@Alan ********

I know, it's confusing isn't it! Many thanks

@Alan ********

these are the type of things I'm trying to confirm

I have questions about how capital gains are taxed for residents/non residents and if it's paid in or kept out of country. Also, Google shows varied tax rates so I would like clarity before moving to Thailand

I recently saw this on the Chiang Mia US Consulate website. Does this include diplomas and transcripts? Since they included a pdf to give immigration with the update I'm guessing it's not widely known ¨Good news! As of March 2024, Thai Immigration no longer requires the authentication of documents issued in the United States at the local, state, or federal level. In addition, self-sworn affidavits for Thai visa purposes will no longer be requested by Thai Immigration officials nationwide. Please use this letter to address issues relating to these changes: Thai Immigration Letter (PDF). ¨

@Brandon ***********

over the border, into Vientiane for example?

@Jason *****

really? I'd have to submit this as part of my visa application. Have you done this before? Makes me nervous...

@Andy *********

thank you. I think we will rely on GRAB until we can get Thai driving licenses.

@Jeffrey *********

thank you! I'll look them up.

@Ben****

, were you able to keep your USDL? We don't want to surrender them for the HKDL

Thanks everyone. So just to be clear, driving with a USDL and officially translated to English Spanish DL is illegal? It would only be a temporary measure on arrival in Chiang Mai, while we settle in, buy a car, and apply for Thai DL.