@Ron *******

if I understand correctly, travel insurance is good for 1 year or less. If you're living in thailand on a one year retirement visa I believe that you have to have health insurance. I forget what the coverage requirements are.

@Judy *********

How long can travel insurance last?

@Claude *********

yes, I would imagine. I'm 59 with no issues and don't drink or smoke. Medicare from the US does me no good in Thailand and I know my rates will rise as I get older. This is the dilemma, but can't pass up 15-20 good years of paradise.

Difficult topic to get good advice for your scenario. I went thru cigna and have top inpatient coverage with private room, etc for $325/mo. Could have chosen $250/mo without all the extras. Also provides coverage for travel except the US. People from UK take very minimal coverage, if any, and will go back home if there's anything serious. No need for outpatient coverage.

@Dale **********

I arrived July 5 with a 60 day tourist visa. I will need a 30 day extension. Sounds like 1900 + 1500 and all day to do it myself vs 4500 and an hour with agent.

I’m in the same position. If the goal is to tour/travel how could they expect a full itinerary?

Thank you.

@Us ****

How do you handle health insurance in this scenario? What are best options and are there rules for metv?

@Mike ****

thank you. I think that is the plan. Could you tell me your agent if you’re happy with them?

@Henrik ****

I will give myself 59-60 to decide. If not a good decision I will start working again until 67 (full retirement age in US).