Scott Mallon
@scottmallon
American expat in Thailand
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About me
American
Lives in Bangkok
Speaks English, Thai, and Spanish
Registration: 28 August 2012
ED visa and work permit by Poulardos
Hi everybody, I need your help. I will move to Bangkok next September. I will look for a job in insurance industry. Before getting a job I have to choose wether I enter the country with a tourist visa or student visa. Here is my question : Does ...
No, you cannot work on an ED visa. Read More
things to pack before moving... by miss.chriss
Hey guys! Just thinking about some things I will need before Ii move to Bangkok, as I always have the problem of forgetting something important [doesn't everyone?] I know there is practically everything I'll need in Bangkok if i do forget anything, ...
Go to quality stores and you'll find name brands and the quality is fine. Buy them from Mom and Pop shops or at Tesco Lotus and you get what you pay for. Read More
things to pack before moving... by miss.chriss
Hey guys! Just thinking about some things I will need before Ii move to Bangkok, as I always have the problem of forgetting something important [doesn't everyone?] I know there is practically everything I'll need in Bangkok if i do forget anything, ...
Most of the above things in your list can easily be purchased here or are unnecessary. Bring photos of your friends and family in your phone. A mosquito net is not needed in most places, including Bangkok. Mosquito repellent - definitely not ... Read More
Budget Train Trip from Bangkok to Singapore and Cambodia - Ep. 1 by scottmallon
I just got back from my trip to Singapore and Cambodia. I took the train from Bangkok to Singapore, in Malaysia I took the jungle route. Dirt cheap to get to Singapore, all totaled it cost me 1070 baht. ...
It was for me. You are Chinese so you'll need to get a visa to enter Singapore. Don't know about Malaysia. Read More
Budget Train Trip from Bangkok to Singapore and Cambodia - Ep. 1
I just got back from my trip to Singapore and Cambodia. I took the train from Bangkok to Singapore, in Malaysia I took the jungle route. Dirt cheap to get to Singapore, all totaled it cost me 1070 baht. Budget Train Trip from Bangkok to Singapore ... Read More
What bank in Thailand is practically linkable to Paypal?
My wife and I are connected to three banks - Bangkok Bank, Kasikorn, and Siam Commercial. It's a piece of cake for us and we both have Thai accounts, although in addition to my Thai bank account I also link to a US account. So...try for yourself. Read More
Opening a bank account in Bangkok by Sahar2020
Dear Friends, I am going to open a bank account in Bangkok after getting my work permit in order to increase the amount of my cash money. Which accounts would you recommend? Which accounts would receive higher bank interest?
Yes you can. They will try to sell this to you for 800 baht, which gives you 1% back on purchases when you use it. But it's not a true credit card as it' really just a debit card using money from your account. I don't thin foreigners can really get ... Read More
Cost of Living Thailand 2013 by thetefldon
I often get asked by people considering moving here, what the true cost of living is in Thaland. Its actually quite a difficult question to answer given that all our needs are different and that prices vary considerably from place to place. So whats ...
That's a rather broad question as there are numerous factors in the insurance rates. My two sons and I have Major Medica insurance with BUPA (80/20) and it costs us 4100 a month now went up a bit from last year. I personally have also used ... Read More
how can i stay in thailand for years? by Dmesh
I am interested in living in Thailand permanently. [u]O visa[/u]- I am under 50 [u]business visa[/u]- I dont have enough money to start a business. [u]ED visa[/u]- I am willing to enroll in school but i dont want to have to attend classes ...
Around ten years ago I used Jentana and Associates. I used them because they would come to your house, thus saving me commuting time. They're still around. Perhaps the can assist you. http://www.thai-lessons.com/ Read More
Six Rules to Follow When Dealing with Thai Women
That's a good start if you're paying them outright. Read More
Six Rules to Follow When Dealing with Thai Women
Lately I've seen more and more stories of heart-broken western men being cheated or scammed by Thai women. In almost every circumstance it's their own lack of cultural knowledge and undeserved trust that gets them in trouble. Over the years I've ... Read More
Observations of Thai Culture by 5874
First let me say that I have been coming to Thailand for more than 40 years...am now retired and call Thailand home... I love the people...the culture...the food...the markets...beaches and national parks... I have never read about the subject I ...
