Paul_Adams
American looking for information about Thailand
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Registration: 11 November 2023
Any experience with Isaan Lawyers? by Paul_Adams
Have any of you had experience with them? Good? Bad? If it's not too personal to ask, what area of help did they give you? If you have had a good experience with another firm, I'm open for suggestions. If you had a bad experience with a firm, I ...
@judyksp Thanks Read More
Any experience with Isaan Lawyers?
Have any of you had experience with them? Good? Bad? If it's not too personal to ask, what area of help did they give you? If you have had a good experience with another firm, I'm open for suggestions. If you had a bad experience with a firm, I ... Read More
Mobile phone plans in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Staying connected while living in Thailand remains a priority for expats, especially when choosing a mobile operator or to understand the local specificities of mobile plans. Here some elements to consider: How to choose ...
After seeing some ridiculous prices, especially at the airport, I went directly to a DTAC store. $58.00 for an entire year w/data 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 ...
Starts on the day you enter Thailand Read More
Retirement Visa help and tips by Angela Farlam
I moved to Australia from the UK 18 years ago and have also I been traveling to Thailand for seventeen years since my son moved to Bangkok. I am now hoping to move there on a retirement visa within a few months. I'm thinking the one where you ...
I’m an American citizen and just got my retirement visa. I tried to use the income verification, but the USA embassy does not sign the required document that immigration will want. I brought in a certified statement from my bank stating what ... Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
@rbakker I just completed a test run using OZK Bank and Western Union on the same day. These are real numbers, not guessing or speculating for the Non-Believer.The exchange for dollar to Baht was as follows for $20kwith OZK Bank 1:36.91Western ... Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
"i simply went to the Wise site and ran the numbers and it gives the calculation." But that doesn't tell me what *your* bank would charge. I would love to find a bank that has a flat fee of $50 and uses the middle exchange rate. And other banks ... Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
"my local bank for a flat fee of $50.00 (other banks even less) and get the actual US Treasury exchange rate"Which local bank is that? My local bank charges absolutely eye-gougingly high fees for international transfers."Wise will ... Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
"my local bank for a flat fee of $50.00 (other banks even less) and get the actual US Treasury exchange rate" Which local bank is that? My local bank charges absolutely eye-gougingly high fees for international transfers. "Wise will reduce the ... Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
More info for wire transfers. For large sums of money it is better for me to wire from my local bank for a flat fee of $50.00 (other banks even less) and get the actual US Treasury exchange rate. Other Companies like Western Union and ... Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
@obeiddoug172You're trying to transfer money out of Thailand? Is that something you think you'll be doing often? -@rbakkerThe amount of interest lost by leaving 800,000 in a Thai bank equates to $100 US ... 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 ...
As i mentioned in another post, needing a Thai speaking person with you depends on the area you are applying. In the heavily populated expat areas, many are having an easy time. My experience in Trat was the opposite. Very difficult to ... Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
@rbakker I can only speak for the USA. I transfer money in and out of my accounts with multiple banks and there are no fees whatsoever as long as I do it online on their website. If I go to Western Union or wise, there are fees for sure. This is ... Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
@kdonn123 I'm trying to use the Bangkok website to transfer money so there is no or less fees. Wise will have fees both directions. I already have a Western Union account, but again, the fees on large transfers are punishing Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ... 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, ...
I was shocked because they did not require the insurance. Everything said you had to be in Thailand to get a non O visa without health insurance. There was so much different information that I called the Washington DC Thai Embassy. They told me I ... 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, ...
@gatorman320 Several told me the same thing. However, how long do you argue with them? We spent 15 minutes and again, my GF can be pretty persuasiveThe bank and immigration office were both in Trat. Not an abundance of expats ... Read More
My Experience Getting a Retirement Visa
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, ... Read More
Thai visa system is a mess by shenpa
Why is the visa system such a hideous confusing mess. In Australia you can apply on the Canberra website, Sydney Website or the Thai website. All three have various conflicting different requirements for O, OA and OX. For example the Sydney ...
@shenpa in a us bank i was really surprised and happy about that Read More
Thai visa system is a mess by shenpa
Why is the visa system such a hideous confusing mess. In Australia you can apply on the Canberra website, Sydney Website or the Thai website. All three have various conflicting different requirements for O, OA and OX. For example the Sydney ...
