Q for the retirees: How does one connect to ssa.gov? It times out on me in BKK!!!!

EDIT: Many thanks for the suggestions. It turns out that my condo internet provider was the inexplicable problem. I used my iphone cellular service and was able to connect successfully. God Bless US!

USA only.

I needed to change my address so I logged into SSA. There is no longer 2 addresses as before, physical and mailing. I am only allowed to "contact us" which is now Ai. I haven't tried yet as the Ai is resting for the night.

For the only time in 7 years and with no banking changes, I received the "proof of life" (aka SSA 7161) letter so I need a correct address.

There was also a notice online that letters can no longer be sent to the US. I emailed the FBU in Manila but they are overwhelmed so I don't expect to get any answers.

I have been sending emails to FBU.Manila@ssa.gov for over 6 months and they still have not replied or dropped my coverage. I don't want to call them at +63-2-5301-6200 from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM (Manila Time) every Tuesday and Thursday and run up a large phone bill while I am on hold. Does anyone have another option?

Do I need to report my stay in Thailand to SSI. Looking to stay for at least 6 months on a marriage visa.

Allow me a question please... about retirement visa process for Americans... I'm over 50 and have pensions... my SSAN alone is over the 800,000 baht requirement...

Recently, I obtained a "pdf" soft-copy letter from the US Social Security Admin... Thai immigration says get the US Consul in Chiang Mai to authenticate it... I've contacted the Consul... but their automatic responses are as clear as mud...

Do I make an appointment for notary services or what? They have more info about what they will not do... than what they, will do to help citizens in Thailand.

Any Americans in Thailand who have dealt with this stamping/notarizing and accomplished this?

Informed input will be appreciated. T I A

What would be fastest way to get US government checks directly deposited into thai bank. I am here on retirement visa already

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.