Money makes the world go round. It should surprise no one that Thais are eager to make money. Also, if you surround yourself with decent people, western and Thai, you'll generally have positive experiences. You sleep with dogs you get fleas. Read More
why is it so hard to find friends in bangkok? by sepide
Why is it so hard to find friends in bangkok?
You're in their country, why don't you try to speak Thai? Read More
Seeking information and advice on a move to Thailand in Jan 2014 by ChrisTinaBruce
Hi, I am seeking information and advice on a move to Thailand (Bangkok or Pattaya) in Jan 2014. I visited Bangkok in June of 2012 for 30 days and would like to return as a longer stay 9 months to a year. I am 44 years old, self employeed as a day ...
Non-immigrant O visa is for those married to a Thai. Non-immigrant O-A is a retirement visa. You may be thinking of a non-immigrant B visa which is for those who intend to do business in Thailand and is also used by those who are working in ... Read More
Cost of Living Info in Thailand by scottmallon
Everyone seems to want to know about the cost of living in Thailand. Some think $500 is plenty for a single person (I don't), others think you need $1000. I think just about any amount is doable here but the level of comfort and freedom you get for ...
I misunderstoof you - Numbeo isn't my pricing guide. Has nothing to do with me. Anyhow, yes, have a nice day. Read More
Cost of Living Info in Thailand by scottmallon
Everyone seems to want to know about the cost of living in Thailand. Some think $500 is plenty for a single person (I don't), others think you need $1000. I think just about any amount is doable here but the level of comfort and freedom you get for ...
You don't have to like the GUIDE, its' up to you. But people asked for estimates of prices here. That's what I gave. So if you don't want to argue, then don't make blanket statements like "The prices are way off." I didn't pull the prices out of my ... Read More
Cost of Living Info in Thailand by scottmallon
Everyone seems to want to know about the cost of living in Thailand. Some think $500 is plenty for a single person (I don't), others think you need $1000. I think just about any amount is doable here but the level of comfort and freedom you get for ...
None of the prices are way off. All of the prices in that price guide were taken from 7'11, Fresh Mart mini-mart, Fresh Mart, and Foodland and Happyland Central Market (fresh produce) in Bangkok. So before you go saying there's misinformation, ... Read More
Cost of Living Info in Thailand by scottmallon
Everyone seems to want to know about the cost of living in Thailand. Some think $500 is plenty for a single person (I don't), others think you need $1000. I think just about any amount is doable here but the level of comfort and freedom you get for ...
I would not be surprised if they pass an insurance law. If dealing with a person who cannot be insured the government can stipulate a set amount needs to be shown in the bank (800,000 baht retirement money). I think they idea is to get the lower end ... Read More
Cost of Living Info in Thailand
Everyone seems to want to know about the cost of living in Thailand. Some think $500 is plenty for a single person (I don't), others think you need $1000. I think just about any amount is doable here but the level of comfort and freedom you get for ... Read More
You want Work Permit in Thailand by TrangDoan
What are the benefits that a Work Permit can bring? 1. You can open a trading account with a broker 2. You can open a fixed account to get a credit card in Thai bank, and also a checking account 3. Your spouse can obtain a Non - O visa and stay ...
What are the benefits that a Work Permit can bring? You can legally work in the country. Everything else is gravy. 4. It is easier to send money out of the country if you needed to do that. Even if you only have a tourist visa, you bring the bank ... Read More
Need Information on home loans from Thai Banks by sirrobcentral
What are the credit requirements for securing a home loan and what is the process like?
Recently I read something about how the only possibilities for foreigners to get home loans was thru two Thai banks with branches in Singapore. I'm sure if you look around you can find out what I'm referring to but purchase a house here with a loan ... Read More
why is it so hard to find friends in bangkok? by sepide
Why is it so hard to find friends in bangkok?
I have been folowing this thread for a while and feel I really need to comment since some of the replies beggar belief. I certainly go along with most of what the Captw4 says and some of what Scott wrote further down. To be honest I find it hard to ... Read More
ED visa and work permit by Poulardos
Hi everybody, I need your help. I will move to Bangkok next September. I will look for a job in insurance industry. Before getting a job I have to choose wether I enter the country with a tourist visa or student visa. Here is my question : Does ...
What does your having an ED visa have to do with the original post though? That is my point... Read More
why is it so hard to find friends in bangkok? by sepide
Why is it so hard to find friends in bangkok?
