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How can I obtain Thai nationality as a foreigner?

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Be born in Thailand

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What are the preferred locations in Thailand among expats and why?

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Kanchanaburi. Beautiful waterfalls nearby, the rivers, the quiet places, the war museum, the railway, Hellfire Pass... and still has some great little bars and restaurants.

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What should I do if I encounter reckless drivers in Thailand?

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Slumdog millionaires

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What does the term 'farang' mean and how is it perceived by different ethnicities in Thailand?

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Ok, my Thai wife uses the following:

Farang = white foreigner

Khmer = Cambodian

Kak = Iandian / Sri Lankan

Dum = Black

Rooshia = Russian

Gin = Chinese

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Where can I find an orthodontist and an optometrist in Thailand who speaks English?

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someone who writes novels about teeth? 🙂

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What form do I need from immigration to open a bank account in Thailand on an ED visa?

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I have a BKK Bank account. Opened it a few years ago at the branch outside the Mall Bang Kapi with nothing more than my passport. 🙂

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What are the best options for managing finances as an expatriate retiring in Phuket, Thailand?

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I sold my condo in BKK a few years ago and had zero difficulty getting the money out.

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Can you open a Thai bank account without a work permit?

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worked for me

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