You are absolutely correct. As a US citizen, I found the same thing. Constantly getting conflicting information between the Thai website, the USA website, the local immigration office, and here on the forum.In the end, I applied for an O visa via ... Read More
Income Verification requirements for non O Visa (instead of Deposit) by Paul_Adams
I am attempting to get my Visa without having to struggle to open a bank account, wait 60 days and the money transfer. Instead, I prefer to apply with income only. Unfortunately they are asking for verification of income from the USA embassy. ...
@Shlomotion thank you!!!! Read More
Purchasing a home in Thailand by Paul_Adams
From researching it appears that A foreigner typically can not own land even when married You can own the house 100% (just not the land) It's possible to get a get a 30 year lease on the landDo I have this correct? For those with experience, what ...
Martinoo... quote "If you pay for the land at aquisition I suggest you make up a loan agreement with your partner payable at your request."From my understanding (reading) that when property is purchased, and the Thai national has to be the ... Read More
Purchasing a home in Thailand by Paul_Adams
From researching it appears that A foreigner typically can not own land even when married You can own the house 100% (just not the land) It's possible to get a get a 30 year lease on the landDo I have this correct? For those with experience, what ...
@Safetypaul1 From what I read, there needs to be a will or a marriage contract to inherit the land. Even then, you can only own it for one year and then must dispose it. Without the will, the property is dispersed by statute. Unfortunately, a will ... Read More
Purchasing a home in Thailand
From researching it appears that A foreigner typically can not own land even when married You can own the house 100% (just not the land) It's possible to get a get a 30 year lease on the landDo I have this correct? For those with experience, what ... Read More
Income Verification requirements for non O Visa (instead of Deposit) by Paul_Adams
I am attempting to get my Visa without having to struggle to open a bank account, wait 60 days and the money transfer. Instead, I prefer to apply with income only. Unfortunately they are asking for verification of income from the USA embassy. ...
@rbakker Yes, I was really surprised. When I saw the email, I thought it would be a rejection. I hope to get the one year extension using only income. We'll see how that flies when I get there. Another unknown. I'll take the GF with me to the ... Read More
Income Verification requirements for non O Visa (instead of Deposit) by Paul_Adams
I am attempting to get my Visa without having to struggle to open a bank account, wait 60 days and the money transfer. Instead, I prefer to apply with income only. Unfortunately they are asking for verification of income from the USA embassy. ...
UPDATE.....I applied for a Non O from the USA using the eVisa to the Washington DC office.. I assumed it would be rejected. However, they only asked me to produce a bank statement that I had $30,000 US dollars in a US bank ... Read More
Income Verification requirements for non O Visa (instead of Deposit) by Paul_Adams
I am attempting to get my Visa without having to struggle to open a bank account, wait 60 days and the money transfer. Instead, I prefer to apply with income only. Unfortunately they are asking for verification of income from the USA embassy. ...
One thing I have learned.....The hard way and with help here. The rules when applying inside Thailand are different requirements than eVisa or out of the country. I think that is why there is so much confusion about all of this. Somebody tells ... Read More
Income Verification requirements for non O Visa (instead of Deposit) by Paul_Adams
I am attempting to get my Visa without having to struggle to open a bank account, wait 60 days and the money transfer. Instead, I prefer to apply with income only. Unfortunately they are asking for verification of income from the USA embassy. ...
@Bentwire1 Wow....Totally rude and uncalled for. Sounds like Leeds is back LOL Read More
Income Verification requirements for non O Visa (instead of Deposit) by Paul_Adams
I am attempting to get my Visa without having to struggle to open a bank account, wait 60 days and the money transfer. Instead, I prefer to apply with income only. Unfortunately they are asking for verification of income from the USA embassy. ...