Captn - you're spot on. I've been here 17 years and have seen people come and people go. First, I am hesitant to make friends anywhere in the world. I need to get to know a person before I become "their friend." Perhaps I can be their ... Read More
ED visa and work permit by Poulardos
Hi everybody, I need your help. I will move to Bangkok next September. I will look for a job in insurance industry. Before getting a job I have to choose wether I enter the country with a tourist visa or student visa. Here is my question : Does ...
And?And... thats it! No more! End of vocabulary?I have retirement visa. Read More
Learning to Speak Thai
Thank you. I find Mod a little distracting, if you know what I mean. She's good though. I learned Thai right when I got here, mostly from women who came over to my apartment, which made it even better. Read More
Learning to Speak Thai
Learn to Speak Thai with Alex - Episode 2 Personally, I think it is a must to learn the basics of whatever language is spoken where you live. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sz7uBreH35Q Read More
Where Do You Stand? by thetefldon
As an expat livng in Thailand where do you stand when it comes to integrating into the Thai culture. Do you pursue a route of cultural pluralism or accept assimilation into the Thai culture? Do you ignore your heritage and integrate ...
I'm not willing to give up my cultural identity thus I consider myself a pluralist. When in Thailand, do as the Romans/Thais. My home is Farangland and we speak English. Read More
Where is the best place to live in Thailand for rent, safety ect? by kpearson
My family and I want to move over to Thailand and I don't know what part is best? We have 3 small kids. Ages 6,5, and 1.5 years old. any help would be great. thanks
I don't agree with the expenses part of your posts or that it is a stupid idea for a family to move here. Perhaps you are in the minority who feels this way or perhaps you have issues others may not have. I can't live anywhere near as well in the ... Read More
Where is the best place to live in Thailand for rent, safety ect? by kpearson
My family and I want to move over to Thailand and I don't know what part is best? We have 3 small kids. Ages 6,5, and 1.5 years old. any help would be great. thanks
Visa Questions Answered https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nqAArIC22s Read More
Where is the best place to live in Thailand for rent, safety ect? by kpearson
My family and I want to move over to Thailand and I don't know what part is best? We have 3 small kids. Ages 6,5, and 1.5 years old. any help would be great. thanks
Bangkok, Pattaya, or Chiang Mai. Read More
ED visa and work permit by Poulardos
Hi everybody, I need your help. I will move to Bangkok next September. I will look for a job in insurance industry. Before getting a job I have to choose wether I enter the country with a tourist visa or student visa. Here is my question : Does ...
There is no such thing as a working visa, only a work permit. The visa and work permit are separate. Anyway, as far as I know it's not possible. You can have a work permit with a non-immigrant B or M visa however working as a student or tourist ... Read More
ED visa and work permit by Poulardos
Hi everybody, I need your help. I will move to Bangkok next September. I will look for a job in insurance industry. Before getting a job I have to choose wether I enter the country with a tourist visa or student visa. Here is my question : Does ...
Yes, it should be possible to convert either. However, in the case of the tourist visa, I believe you need to exit the country and get the non-immigrant B from a Thai embassy abroad. The work permit and visa will initially be 3 months. Then you'll ... Read More
Which area is good to stay in Bangkok with standard salary by I_Love_ME
Hi all.. I am a Indo-Chinese, 25 years old. I want to ask about living in Thai as Foreigner, even though I've read there're so many thread with same topic but I hope you can give any advise, critics or anything. I would be very thankful. Now, I ...
Curious to know what you got for 1500 baht. Can you tell us or post a photo? I don't doubt it's possible to find a place this cheap but is it the sort of place most people will feel comfortable living in? Read More
Where is the best place to live in Thailand for rent, safety ect? by kpearson
My family and I want to move over to Thailand and I don't know what part is best? We have 3 small kids. Ages 6,5, and 1.5 years old. any help would be great. thanks
The South is hot but then just about everywhere that isn't North is hot as well. The "unsettled Muslim areas" are only in three provinces. The South is a huge area and places like Surat, Phuket, Nakor Si Thammarat, Krabi are perfectly fine places ... Read More
Hello everybody ... by dublyon
A new french in town !! Sorry for them who would like stay without to much "farang", but yes in may a new farang arrive :) My gf is from Bkk, i know her since couple of years and we're bored to travel all the times for meet each others. We have ...
