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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 best tips for expats in South Africa planning to retire in Thailand after a trial year?

Charles **********

I’m also South African. 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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a year ago

What is the average monthly living cost for a single person in Thailand?

Charles **********

Try Google 🤦🏻‍♂️😝🙏🏻🤷🏼‍♂️

a year ago

Should I transfer $3,000 to Thailand now with the exchange rate at 35.48 or wait for a better rate?

Charles **********

My guess is that THB will continue to strengthen, just like the ZAR has been doing over recent weeks. Go ahead and do it now.

a year ago

Do I need a retirement visa to buy a condo and open a bank account in Thailand?

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@Iain ********

no, I just showed it has the equivalent of THB 800k in my UAE bank account and then I got my O-A visa

a year ago

Do I need a retirement visa to buy a condo and open a bank account in Thailand?

Charles **********

I bought my condo in 2018 and only opened my bank account earlier this year

a year ago

What are the preferred locations in Thailand among expats and why?

Charles **********

Hua Hin and specifically

@Black *********************

2 years ago

What is the best retirement visa option for expats looking to retire in Thailand in 3 years?

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@Jo *********

yes, but almost impossible to get with all the logistical issues 🤦🏻‍♂️. Believe me, I tried 😝

2 years ago

What are some positive experiences of expats buying property in Thailand?

Charles **********

Bought at

@Black *********************

in October 2018. Now on an O-A visa. No regrets and love every minute of being at Black Mountain 🇹🇭

2 years ago

What insurance companies can recommend for the OA visa application in Thailand?

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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2 years ago

What are the different living situations expats have in Thailand?

Charles **********

I own a condo at Black Mountain in Hua Hin. I am currently transitioning between the UAE where I have worked since July 2006 and Thailand over the course of the next few months while still looking at options in other places around the world, like Spain for example.

2 years ago