I was quoted 35,000 Baht. This included opening a bank account.

I did it all myself for a fraction of the cost.

Opening the bank account is the tricky part, other than that it is just a case of following a simple process, filling in a few simple forms and providing the evidence immigration require.

It's your choice.

There are lots of helpful people in this group that will help with any questions.

Good luck.

@John *****

I wouldn't recommend they live on any island as I think it would get boring, but they seem to want to. I think you are correct about Koh Chang being too small.

@John *****

apologies my post was poorly worded, I meant Koh Chang has nice beaches (not Cambodia).

@Lorne ********

sea?

This is one of the few things you can do at Bluport.

Unsure of best time, but usually not too busy.

@Wolfram ******

agree Ko Chang seems to be in a better location for them, close to Cambodia and Laos also has nice beaches.

@John ******

I am not aware of any advantages other than it being easier John, but I read a lot of posts from people saying they were giving up on the marriage visa and reverting to retirement as it's too much hassle.

I have no personal experience, so it was just a suggestion.

Whatever you decide, I wish you good luck.

Are you over 50 John and if so, why not consider applying for a retirement Visa instead.

I believe the retirement Visa is much easier to obtain than the marriage Visa (someone will correct me if I am wrong).

I think you can convert from retirement to marriage Visa a year later.

Why not do your 90 day report online tomorrow, then you should have nothing to worry about?

@Christopher **********

yes I can guess. That's even more ridiculous than my situation.