I'm completely opposite to you. I don't trust people until they earn my trust. I was involved with boxing for many years. This and my living in Thailand have changed me from trusting to someone who believes time will tell whether or not a person is ... Read More
Where is the best place to live in Thailand for rent, safety ect? by kpearson
My family and I want to move over to Thailand and I don't know what part is best? We have 3 small kids. Ages 6,5, and 1.5 years old. any help would be great. thanks
I personally don't want to live on the cheap but I do live within my means. For me it's about what my family and I need, not so much what I want. I want a Ferrari and a 20,000 square foot home but do I really need it? Of course, not. Yes, Phuket ... Read More
Hello everybody ... by dublyon
A new french in town !! Sorry for them who would like stay without to much "farang", but yes in may a new farang arrive :) My gf is from Bkk, i know her since couple of years and we're bored to travel all the times for meet each others. We have ...
You're not negative about Phuket are you? I've lived there and while there are certainly dishonest people there, there are also very honest people there as well. The only problem I ever had was with a foreigner. Never got cheated, my prices were ... Read More
Where is the best place to live in Thailand for rent, safety ect? by kpearson
My family and I want to move over to Thailand and I don't know what part is best? We have 3 small kids. Ages 6,5, and 1.5 years old. any help would be great. thanks
There are certainly other options besides AIA and Tokio Marine. BUPA and William Russell insurance are just two of a dozen or so. Do you mean 12,000 baht or 120,000? If you mean 120K then by all means it should be safe and you should have no ... Read More
Where is the best place to live in Thailand for rent, safety ect? by kpearson
My family and I want to move over to Thailand and I don't know what part is best? We have 3 small kids. Ages 6,5, and 1.5 years old. any help would be great. thanks
Teaching English isn't really something I want to do. Vietnam sounds like a place to consider for a two or three month holiday when my kids are out of school. Read More
Getting A Work Permit In Thailand by TomAikins
There are different laws in all countries that govern the ability of no-residents to legally work and Thailand requires anyone wishing to work there to obtain a Thai work permit. Anyone can get one if they meet the requirements, file the necessary ...
If you are working in Thailand, whether a freelance position or not, you must have a work permit. It's very simple. In order to get a work permit as a freelancer, you need a company to sponsor you. I did this a few years ago. You get a contract ... Read More
Where is the best place to live in Thailand for rent, safety ect? by kpearson
My family and I want to move over to Thailand and I don't know what part is best? We have 3 small kids. Ages 6,5, and 1.5 years old. any help would be great. thanks
You make me want to move there now! I like being in a place where I am not one of many foreigners, especially tourists, so Ho Chi Min and Hanoi are probably not for me. Although...like I said, if I were to get work paying a decent wage there I ... Read More
Where is the best place to live in Thailand for rent, safety ect? by kpearson
My family and I want to move over to Thailand and I don't know what part is best? We have 3 small kids. Ages 6,5, and 1.5 years old. any help would be great. thanks
I believe what I wrote was "Vietnam is okay but not as easy to move there as with Thailand." I could be wrong but from what I know (only been there twice) and what I've been told, the expat community is more developed than in Vietnam. Also, the ... Read More
Where is the best place to live in Thailand for rent, safety ect? by kpearson
My family and I want to move over to Thailand and I don't know what part is best? We have 3 small kids. Ages 6,5, and 1.5 years old. any help would be great. thanks
Chiang Mai is not for everyone, myself included. I much prefer the beaches and like the south as opposed to the north. Read More
good neighbourhoods in Bangkok? by miss.chriss
Hey guys! new here, and planing to move to thailand in 9 months. I know it is still some time away, and things can change, but i like to be prepared :) I've visited Bangkok a few times, always staying in apartments in Sukhumvit area, right near ...
Do you have any friends here who speak Thai or who are Thai? Read More
things to pack before moving... by miss.chriss
Hey guys! Just thinking about some things I will need before Ii move to Bangkok, as I always have the problem of forgetting something important [doesn't everyone?] I know there is practically everything I'll need in Bangkok if i do forget anything, ...
You can get almost anything here. Just bring money and your basic needs and that's it. Read More
Buying Property In Thailand? by Rhonn
Hello to all members! I am planning to retire to live in Thailand anytime within the next 6 years, and I would like to hear from people who have already made the move and who have bought property, more so an apartment rather than a house, as I ...
Not sure what you're referring to with regards to the 150K as I've never heard that amount being required. I'm married and need 400K in the bank or 40K a month. If you're 50 and retiring, you need to show 800K or 65K a month. I'm not positive of ... Read More
Looking for Friends for my Filipino maid by AkaneBGK
Hello everyone, We just moved to Bangkok (Ekamai) from Hong Kong with our Filipino maid/nanny and would like to find her female compatriots who can introduce her to the city. My helper is a social and cheerful lady so I'm sure she'll manage to ...
