assume you need a lease for every quarterly check in. Have you used the online check in? Where did you find your rentals? Many agents and condo owners are ... Read More
Cost of Visa agent by JonSt
Anyone who can share what they paid for agent services for opening a bank account and help with a non-immigrant O visa after arriving in Thailand?I do have the 800k to deposit into a Thai bank account, so I don't need their "help" with that ...
@martinoo2002i used an agent and yes i needed his help because i only had my bank account for 2 months not 3 . Now if i know all the correct forms and have them filled in before coming, that should work. First i would need to know what forms to ... 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, ...
@Arild Huitfeldtno luck using phone number for Line. i emailed him and have not heard anything back. Do you know his line ID name? 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, ...
@Arild Huitfeldti was unable to search with the phone number on line. i emailed him. i am so sorry about the cancer. Read More
Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker
Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...
@Pete-bkk711wha t happens if you move from a condo to an air bnb after you have your bank account? i know they needed one to set up the account. i am not sure how long i can live in thailand. 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, ...
Ok does he have a line account? i only have a data phone My line id is texaslovesthailand 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, ...
@simonbolton79i 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 requirements in ... 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, ...
@martinoo2002i went for my first checkin and things webt smoothly only issue was Bolt gave the taxi driver rhe wrong location concerns me thst such a huge facility with so many users would have that Issue I was lucky the driver was honest He did ... 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, ...
@martinoo2002have you done the online 90 day check in ? ifso was it easy? I read tge website does not always work Read More
Condominium Rental
Looking for a 30 sq meter 1 bedroom condominium in bangkok near bts and mrt Quiet part of building on shady side Need fully furnished washing machine and air conditioning Read More
Cost of Visa agent by JonSt
Anyone who can share what they paid for agent services for opening a bank account and help with a non-immigrant O visa after arriving in Thailand?I do have the 800k to deposit into a Thai bank account, so I don't need their "help" with that ...
@JonSt Are you allowed to disclose the agent tgat pays 6000 baht? i paid too much myself yet i do not know if i can di the process without hand holding. This time i will not need the payoffs necessary to get my visa. Getting to the front of the line ... 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 Great comment Leeds has been very condesending, rude,crude, ugly for too long. He should have been kicked off this site a long time ago Read More
Cost of Visa agent by JonSt
Anyone who can share what they paid for agent services for opening a bank account and help with a non-immigrant O visa after arriving in Thailand?I do have the 800k to deposit into a Thai bank account, so I don't need their "help" with that ...
@rbakkersome agents fund it to 800 k as part of the 25000 baht fee some larger ones charge 3000 baht to fund tge account to 800k and then remove it Read More
Cost of Visa agent by JonSt
Anyone who can share what they paid for agent services for opening a bank account and help with a non-immigrant O visa after arriving in Thailand?I do have the 800k to deposit into a Thai bank account, so I don't need their "help" with that ...
@JonSta thai friend helped me open a bank account and i used a agent to get my 1 year retirement visa 25000 baht Read More
Cost of Visa agent by JonSt
Anyone who can share what they paid for agent services for opening a bank account and help with a non-immigrant O visa after arriving in Thailand?I do have the 800k to deposit into a Thai bank account, so I don't need their "help" with that ...
@JonSti set my account at kbank and they had a english speaker Read More
Dentist in Bangkok by krensvs
Hi, Does anyone know if Edelweiss dental house is good for root canal treatment and crown? Thanks Karen
@GuestposterKhi do you have a denyist in bk? line ID *** 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 ...
I have found 2 different women on tinder and language is a big issue Also both are very jealous if i talk to other women or even get a massage i wish i could meet someone in the park or mall but have not felt comfortable talking to strangers i ... Read More
Cheating. A topic worth discussing by Paul_Adams
Some may think this is a stupid topic but I am curious. My GF had a husband that cheated and just about every woman she works with is divorced from a husband that cheated or more frequently, just left them for someone else.The GF says it's ...
Where do you find these kind and truthful women not in bars or massage parlors 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, ...
@chutimaprojectsforgivw me for soundimg stupid but what is the 90% figure used for? That figure is followed by 49%!foreigner 51% thai thanks in advance Read More
Looking For New Friends in Thailand by Oline
Hello Nice to meet you all ^^ I'm oline from indonesia I can speak indonesia and english i'm Studied about tourism in Jakarta and I love travelling I already go to thailand third times and have plan again to vissit thai next year,coz I love Thai ...
@Lindsay west aussiei am an american living in ploenchit area would enjoy meeting Read More
Health insurance by joskeenanky
Do someone know a good health insurance In Thailand Thanks
@Leeds forever! Yes I do. I took several insurance courses and I was involved in investment risk management why are you so mean to people in this site. Do you have adhd and no filter. I also was married to an insurance risk management. 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
I am making a decision to sell my home and car and move to Thailand. I’m scared to death but I have some life altering medical issues and life is short. I have friends that say go for it and others that say don’t go. I only was there for ... Read More
Health insurance by joskeenanky
Do someone know a good health insurance In Thailand Thanks
I have found that the best insurance is very costly and I don’t feel comfortable with my mediocre insurance policy. I also noticed that a lot of health insurance ends at age 70. What are we old folks to do I hear of many people self insuring. ... 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
Thanks for your replay. I understand about Leeds and I am sorry I took it so personally. I have struggled with this whole process and it is stressful selling my home and car and hoping that my stay in Thailand is as enjoyable as my first 5 month ... 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
@chutimaprojects Thanks so much for your response. I know that Leeds Forever called me clueless and I guess I am. He has to understand that this is only my second visit to Thailand and I only had a the free visa that you get on arrival. I have the ... 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
@chutimaprojects Are you saying that you don’t have medical insurance? I am coming in on a o visa and they required medical insurance. Are you there on a oa visa? On the oa visa in the USA they required a medical checkup, a criminal background ... 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
@chutimaprojects thanks for your thorough comments. I noticed that some medical insurance ends at age 70. What do you do when you no longer can get medical insurance because of your age? 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
Pertaining to your question, I would like to know if there are policies that you can buy after coming to Thailand. Again I just got the minimum coverage in order to get the visa. I would like to get something better than $100000 coverage. 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
There are many types of medical insurance and you get what you pay for. I got a cheaper policy with 100,000 USD coverage and I don't feel that comfortable about it. I've seen insurance from $200 a month to over a $1000 a month. Again the cheaper one ... Read More
Tourist Visa USA Thai Agent in BK
I am having trouble understanding the forms that the Thai Embassy wants me download. One seems to ask for a photos of me holding my passport. That seems weird. I understand the pages of my passport for the last 1 year. I understand the hotel ... 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 ...
@profesBrian I am from the USA and thinking of moving to Thailand longer term...say a minimum of 1 year. What kind of Visa do you have? I am retired and considering a 1 year 0-A Visa for retirees? I am concerned about the banking minimums and the ... 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 ...
@Leeds forever! Thanks for your response. How many times am I allowed to leave every 45 days? I would not want to be banned. I just want to figure the most cost effective way to stay for a longer term. I was looking at a retirement visa of 6 months ... 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 ...
@Maxi Mari I am seriously thinking of living in Thailand. I have a girlfriend there. The last time I came I did a visa run roughly every 45 days. I want to stay longer and was considering an O-A Retirement Visa which I believe is either 6 months of ... 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 I renewed my tickets less than 45 days apart just in case I had a flight issue. I don't know what the consequences are of not leaving Thailand on time. Read More