Intl guy jim
American looking for information about Thailand
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Registration: 06 March 2026
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Thailand
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Most common payment methods in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Moving to Thailand, even simple things like paying for groceries or a coffee can feel different. In order to help fellow expats and soon-to-be expats better prepare for their daily transactions, we invite you to share your ...
I remember some time back seeing info about the process to get the Thai bank app. I seem to remember it required having a Thai bank account, and I remember thinking that sounded too complicated for anyone not yet certain they were there long ... Read More
Rental nightmares in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Finding a place to live in Thailand can be exciting, but it doesn’t always go as planned. From misleading listings and apartments that look nothing like the photos to strange landlords, hidden rules, unexpected roommates, or ...
@Never done that Thanks, Never!! I appreciate your good suggestions. Most I have some experience with (over past two years rented in Mexico and Argentina, but with the advantage of being completely bilingual in Spanish.)A couple of others are ... Read More
Rental nightmares in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Finding a place to live in Thailand can be exciting, but it doesn’t always go as planned. From misleading listings and apartments that look nothing like the photos to strange landlords, hidden rules, unexpected roommates, or ...
Hope (fingers crossed) that my experience is abouit to change. So far I have reached out to multiple realty companies, trying to have a selection of apartments to look at for rent for short term (will be trying to get a 90 day visa) before arrival, ... Read More
New visitor visa lengths? by Intl guy jim
I hope to be arriving mid-Jan., 27, almost exactly 1 year later than originally planned. I had intended to get a 1 year retiree visa, but was put off by the cost of the full year pre-paid health insurance.I have decided to postpone that O (?) visa ...
@Irinya Thanks, Irinya, I would appreciate your sharing information you have. I was able to track down a couple of companies at the point I was considering a full year retiree visa, and facing what seemed like hard requirement that I have a full, ... Read More
New visitor visa lengths? by Intl guy jim
I hope to be arriving mid-Jan., 27, almost exactly 1 year later than originally planned. I had intended to get a 1 year retiree visa, but was put off by the cost of the full year pre-paid health insurance.I have decided to postpone that O (?) visa ...
@kevh Thanks again, KevH, I reached out and had a quick response from James, have exchanged a couple of messages, and am expecting to start lessons shortly after my arrival. He has even asked one of his staff (I'm assuming) to help me connect with ... Read More
New visitor visa lengths? by Intl guy jim
I hope to be arriving mid-Jan., 27, almost exactly 1 year later than originally planned. I had intended to get a 1 year retiree visa, but was put off by the cost of the full year pre-paid health insurance.I have decided to postpone that O (?) visa ...
@Aidan in HCMCthanks again, Aidan. Was the thumbs up for my later comment an agreement that I will spin my wheels with most attempts to get a response from Thai companies prior to arrival? Read More
New visitor visa lengths? by Intl guy jim
I hope to be arriving mid-Jan., 27, almost exactly 1 year later than originally planned. I had intended to get a 1 year retiree visa, but was put off by the cost of the full year pre-paid health insurance.I have decided to postpone that O (?) visa ...
Thanks, Kevh, I'll contact them. Read More
New visitor visa lengths? by Intl guy jim
I hope to be arriving mid-Jan., 27, almost exactly 1 year later than originally planned. I had intended to get a 1 year retiree visa, but was put off by the cost of the full year pre-paid health insurance.I have decided to postpone that O (?) visa ...
Thank you, gentlemen! I've already had to pay a big penalty to push my purchased flight date back to next Jan, so REALLY hope nothing requires my changing it again!When I first joined the Forum I requested information on language schools (intend to ... Read More
New visitor visa lengths?
I hope to be arriving mid-Jan., 27, almost exactly 1 year later than originally planned. I had intended to get a 1 year retiree visa, but was put off by the cost of the full year pre-paid health insurance.I have decided to postpone that O (?) visa ... Read More
I plan to retire in December 2026 by watsonwillie32
Good day everyone My name is Will Watson. All of my friends and family call me Will or either Wat. I currently reside in Houston,Texas. I plan to retire in December 2026 after 40 years of teaching and coaching on the Middle School level. My ...
@Walnutcharles Hi Charles,Can I request some detail? A quick check shows that the average SS check is $2.082. Some of us, who had above average incomes for decades, have substantially higher monthly SS payments!! It helps to also have something ... Read More
Why Hua Hin Keeps winning Over ExPats by Tonic & Ginger Hua Hin
Whenever people ask why Hua Hin is such a popular magnet for retirees and long-term expats in Thailand, the answer usually comes down to one thing: **it's a real city that doesn’t feel chaotic.**If you’re considering making the move or ...
Having been to Thailand several times over the past 30 years, my attention was drawn by an "International Living" article a year or so ago. It compared Hua Hin to Pattaya on a number of scales, but the things that won me over were a more laid back, ... Read More
First Visit to Bangkok by Kaid6065
Hi, would like to know what are the most See attractions in Bangkok during my first visit. Planning December 2026. Hotels I am looking at Mandarin, Ritz, Park Hyatt. Can you advice on Pros and/or cons of their locations. Open to ...
Hi Kaid,I would second Never Done's suggestion, I guess somewhat dependent on how long you will stay.My first business trip (1991) I stashed my suits with the hotel in Bangkok, took my jeans and backpack and went to Chiang Mai. (Sounds like it has ... Read More
Out of season, or folks move, or ??? by Intl guy jim
I had intended to arrive in Hua Hin in Feb. Life/family interfered. Now, after repeated issues I am looking at possibly late Sept./Oct. (Need to change the late June flight res. soon.)It catches my attention that there has been a significant drop ...
Thanks, California. I'm still NOT in Thailand. I had intended to get there this past Feb., but family responsibilities have forced me to keep pushing the date of my departure back. I finally got tired of paying change fees for my flight ... Read More
Need help! by Kaid6065
Hello, I am new to this forum, from USA. Looking for input from retirees or others who have taken this journey. How did you make this journey? I feel mentally stuck trying to wrap my mind around how to begin the process, that is, selling ...
Have not really put it to the test yet, but I've had iPostal.comrecommended as where SOME franchisees may be willing to send scans/photos of envelopes, selectively open them if requested to do the same with contents, and possibly even ship important ... Read More
Need help! by Kaid6065
Hello, I am new to this forum, from USA. Looking for input from retirees or others who have taken this journey. How did you make this journey? I feel mentally stuck trying to wrap my mind around how to begin the process, that is, selling ...
@Kaid6065 Hi Kaid! Sounds like you're getting the first step right: visit your prospective countries before you do anything else!Comparison: I've been to Thailand four times for business over the past 30+ years, took my wife there for our honey ... Read More