Quite a few Filipinas working at Vejthani Hospital. If you go there for a coffee during the week and go to the international desk there are always 4 or 5 of them sitting there. The hospital has lots and lots of Filipinas working there. Read More
Southern Thailand - Is it really not safe? by annekoolit
Hi there! I'm planning to go to Southern Thailand - probably Phuket. Or any nice place near Malaysia. I will come from Malaysia via bus. However, I'm a bit hesitant as I read some info on the net that it isn't that safe in 4 Southern Thailand ...
If she went by the travel advisories of the American and Australian embassies she would probably never travel anywhere! Seriously, their advisories err on the extremely overcautious. Read More
good neighbourhoods in Bangkok? by miss.chriss
Hey guys! new here, and planing to move to thailand in 9 months. I know it is still some time away, and things can change, but i like to be prepared :) I've visited Bangkok a few times, always staying in apartments in Sukhumvit area, right near ...
You don't need to spend that much to get a nice 1-bedroom with a kitchen, living room and all the amenities. For 12-14K you can get a nice place at any of the Lumpini Condos / Suites / Villas. Very nice places, clean, well-kept and I've stayed at ... Read More
Thai Boxing Training in Thailand - The Mecca of Muay Thai
Bangkok Fight Club is good - I went there when they first opened. The link to the Muay Thai is muaythaisasiprapa.com Read More
international calling card by olipage
Hi, I am in Bangkok and would really like to ring the UK. Is there an internatioal calling card that I could get from a 7/11 so I ring at a cheaper rate? I already got a 1 2 call card to ring around bangkok. Anyone know what to ask for as the ...
There are several ways to call overseas from Thailand, the international calling cards are just one way.There's always Skype, both on your phone or off, What's App, Pinger, TextNow, TextPlus. You can text free but they also have calling plans. When ... Read More
Place of relax by Dreamlandplace
in Asia best place of relax Thailand?
Any island with little to no tourists. Read More
good neighbourhoods in Bangkok? by miss.chriss
Hey guys! new here, and planing to move to thailand in 9 months. I know it is still some time away, and things can change, but i like to be prepared :) I've visited Bangkok a few times, always staying in apartments in Sukhumvit area, right near ...
18000 a month in total or for the apartment? You could always live on lower Ladprao, closer to Central Ladprao...MRT available and reasonably priced. Do you know any Thais here that can assist you? The reason I ask is one way to find out where to ... Read More
Southern Thailand - Is it really not safe? by annekoolit
Hi there! I'm planning to go to Southern Thailand - probably Phuket. Or any nice place near Malaysia. I will come from Malaysia via bus. However, I'm a bit hesitant as I read some info on the net that it isn't that safe in 4 Southern Thailand ...
It's not that bad, however, the thing with the south is that you could just happen to be standing somewhere and a bomb will go off. If you're just doing a border crossing, that should be no problem. If you're alone, I wouldn't hang out there for ... Read More
Thai Boxing Training in Thailand - The Mecca of Muay Thai
Read the article and watch the video. I believe there is a link to the gym. Read More
Thai Boxing Training in Thailand - The Mecca of Muay Thai
Thai boxing training in Thailand, the Mecca of Muay Thai. The footage in the video was shot at the Sasiprapa gym in Bangkok where Thai, Farang (foreigners) and children train side-by-side. The men in the video are from Spain and the boys shown in ... Read More
Southern Thailand - Is it really not safe? by annekoolit
Hi there! I'm planning to go to Southern Thailand - probably Phuket. Or any nice place near Malaysia. I will come from Malaysia via bus. However, I'm a bit hesitant as I read some info on the net that it isn't that safe in 4 Southern Thailand ...
Honestly, I wouldn't worry about it, especially if you're Asian and don't stand out like a sore thumb. Read More
Your Experiences Learning the Thai Language by thetefldon
Given that I live in a country with a different languge to my own native English I feel obliged to learn the language. For me it has not been easy and I am far from fluent. However I have found that since I have started to learn to read Thai that ...
Reading the language definitely helps. I can write it a little as well and that's been the most difficult aspect of the language for me. Read More
Cost of Living Thailand 2013 by thetefldon
I often get asked by people considering moving here, what the true cost of living is in Thaland. Its actually quite a difficult question to answer given that all our needs are different and that prices vary considerably from place to place. So whats ...
