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What visa should I get to live and do business in Thailand as a spouse of a Thai citizen?

Ralph *******

You have 8 days - and you think that’s enough time to get the ‘correct’ visa? When you don’t even know what the visa type is!

And no, you do not get visa on arrival. As has been stated hundreds of times on this site - you get visa exemption that allows you to stay for 60 days.

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Can I switch from a monthly income option to an 800,000 Baht deposit for my retirement visa in Thailand?

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It is often to do with the economy. During tourist season, the Thai economy is quite buoyant. Tourism contributes around 20% of Thai GDP, so of course its a large influence.

It’s also affected by interest rates. And speculation. So, no not predictable or we would be rich. But there are trends it follows.

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Can I switch from a monthly income option to an 800,000 Baht deposit for my retirement visa in Thailand?

Ralph *******

And you do, I suppose?

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Can I switch from a monthly income option to an 800,000 Baht deposit for my retirement visa in Thailand?

Ralph *******

We will know in a few months.

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Can I switch from a monthly income option to an 800,000 Baht deposit for my retirement visa in Thailand?

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@James ********

It will improve when peak tourist season is over.

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What is the weather like in Thailand in January and where to go after Bangkok?

Ralph *******

Yes there was rain in January. Perhaps not where you were.

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Is it possible to stay in Thailand long-term using flight visa runs without issues?

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@Andy ***********

Well, well the law was formed I suspect they had different intentions to bribery. But maybe not.

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Is it possible to stay in Thailand long-term using flight visa runs without issues?

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@Andy ***********

No that’s not in the spirit of the visa. It’s probably based on bribes.

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Is it possible to stay in Thailand long-term using flight visa runs without issues?

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@Andy ***********

Well, it’s the ‘spirit’ of the thing. Do the Thai authorities create the DTV for the purpose it’s being used? I truly suspect they will change the rules to stop the abuse.

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Is it possible to stay in Thailand long-term using flight visa runs without issues?

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@Andy ***********

Ok. It seems that you have to cheat a bit. Book a course then cancel it. Perhaps book dental appointments then cancel them.

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