Matthew, piss your agent off straight away. Just an idiot! Ting tong!

You need 800,000 baht in a Thai bank account. There are rules about this.

Don’t worry about monthly income as you already said you don’t have “a very good one” per month.

You can do this yourself easily. And not waste money on the leeches out there, eg Agents!

Mate, just Google, read and learn!

@Claude ******

sent you the “to do” sheet. Look at it and follow - easy!

Msg me if you get stuck!

@Jeffrey ******

that’s a good story and a human touch.

My experience is that in any of the touristy areas, the store vendors will never sell at a loss. Never, never!

Haggling is expected and you (the tourist) is seen as an opportunity! If you don’t haggle you are simply giving a gift. Up to you.

Always check prices across a number of vendors. Haggle and learn what the price window is.

Once you’ve done your research, go for it with a vendor who has the product you like. Smile, be happy, make fun, never get angry (very, very rude).

You’ve made her day. It’s the same as tipping in Thailand - it’s not expected but very welcome and brings lots of lovely smiles👍😁

Enjoy

😎

I suggest you rent - do not buy as you will lose!

Budget for 10 - 15k baht per month on a condo. Don’t choose an area until you’ve traveled to a few places. Enjoy this travel around Thailand.

Enjoy Thai women - you don’t need a wife so soon!

Get a scooter or bike as it gives you mobility and is fun. Wear proper gear and get health insurance that covers riding motorcycles! Look at the fine print, ok!

Have fun

👍😁

It’s easy.

Don’t use an agent unless your finances are so bad you can’t satisfy the simple requirements. Be warned - the agent route is often endless!

Agent wins, Immigration Officer wins - you simply pay!

I saw the question and knew I’d get a laugh with the responses. Thank you all, I wasn’t disappointed 👍🤪

I hope you get it sorted!

But why blame your wife?

You left the most important document you have, in a pocket!

It’s nothing to do with her.

In Thai style “It’s not her business”.

As I said, I hope you get it sorted 👍😁

@Mikolai *******

exactly!

Hi Dan,

I’m from Australia and now living in Thailand (Khon Kaen).

Google is your friend.

Ask any question and sift through the answers.

Then you can corroborate with people here.

Most of the expats here are great but as in any population there are different views 😉🥴!

Choose your friends wisely!

Best of luck with your future.

👍😎

@Dhyana *****

, yes, longer term.

@Ann ***********

Just read how to register and do so.

It helps to screen dump so you have record for next time.