Now she's saying she thinks it's only 12 rai. I don't know how high it is but it's up a steep grade on a mountain so it might be 1000M's up. It's a great piece of property, especially since it makes money. The only thing missing is the beach, which ... Read More
Cost of Living Thailand 2013 by thetefldon
I often get asked by people considering moving here, what the true cost of living is in Thaland. Its actually quite a difficult question to answer given that all our needs are different and that prices vary considerably from place to place. So whats ...
We've got two air-conditioners running almost full time now since it's so hot. Usually we can get the bill down to around 4000-4500 but like I said, it's hot. I don't like sweating while I'm sleeping and I like to be comfortable in my home so I'm ... Read More
Cost of Living Thailand 2013 by thetefldon
I often get asked by people considering moving here, what the true cost of living is in Thaland. Its actually quite a difficult question to answer given that all our needs are different and that prices vary considerably from place to place. So whats ...
I'm not quite sure what you mean (VerGe?). What does my land produce? The land primarily produces rubber. There are an assortment of vegetables and fruits but very few are sold, most are kept to eat by my wife's family. I might be going there in a ... Read More
Cost of Living Thailand 2013 by thetefldon
I often get asked by people considering moving here, what the true cost of living is in Thaland. Its actually quite a difficult question to answer given that all our needs are different and that prices vary considerably from place to place. So whats ...
Not everyone is living here on a bare bones budget. I've gone over budgets several times and it is possible to get by on 12-15K baht a month, however, I wouldn't want to be restricted to this amount. My budget's been as high as about 150K a month, ... Read More
Can anyone suggest me a health insurance in TH
BUPA, AIA, William Russell, and Patriot...the last two are insurance companies for expats. Read More
Retiring in Thailand by Beamer1234
Hey guys. My wife and I are interested in the possibilities of living in CM. You all sound like you have some solid info. We are not wealthy people but have decent monthly retirement income. We'd like to live for under $2000/mo. That should ...
Shortly after I came here the baht rose to between 52 and 54. Now it's less than 30 - not good, but again, I've been fortunate and the drop hasn't killed me. I'd obviously prefer to get more for my dollar but that's how it goes. Read More
Scams in Thailand by thetefldon
I wonder have you ever been subjected to a scam on your travels or even at home? Well whatever your answer there is a fair chance that if you are a first time visitor to Thailand(or living here and just naive) then you will be subjected to at least ...
Never had a problem in my seventeen years here. 1) If someone comes up to you, chances are they're not legit. Legitimate service providers have phone numbers and offices and generally do not need to have some man walking up to you at a train ... Read More
Thai Street Food: Coconut Ice Cream
The ice cream is sold everywhere in Thailand. This video was shot in Bangkapi. Read More
Thai Street Food: Coconut Ice Cream
Coconut Ice Cream in Thailand is arguably one of the best ice creams available to mankind now https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BF8h8RICUAAyRYe.jpg Read More
All the necessary Information about VIsas by LuisF
THAILAND IMMIGRATION, WORK PERMIT, RESIDENCY & SPONSORSHIP Before we delve any deeper, there are several key points to constantly keep in mind regarding immigration and work permits in Thailand. [b]First, the right to live and the right to work in ...
You are supposed to leave after 60 days. It is possible to get a 30-day extension though, which means each entry is good for 90 days. Multiple entry just means after the 90 days you are required to go out of the country. You are allowed to ... Read More
Surviving in Thailand Video
Courageous, no. I just knew what I wanted to do and focused on doing it. Not sure what you mean about my having a good identity though. I'm just an ordinary guy, like everyone else. As far as what I do...I do many things. My wife and I have land ... Read More
I Need A Job by Syed Haroon Ali
I am Pakistani, I need any JOb becuase I am facing problems. Please help me out. I have Done BSc and I am doing Job in Multinational Company.
