I’m curious where you’re located and how you got an account. Would you mind pm’ing me? I’m still struggling with that step. I have lots of people telling me what they did, but it was long ago.

@Nick *****

Airalo is great if one is traveling a lot between countries. If one is staying in Thailand, some of the other options being presented are better. For starters, Airalo doesn't include phone calls. It's also more expensive than the other options. I do love Airalo for it's convenience while bopping around SE Asia though.

@Richard *****

I PM’d you with more info

@Richard *****

I’m not staying at a hotel either :-).

@Richard *****

thanks. I’m not worried about the financial. The accommodations are what I’m trying to figure out as the best way to present. Thanks.

@Richard *****

what did you provide for accommodations? How long?

@Rich ***

definitely the best bet

@Marty ********

and having a name like “long term residency” visa when you’re not eligible to be a permanent resident does not help with said confusion :-).

@Kool ******

ahhh...that's what it is. TVC wouldn't help me with opening a bank account then also wouldn't help me with a retirement visa due to a similar issue of having reached their "quota". I was not actually trying to skirt the system in any way. I only needed help. I was happy to put in the proper deposits. Now, I understand what they meant by the quota. Thank you.

@Alistair *********

I think talking to a Pattaya agent is best if you two can make the trip when necessary. They seem to have the most flexibility there.