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What is the history and significance of the 800,000 baht requirement for retirement visas in Thailand?
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a year ago
How has the community helped expats with their visa-related questions?
11 comments
3 years ago

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What are the best aspects of the rainy season in Thailand and how do different regions fare during this time?
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@Garrett **********
 Yesterday was freaking toasty :-)
3 years ago
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What are the best aspects of the rainy season in Thailand and how do different regions fare during this time?
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Today, Thursday, a little overcast, heat is down, just another day in paradise here in CM 😊
3 years ago
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Which airline is better for direct flights from London to Bangkok: EVA Air, Thai Airways, or Oman Air?
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EVA ___IMHO. Economy Plus pretty good
3 years ago
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Can I transfer money directly from my US bank to Bangkok Bank for a retirement visa?
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I am not sure who told you that but for my 800,000 I wired it from my Charles Schwab account directly to BBK Bank no problem
3 years ago
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What was the experience of getting a hip replacement in Thailand for an expat?
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Great story. I hope you are well.
3 years ago
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What are the details and opinions regarding the new direct flight from Vancouver to Bangkok?
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@Mitchell ******
 For 20 years I did LAX-NRT-BKK departure 23:55. Wasn't bad.
3 years ago
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What are the details and opinions regarding the new direct flight from Vancouver to Bangkok?
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What Airline is doing the YVR-BKK ?
3 years ago
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Can I obtain a Thai driver's license while offshore through an agent in Pattaya?
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I used an agent. Cost me 1200B. I showed up once at the Dr Lic off, looked at the light test, signed my name 2 X's, and out in 15 mins. Worth every nickel (Bhat) to me.
3 years ago
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What are the current consular service availability updates for U.S. citizens in Thailand?
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That is not good for many ppl 😩
3 years ago
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How can I open a bank account in Bangkok without a visa or a fixed address?
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Think about it. Would that happen in your home country? Probably not
3 years ago
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