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What are the latest tax residency rules for Retirement O visa holders in Thailand regarding monthly remittances?

William ***********

The 800k is already in a Thai bank then that’s not income.

65k a month coming into Thailand is income. Makes perfect sense to me. Whether it’s taxable income depends on your situation.

4 months ago

What options does a person have after being turned back at BKK for frequent entries?

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@Jordan ****

most countries send you back to the same country you departed from. Nothing unusual about that and not Thailand specific. So your implication of an insult is actually insulting.

5 months ago

What options does a person have after being turned back at BKK for frequent entries?

William ***********

Time to do it right now or go to another country.

5 months ago

What amount do I need to show in cash at Bangkok airport if asked?

William ***********

20k might get you in but realistically you should stay home if that’s a struggle to prove.

5 months ago

What are the budget-friendly options for establishing a home base in Thailand before committing to a Retirement Visa or Non-O visa?

William ***********

We got enough broke expats. Get a truck driving job. Live in the truck. Stop paying rent or mortgage. Bust a move and bank your pay. You could easily have $250,000 saved in less than 5 years with proper money management. The first 5 years of trucking will pass quickly.

5 months ago

What do I need to do to use my phone in Thailand as an expat from Texas?

William ***********

Airalo has a many eSIM options. I personally use the global plan. 20gb data, 200 minutes calling, 200 texts, 365 days in 138 countries for $89. You can get a US number and receive sms 2 factor authentication texts.

You can get it all set up now in about 5 minutes and it will be ready to go.

5 months ago

Is Bangkok Bank freezing foreign accounts affecting Retirement Visa holders?

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@Jordan ****

and some suit can decide your account looks irregular and close it. Maybe that suit decides Jordan’s picture makes him look like a putz. Putz’s are irregular enough to close an account.

5 months ago

Can I apply for a Non-O retirement visa from within Thailand after exiting to apply as a tourist?

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@Rick ********

why not just get married again in Thailand.

6 months ago

What are the best phone plans to retain a U.S. number while living in Thailand?

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@Woody ********

yes Airalo is an eSIM. $89 for a year of service is much less expensive than a US carrier will charge.

6 months ago

What are the best phone plans to retain a U.S. number while living in Thailand?

William ***********

For $89 you can get a US eSIM number, 365 days of service, works in 140 countries from Airalo. Just renew the $89 yearly. Uses the AIS system when in Thailand.

6 months ago