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What are the best ways to send packing boxes to Bangkok when moving to Thailand?

Melanie ********

Prepare to pay the tax on volume of contents . Remove all tags

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What steps should I take to secure a retirement visa for Thailand when I don't have specific travel plans?

Melanie ********

You just arrive on a 30 - by day 10 go to immigration

Then straight up apply for a retirement visa

Don’t use an agent - absolute 100% scam

If you use an agent, you’re stuck with them for life

$3000 AUD for a couple

Absolute scam 😒😒😒😒 warning

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Will I have issues bringing DVDs, CDs, and tools to Thailand during my visit in April and later moving there?

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Most things brought into the country incur tax

Then you need to check the wattage

When we moved from Australia, we just started a fresh. It really wasn’t worth bringing anything.

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What are the best long-term visa options for an American expat wishing to live in Thailand?

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unfortunately that didn’t mean a thing for the Thai government. They are black ‘ white with nothing in between

Retirement visas are 50 yrs & over

That’s it

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How can I bring my dog with me to Thailand on a retirement visa?

Melanie ********

Easy to bring very difficult to get back out !

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Do I need medical insurance before visiting Thailand?

Melanie ********

Bloody insane not to

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Which is better for a family: Koh Samui or Chiang Mai in Thailand?

Melanie ********

Do your dog a favour

Avoid the heat & the risk of attack from soi dog packs running streets

How do you plan on simply moving to Thailand ? your not over 50 so it’s going to be difficult

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Why is travel insurance important for expats in Thailand, particularly after a medical emergency?

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absolutely we are 52 and 60 with a heart attack

It’s not cheap, but for me, it’s a no brainer

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Why is travel insurance important for expats in Thailand, particularly after a medical emergency?

Melanie ********

Absolutely, if you can afford to travel, you can afford insurance !

If you can afford to move overseas, you can afford insurance ❤️❤️❤️

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What are the best options for carrying money to Thailand without incurring high fees?

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Wise

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