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Why is CIGNA not on the list of approved medical insurance companies for O-A visa renewal in Thailand?

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a year ago

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What are the implications of the Baht's recent strengthening against the Euro?

Charles **********

With the USA expected to lower interest rates over the next few years the baht is likely to continue to strengthen. That’s called the Interest Rate Parity Theorem. I expect basic economics to continue to apply.

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Should I apply for a retirement visa for Thailand before or after arriving in the country?

Charles **********

Bye 🤣🤣

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Should I apply for a retirement visa for Thailand before or after arriving in the country?

Charles **********

but you put a 🤣 on my comment and not the main post. Anyway, whatever …

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Should I apply for a retirement visa for Thailand before or after arriving in the country?

Charles **********

I’m not sure what

finds so funny about this but you do you Todd 🤦🏻‍♂️😝🤷🏼‍♂️

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What are the latest updates on insurance requirements for the O-A visa in Thailand?

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@Brian **********

you can still have insurance even if you are on an O visa. I have an O-A visa but plan to switch to an O visa in 2025 but I’ll keep my medical insurance also. Good Luck

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Should I apply for a retirement visa for Thailand before or after arriving in the country?

Charles **********

I recently documented, on my Travel Blog, the process as it applies in the United Arab Emirates. You may find some useful tips there as the process should be similar around the world. Good Luck 🇹🇭🙏🏻

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Is it the right time to convert GBP to Thai Baht considering the exchange rate and Thailand's potential joining of BRICS?

Charles **********

With the USA expected to lower interest rates in the not too distant future, this will serve to strengthen the baht. That’s basic economics. So YES, if you are thinking to transfer cash to Thailand now is as good a time as any.

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What is the best health insurance for a 71-year-old expat with no medical issues in Thailand?

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@Detlef **********

🤷🏼‍♂️🤷🏼‍♂️🤷🏼‍♂️. USD (US dollars) as stated in my reply

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What is the best health insurance for a 71-year-old expat with no medical issues in Thailand?

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@Kat ****************

PM me if you like. I’ll review next week when I get to Thailand from the United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪

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What is the best health insurance for a 71-year-old expat with no medical issues in Thailand?

Charles **********

USD 3,000 deductible with a 10% copayment up to USD 5,000 max

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What is the TDAC and what do you need to know about it before arriving in Thailand?

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5 days ago

What are the common challenges expats face regarding visas in Thailand?

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10 days ago

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14 days ago

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22 days ago

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23 days ago

What is the experience of re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?

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a month ago

What should we know about extending a dependent DTV visa in Thailand?

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2 months ago

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6 months ago

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9 months ago

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a year ago

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a year ago

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a year ago

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a year ago

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