Again - your chances are slim of finding a job with no degree. Thais can do hair and make-up and thus foreigners are not needed to do this sort of job. I believe other than owning their own salon, foreigners are prohibited from doing anything in the ... Read More
Surviving in Thailand Video
Do you have what it takes to survive here? Many people come to Thailand to live on the cheap. But if the going gets rough, you lose your job or source of income, can you live on a couple of dollars a day? When I moved to Thailand seventeen years ... Read More
I Need A Job by Syed Haroon Ali
I am Pakistani, I need any JOb becuase I am facing problems. Please help me out. I have Done BSc and I am doing Job in Multinational Company.
dear Scott is it possible to post job ads free on your website?My site isn't for people to post jobs wanted ads, sorry. Read More
how to start self-employment.
anamericaninbangkok.com/2/post/2013/01/twelve-plus-ways-to-make-a-living-in-thailand.html Read More
Singaporean looking for job in bkk by davidthaisg
Hi all I'm a Singaporean looking for job , I'm married to a Thai and currently jobless .any kind soul willing to offer any advice?
Just wondering - how much will you pay him per month and do you handle his work permit? Read More
Which area is good to stay in Bangkok with standard salary by I_Love_ME
Hi all.. I am a Indo-Chinese, 25 years old. I want to ask about living in Thai as Foreigner, even though I've read there're so many thread with same topic but I hope you can give any advise, critics or anything. I would be very thankful. Now, I ...
I have a 4-bedroom house in Bangkapi that's 7000 baht month. It's about 20 minutes from Thonglor in non-peak times. The Thonglor area is better IMO than Onnut and there are some small clubs and good restaurants. It is a more expensive area than ... Read More
Singaporean looking for job in bkk by davidthaisg
Hi all I'm a Singaporean looking for job , I'm married to a Thai and currently jobless .any kind soul willing to offer any advice?
I feel ya on the Thai wife. They have a hard time dealing with their man not earning the lions share of income. I know this first hand. All you can do is do your best and try to explain the situation. So do what you can't and then let it rest, no ... Read More
I Need A Job by Syed Haroon Ali
I am Pakistani, I need any JOb becuase I am facing problems. Please help me out. I have Done BSc and I am doing Job in Multinational Company.
Sorry to hear you're having problems, however.... Think of how many people want to live and work in Thailand...practically every single male tourist who comes here wants to live here. Frankly, I get sick of hearing people ask. It's one thing to ... Read More
Singaporean looking for job in bkk by davidthaisg
Hi all I'm a Singaporean looking for job , I'm married to a Thai and currently jobless .any kind soul willing to offer any advice?
If you live in Bangkok, you should know everyone and their mother wants to live and work in this country. If you gotta ask, you're not hustling enough. Sorry but that's the truth. What I have found is that especially in Thailand, a person needs to ... Read More
Same ol' Question by wannaretire
Of course I've been on several forums in the past and have seen this question posted ad nauseum. Sorry for bringing it up for what I am sure is the zillionth time on this forum, but here goes. (flames expected and probably deserved) I'm 54, loathe ...
Definitely get the O-A visa in the US. Basically ask yourself this question. If they need a document that I forgot to bring, didn't know I needed how would I get it? If the answer is "I'd have to fly back to the USA" then you have just answered ... Read More
advice by tekkla
Hello my name is Christopher, I am considering the idea of moving to Phuket. I am a hairstylist and ready for a change in the US. I have just started the process but would love your feedback on the best way to get started. I will be in Phuket to ...
I've lived in Phuket as well and while I am hesitant to call it a terrible place, I wouldn't want to live there again. It is corrupt, it is polluted, and what I hate the most is that is it a huge tourist trap. Everything in the city is geared ... Read More
List of Prohibited Jobs for westerners in Thailand by LuisF
For all those who are keen on working in Thailand, be aware that there is a list of jobs were, you, as a westerner will not be able to get a work permit. The List is taken from The Thai Labor Department Website -http://www.mol.go.th/- 1.- Labour ...
There are literally hundreds of thousands of people worldwide who want to work here. It makes things very difficult for those who want to work legally and unless you have exceptional qualifications or are a real hustler, you should be worried. It is ... Read More
Printing in thailand
I used to be a printer before moving to Thailand. You're probably not going to be able to get things here for cheap enough to send them over to the UK and then turn a profit. Cheaper, slightly, paper is always an issue, but cheap, no really. As I ... Read More
Where's a good place to learn Thai-Kickboxing in Bangkok for an expat? by Career_Girl
For a beginner, if anyone has any ideas/suggestions/websites etc, that will be awesome! CG
I've been involved in both Muay Thai and professional boxing and I would recommend a couple of other places: Sasiprapa Gym www.muaythaisasiprapa.com Kiatphontip www.kiatphontipgym.com Jaroenthong Kiatbanchong's gym near the SC Park Hotel. Don't ... Read More
Phrae is where to experience REAL Thailand by Nakham Kevin
I have lived in the mountains of Phrae for close to three years now. Several people have told me in blogs that Phrae is too remote, my house/resort/farm is grossly overbuilt for the area, and that most tourists don't come to Phrae. Yes, yes, and ...
