@Stuart ********

So if there is 6 months left on my passport when applying for the extension the extension will only be stamped for 6 months ? If i were to apply for a new passport at my embassy in that time would i then apply for a new 1 year extension based on the new passport ?

@Frnc *******

Yes but thats in Thailand and i dont agree with 30 % , It's still cheaper than most western countries , even with inflation. But inflation is world wide not just in Thailand so while prices are going up in Thailand so they are everywhere . The way you wrote it , you are saying that its more expensive to live in Thailand than in your home country . Maybe it's because English is not your first language that you might have explained that incorrectly .

@Ryder ********

Do you mean $8k USD ?

This is a very personal question. The basic answer is ,....as much as you can save. It depends on your lifestyle and what you want to do there. Most people will answer differently depending on their needs.

@Frnc *******

Firstly , what currency are you talking about ? Secondly the reason most people move to Thailand is because it's cheaper , not more expensive . Maybe you meant , you need as much money as you spend in your country . 😲

@Weldon *******

When you say , " and not put the 800,000 in a bank myself " , are you saying that you are willing to put the money into a bank but you want an agents help to do that or are you hoping to avoid paying the 800,000 into a Thai account altogether, with the help of an agent ?

@Tod ********

Is it the case that the balance must not go below 400,000 though ?

@Nick *********

I went for a ride around Nai Harn and Rawaii a few months ago and i was really surprised to see a Condo complex at Nai Harn ( big ugly orange buildings ) that i had never noticed before . Surprised the bejesus outta me. Fortunately they are tucked away a little out of sight amongst the trees . But a sad reminder of what is happening on the island.

@Nick *********

Its a nice area . I like Nai Harn and Rawaii is really taking off now.

@Nick *********

What area did you choose to settle ,...if you dont mind me asking ? I dont want to get too personal , you never know , some of that "stuff" you left behind may be looking for you .🤔😂