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What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?

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3 months ago

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Is it worth getting an agent to manage my Thai visa requirements if I have 800,000 Baht but don't want to tie it up in a bank?

Hugh **********

coach maybe 🤔.

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What are the best health and travel insurance options for a 6-month stay in Thailand?

Hugh **********

@Frances *******

do you have an advantage plan on top of your Medicare plan A and B?

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What are the options for opening a bank account on a tourist visa in Thailand and pursuing long-term residency?

Hugh **********

ah ok, good luck I’m sure everything will work out. 👍

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What are the options for opening a bank account on a tourist visa in Thailand and pursuing long-term residency?

Hugh **********

800k is what $23.000 US. take out a loan in your home country on the strength of your 65k income, deposit in Thai bank and in the second year use your income of 65k to meet requirements. I won’t get offended if you say I’m wrong 😑

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What are some recommendations for renewing a retirement visa in Thailand, particularly for financial assistance?

Hugh **********

thanks. UK and USA.

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What are some recommendations for renewing a retirement visa in Thailand, particularly for financial assistance?

Hugh **********

Question folks newbie here. I don’t want to go the 800.000baht route, for the 65k route does that have to be set up in your country and through the Thai embassy. Thank you.

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What documents are required for the 60-day visa exemption for tourists in Thailand?

Hugh **********

and a box of Johnny bags. 🥳🤔

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What are the implications of the GBP to THB exchange rate increase for UK expats in Thailand?

Hugh **********

@Inigo ********

I thought brexit was supposed to keep the hordes out, boy were they wrong. Leeds was on fire last night by fill in the sentence….

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Has the visa exemption period for US passport holders in Thailand changed to 60 days?

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@Jessica *******

nah, they just want people to know they’re still alive. 🤔

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Do I need a 12-month rental agreement to open a bank account in Thailand on an O visa?

Hugh **********

correct, but hotels should be able to provide certificate.

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3 months ago

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What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?

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3 months ago

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4 months ago

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6 months ago

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Why are there so many sarcastic comments on expat groups about Thailand?

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7 months ago

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8 months ago

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