Was wondering if my Lao wife can work in Thailand with a work permit. She was born in Laos. Shes been in the US over 40 years. We've been married over 20 years. She has her US citizenship. So technically she is a US citizen and probably doesn't fall into the agreement between Lao and Thailand. We are planning on retiring in Thailand but she said she may get bored amd want to work somewhere.

I am curious and want to ask a question for expats from the US, that have married Thai women. What are the specific rules concerning social security and a Thai spouse? I've done some research but I'm still not quite clear and I'd like to hear from anyone that has married a Thai lady and is on social security. It says that they have to live in the US for 5 years, although they're not consecutive. And what if you then died? Would she get a portion of your social security? Especially if she had a child under 16 years old?

Not looking for anybody to tell me Don't get involved with a Thai lady here. Please, don't want to hear that. Just want to know about the question and I appreciate you sticking to that topic.

Thank you.

Ok question: Are the taxes cheaper in thailand if you give up your us citizenship?

Hi folks, I hope this question hasn't been asked a million times but here it is. My Thai wife and I live in the USA. We hope to live in Thailand part time as my wife has a house and some land. We also plan to buy or build a new house there. The real question is, if my wife applies for US citizenship, can she still keep her Thai citizenship and still qualify for land ownership? I appreciate any thoughts or direction where to get clear answers.

Reaching out to any US Citizen in Bangkok who had tried to apply for SSS pension locally. My wife is 64 and is opting to apply early SSS pension. Is this process even possible to do? I'm 70 and mine got processed in Virgina when I took early retirement at 63 and moved here. Don't even know when we can travel to mainland USA. Appreciate any advice and guidance. Thank you and be safe.