Yes, Phrae is a good place to live. There are many places in Thailand just like it. You just need to know where to go. My wife and I have some land in Surat. You have to cross 11 creeks to get to the place and it's nestled in the valley between ... Read More
Moving to Bangkok with children by nads1
Hi everyone, My husband and I along with our young children are moving to teach in an International School in Bangkok. I have gathered a lot of extremely useful information from this forum and others. However, I would like to know if there are ...
That's the area where Africans are located. If you want African/Caribbean type natural hair that's probably the best place to go. As far as avoiding the area, don't believe everything you hear. There are some good restaurants in the area. It's a ... Read More
iPhone Photography
I have five cameras, three digital and two film. The point is that iPhone provides a perfectly viable medium for producing quality exposures. The iPhone gives me a sixth camera. As I said, Michael Brown has shot excellent photos for Time Magazine ... Read More
iPhone Photography
A photo is just a photo. If iPhone photos can be published in Time Magazine, why not leave the camera at home while on holiday? http://bit.ly/Wh87G4 Read More
Would love to semi-retire in Chiang Mai by brendah9
Hi, I'm retiring early next year and am fascinated with everything I've read online about Chiang Mai. I will go there for 3 or 4 months next year and longer the year after. Eventually I would like to move there but will work in Canada a few months ...
45 baht is not a rip-off. You can get smoothies cheaper and find them for more depending on the shop and location. That said, Thailand has gotten much more expensive in the past few years. It's no longer cheap. Some items are less expensive (food, ... Read More
internet jobs in Thailand, Bangkok by Sahar2020
Dear friends, My boyfriend and I (we are going to get married on arriving in Thailand) are in our country and we have decided to move to Thailand forever, but we do not know how to find a job. I have MA in English Language and Literature, and my ...
Speaking in generalities, if you are working, paid or unpaid in Thailand without a work permit, you are working illegally. A person could technically be considered working simply by going to Chatuchak with the intention of reselling the product ... Read More
internet jobs in Thailand, Bangkok by Sahar2020
Dear friends, My boyfriend and I (we are going to get married on arriving in Thailand) are in our country and we have decided to move to Thailand forever, but we do not know how to find a job. I have MA in English Language and Literature, and my ...
Sahar - nothing is going to change. You have credentials, you should have no problem finding a job. Your boyfriend will have more difficulty. I'm not sure what you mean by "running an internet job" but if you mean, running an internet business, ... Read More
Moving to Bangkok with children by nads1
Hi everyone, My husband and I along with our young children are moving to teach in an International School in Bangkok. I have gathered a lot of extremely useful information from this forum and others. However, I would like to know if there are ...
I would think there are in the African area of Sukhumvit on Soi 3. Read More
how much does it cost to live in Bangkok? by Zoe10
Hi, I am in the process of planning to move to Bangkok but I have no idea on what money I could live on each month. I have to pay a mortgage back in England so will be left with about 59,500 thai baht each month to pay for rent, all bills, food, ...
Woh...you're asking a ton of questions and most can be answered if you simply search online. Temperature, seasons, dress, etc. I'm assuming you've never been here. Are you coming for a job or because you think it will be the place for you? Because ... Read More
how much does it cost to live in Bangkok? by Zoe10
Hi, I am in the process of planning to move to Bangkok but I have no idea on what money I could live on each month. I have to pay a mortgage back in England so will be left with about 59,500 thai baht each month to pay for rent, all bills, food, ...
Walter - a couple of things to consider. There are cheap restaurants and food stalls on nearly every street. Food should be the least of your worries, at least once you get situated. You can get just about any type of food you want here. Today I ... Read More
how much does it cost to live in Bangkok? by Zoe10
Hi, I am in the process of planning to move to Bangkok but I have no idea on what money I could live on each month. I have to pay a mortgage back in England so will be left with about 59,500 thai baht each month to pay for rent, all bills, food, ...
There are numerous places online and you can use these places to give yourself an idea of where to look. It's been my experience that the agents always want to upsell you or get you the most expensive places. They get a certain percentage kickback ... Read More