Alan ******

My impression has been if you use a transfer service like Xe or Wise, when you hit the submit button is when it locks in to an exchange rate that it shows you in advance.

5 months ago

Is it acceptable to keep the 800k in a separate account for visa extension purposes in Thailand?

Alan *******

@Us ****

yes, but i am assuming all the paperwork required the first time would be reduced if using the same bank.

5 months ago

Is it acceptable to keep the 800k in a separate account for visa extension purposes in Thailand?

Alan *******

@Graham *****

this is my first year - must keep the 800k for 2 more months (total of 5) amd if I'm going to transition to 65k/month only next year, I need to be doing the 65k deposits now also.

5 months ago

Why does Thai Immigration require all previous visa stamps to be transferred to a new passport?

Alan *******

That sounds like a strange process. I had a China multi-entry visa glued into a passport that filled up AND expired, and I only had to show it along with my new passport to use it. I just had to carry both passports. I think others do it that way - and that was China.

6 months ago

What time should you arrive at Chang Watthana to get to the front of the queue?

Alan *******

Use Queue Online and book an appointment. Arrive a short time before and forget the lines.

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6 months ago

What are some recommended local tour companies for a 10-day trip in southern Thailand?

Alan *******

Look at G-Adventures for lots of small group tour options. There are maps and itineraries that may serve ideas, or go on one. I used them for a trip through Vietnam, Cambodia and end in Bangkok. After that, I felt able to make my own plans and trips.

7 months ago

What is the best way for a U.S. passport holder to show an income of 65,000 baht to the Thai immigration office?

Alan *******

@Tony *********

am I correct to say that you still have to keep the 24k in the account for another 3 months after the 1st extension is received, regardless of making the monthly deposits towards the 2nd extension

8 months ago

What is the best practice for managing my Thai savings account while on a 90-day retirement non-O visa?

Alan *******

@Graham *****

the 800k is already there and 'seasoning' until my application for extension in December. My question was about other activity with the same account such as monthly deposit towards the following year extension...

8 months ago

What is the best practice for managing my Thai savings account while on a 90-day retirement non-O visa?

Alan *******

@John *********

thanks. Is my expectation correct that after the first year extension with proof of the monthly deposits that I can apply for the 2nd and thereafter extensions without needing the 400k balance.

8 months ago

What are some options for monthly furnished apartment rentals in Bangkok within a budget of 25K-30K Baht that are close to the BTS or MRT?

Alan *******

Book the 10 days at a serviced apartment in the area you are interested in long term or spilt the days btwn areas. 6 month min or more commonly 12 month lease is when you will find a nice place for the budget.

8 months ago