@Stuart ********

you are so very correct. Still learning and growing into all of this. Thanks

@Stuart ********

I have a Non O12 month Multiple entry retirement visa. I have exited and rendered Thailand without issue with the visa remaining good until the anniversary extension date according to the officer who stamped me in.

@Jesper ******

this is done in the US regularly. Both can access.

@Dwayne *******

you are welcome. I did not discern that your were so young 555. I am 72 and shooting for a healthy 120. 555

@Dwayne *******

SS can directly deposit to Thailand. BB has a form they complete which is signed by bank manager to help with this. Than go to the US Embassy in Manila and download and complete the US form they have. Send both forms to the US Embassy in Manila. They will then arrange direct deposit of SS payment to your Thai account. I plant to do this when I complete my permanent move to Thailand in July. US SS $ are not taxed by Thailand per agreement with US. I was told the process takes about three months to complete and then needs to continue several months to become “seasoned”.

Glad you asked this. I will be doing the same soon 5 checked bags. Appreciate all the responses. Baggage fee with JAL $600 USD for the three extra bags by the way.

Check with US branch of Bangkok bank and see if they can help with opening a Thailand BKB account from here.

Is The TDAC required if I already have a multiple entry retirement visa that was issued to me while I was in Thailand last November?

@Sarah ******

you are welcome. Blessings to you

@Frank ********

I get that you did not experience my post as helpful. If you are old enough and not married to a Thai then I suggest a retirement visa as a starting point. Thank you for reading and taking time to respond.