Like someone earlier suggested, it could be a good idea to apply for express lane entry, just to ensure a smoother entry.

@Wanidtha ***********

Can I please have the name of the BKK Muay Thai gym?

@Paul ******

Thank you for your eye opening reply. I have only been to Thailand as a tourist. But I do agree that Malaysia is one of the few Asian countries that have pretty good job opportunities for foreigners. I suspect, with regards to border runs, is that it's not so common in Malaysia, compared to Thailand. So the Malaysian authorities are not concerned about it at the moment. Also, Malaysia generally attracts foreigners who are more mature and wealthier, who are less likely to do border runs. As for Thai workplaces, a Malaysian friend who used to work in Bangkok as part of her company assignment, did complain that Thais lack urgency etc 😅

@Paul ******

PS: I like Thailand too :) and interested in applying for the DTV. Generally speaking, I find Thai visas for foreigners easier to apply and make better sense compared to Malaysian ones.

@Paul ******

Hi Paul. Malaysian here. Your points are pretty accurate. With regards to Chinese Malaysian resentment towards westerners....I have not encountered it within my social and family circles. But I know many middle aged / Boomer ones are very pro China, and regularly critise westerners. With regards to struggling malls, ya, many do struggle, coz there's a glut of them in KL. But Pavillion, TRX, Mid Valley and One Utama are regularly doing well, in addition to KLCC and Sunway.

Some agents in BKk and one that I know of in Pattaya can still open bank accounts for DTV holders. But expect to pay from 18k THB onwards.

Anonymous participant 584 Oh ok ! That's annoying 😅 Thanks for letting me know.

Thanks for sharing the good news OP. What happens when you move and your debit card expires? Can you easily update your mailing address via the app or site?

@Shelly *****

Thanks Shelly👍

@Shelly *****

May I ask which agent you are using ?