Yes, retired and receiving benefits for 19 years for Pension, 7 years for SSYes, I can produce bank statementsYes, I have Tax return recordsI have a Social Security Benefit letter as well as Pension Benefit LetterI have 1099 from both Social ... Read More
Income Verification requirements for non O Visa (instead of Deposit)
I am attempting to get my Visa without having to struggle to open a bank account, wait 60 days and the money transfer. Instead, I prefer to apply with income only. Unfortunately they are asking for verification of income from the USA embassy. ... Read More
Immigration Forms and Instructions for those that need them
If you Google exactly" download-immigration Division1 " you will find all the immigration documents. Reading them answered quite a few questions for me.Also, right below that same search will give you the handbooks for each of the forms regarding ... Read More
Type O Visa insurance VS Bank Deposit? by Paul_Adams
I've read a lot about this with no clear understanding. The O requires insurance. Does a significant deposit in a Thai bank account (or USA) allow you to skip the insurance requirement.? I have two trips to upcoming trips to Thailand to make ...
After researching a bit and my GF picking up documents at the local immigration office, there is a clear difference between the Thai website and what the documents say is required. There is no mention of insurance on the documents from the local ... Read More
Type O Visa insurance VS Bank Deposit?
I've read a lot about this with no clear understanding. The O requires insurance. Does a significant deposit in a Thai bank account (or USA) allow you to skip the insurance requirement.? I have two trips to upcoming trips to Thailand to make ... 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. ...
I'm an escapee from California. I lived there all my life but finally had enough and moved out of that crazy expensive state. People were getting too rude, too expensive, too crowded, and on fire non-stop. If you can visit the North Coast, ... Read More
Is an international Drivers License required in Thailand?
I have a USA state drivers license now Read More
Car Rental needed at Suvarnabhumi Airport
I'm arriving in March for two weeks. Anyone know of a good car rental company at the airport? I found Economy Car Rentals but have no idea where they are located. Budget has no small cars. Any help appreciated Read More
Cheating. A topic worth discussing
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 ... 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 ...
My experience......I oddly messaged an attractive Thai woman on Cherry Blossoms. I don't even know why. She had two sentences in her profile and normally I would never bother with someone that was unwilling to put a little effort into ... Read More
Flight changes during Visa Application by Paul_Adams
I think I may have created a problem. After I submitted my Tourist evisa, I had to do a date and flight change. I'm wondering if they will check my now cancelled flight itinerary with Delta and reject my application. I regret not ...
Follow up info....I received a letter from the Embassy. They didn't seem to have any issue with the flight change. However, my flight change moved me out of the 90 day window by a few days...oops. It's only valid for 90 days after issuance. I ... Read More
Flight changes during Visa Application by Paul_Adams
I think I may have created a problem. After I submitted my Tourist evisa, I had to do a date and flight change. I'm wondering if they will check my now cancelled flight itinerary with Delta and reject my application. I regret not ...
Yes. I'm American I'm planning on a visit in March to see my GF with a known arrival but an unknown departure. It might be 2 weeks or it might be for a few months, a year or forever. I'm trying to give myself maximum flexibility ... Read More
Flight changes during Visa Application
I think I may have created a problem. After I submitted my Tourist evisa, I had to do a date and flight change. I'm wondering if they will check my now cancelled flight itinerary with Delta and reject my application. I regret not ... Read More
Owning a Condo w/non immigrant O-X Visa by Paul_Adams
I noticed the Thai eVisa site says the following about this Visa: Can purchase condominium (proceed in accordance with the Condominium Act).Does anybody know the details about this? Thanks!
To be clear about my question.....The non immigrant O-X Visa was the only one that listed that you could own a condo on the Thai website. If you can own a condo with any visa, they don't seem to say it anywhere.The only reason for a condo purchase ... Read More
Owning a Condo w/non immigrant O-X Visa by Paul_Adams
I noticed the Thai eVisa site says the following about this Visa: Can purchase condominium (proceed in accordance with the Condominium Act).Does anybody know the details about this? Thanks!
@Leeds forever!The only reason would be the ability to own a home in my name. That's all. Read More
Owning a Condo w/non immigrant O-X Visa
I noticed the Thai eVisa site says the following about this Visa: Can purchase condominium (proceed in accordance with the Condominium Act).Does anybody know the details about this? Thanks! 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 Thank You! 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 ...
@Stefan Barker. Thank You so much!!! Read More
101 Help moving to Thailand
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 ... Read More