What should I consider when exploring living options in Thailand before applying for a DTV visa?

Matt Storms personally i am not fussed on hua hin, i do like prachap khiri kan and Ban Krud but not sure could live there year round. It is a good base for travelling though

Matt Storms Didn't you say in another comment you're 47? Hua Hin is like a retirement village with booze. I'm 50 and when I was last there, I was the youngest farang in every restaurant and bar I walked into by at least a decade and sometimes two.

@Bill ********

Each to thier own I guess..

I have spent quite a bit of time in Bangkok over the years and I do like Bangkok but not as long term place to live

Matt Storms

I am a long time motorcycle rider of around 50 years and had dozens of different motorcycles over the years..

Take a serious look at a maxi scooter..

I know what you are thinking...."a scooter" 😁

But in Thailand they make a lot of sense especially if they are your only form of regular transport..

Huge storage under the seat..

Very easy to ride and park and still quite capable out on the highway...

I hired a Honda Forza 350 and was surprised and impressed on how good it was and just very convenient transport..

Also look at the Honda ADV350 especially if you are taller..

Just hire either one for a week and try them out

Or try both over 2 weeks and you maybe presently surprised like I was..

Plenty of places to hire around Hua Hin..

Just go to the motoring association in your state for an international driving permit..AAA I think in the USA issue IDPs

If you want any short term accommodation ideas in Hua Hin just let me know

Matt Storms DTV is a great visa you dont get hassled at the airport the other post is incorrect. Maybe a visa exempt yes but not the multi entry 5 year DTV

Dante

Any visa agent can facilitate a Retirement Visa for you WITHOUT the need to maintain funds in your Thai bank account.

But you must be at least 50 years old