Hello everyone.

I am an American. I am planning my retirement and will marry a Thai national soon. My question is, is it possible to have my retirement income deposited into a Thai bank account? Also when I'm eligable, the same for Social security? Is it easy to open a bank account in Thailand, Hua Hin? Any advise or exerience is welcome.

Nationality: American.

I am planning to visit Thailand again by land border Pedang Besar (Malaysia) later this month for a period of 2 weeks.

Is there any benefit for me to apply for a proper single-entry tourist visa at the consulate beforehand, or just wait get the exempt stamp at the land border?

I was previously in Thailand for about 90 days this year with 60 days since my last departure. These were mostly on airport visa exempts, and one extension