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What are the best cities in Thailand for expats looking for genuine relationships and a good social scene?

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@Bill ********

The girls have children so there is someone to take care when they get older, there is no social security here, not many girls with children actual ever went through a marriage ceremony, it does not mean anything here the Thai blokes just piss off whenever they find another girl.

2 months ago

Why did the immigration officer at Suvarnabhumi airport deny me entry despite my valid travel history?

Michael ********

I only wish that the whole of Europe and especially the UK was as vigilant as Thailand was on immigration issues !!!

2 months ago

Why did the immigration officer at Suvarnabhumi airport deny me entry despite my valid travel history?

Michael ********

I think its harsh ! But I wish that the immigration rules for the UK were the same !!!!!

2 months ago

What are some affordable health insurance options in Thailand for retirees?

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If you get a Nationwide Plus account this costs £13 per month but there is travel insurance included, but you pay a premium for long stay?age, and certain medical conditions, but i can assure you when you add it all up.its the best deal going, certainly if you are over 65 years of age and costs nothing like what you were quoted,

2 months ago

Which bank should I choose to open an account for my retirement visa in Thailand?

Michael ********

Bangkok Bank is the main international bank, but you must comply with all the requirements, your visa must be a long term visa, not a tourist visa,

2 months ago

What options does a person have after being turned back at BKK for frequent entries?

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@Simon *******

The 60 days is given as visa exempt you will just be stamped in for 60 days at airport immigration, to get the 30 day extension go to your nearest immigration office fill the form in and pay 1900baht its that easy !

2 months ago

How can I switch from an Elite visa to a Retirement visa in Thailand without an embassy income certificate?

Michael ********

I think since the Embassy stopped issuing proof of funds you first have to do the 800,000 in the bank for the first year then during that year bring in each month your

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+ then convert to that system the following year for the future, at least that is what I did, but wether you can do that now or not im not sure ?

3 months ago

Will a drink driving conviction affect my ability to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?

Michael ********

On the English Embassy site it does mention a police report, i got one 3 years ago when I came for good, waste of time and money, nobody was interested in it, I still have it in my files !!!

3 months ago

What visa options are available for long-term stays in Thailand after multiple 60-day entries?

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The Thai immigration are quite correct, and soon back to 30 days visa exempt !

4 months ago

Is it harder to get a retirement visa in Thailand compared to retiring in Mexico?

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@Steve *****

Maybe they wouldn't want him there, Im told Pakistan or Bangladesh are easy and cheap retirement countries, but you must behave yourself and adopt the Muslim faith, if not its 50 lashes for being a Christian !!!

4 months ago