1. Have you ever owned or managed a bar or restaurant before?

2. Do extensive research on of the many people who lost billions of Baht starting bars and businesses in Thailand.

3. Do extensive research on those who have been successful.

4. I would never in any country, buy property or start a business, and put everything in a "girlfriend's" name. Insanity!

5. Get good legal advice

Why all the stupid jokes to a legitimate question. Aren't there groups for failed wannabe comedians. You guys make it difficult to read and learn about legitimate visa issues. Admin should do a better job of screening this nonsense.

Get to stay 180 days, without hassles, cost and risks of 2 extensions and a border bounce. And with one extension or re-entry your up to 360 days. Valid for 5 years, for $400 it wasn't even a debate.

@Michael *********

For arthritis and old sports injuries at Zen Clinic in Pratmanuk.

I have a DTV based on medical. I told the Doctor, I already was treating with, I was applying for a DTV, he happily produced a form, written mostly in Thai, denoted a couple months of treatment in one blank spot. Signed and stamped it. I also, booked my next treatment, corresponding with my return visit, and had the receptionist print it out on the clinic's letter head. (Versus the usual appointment card). Applied online at the Thai Embassy in the USA at Washington DC. Was approved.

Well actually, that is taking an advantage of the process. The intention is for tourists to be free to visit international destinations, and return to Thailand, with little hassles. Like if a tourist wanted to see Angkor Wat in Cambodia, its not a big deal. Which is why you will see comments from immigration, stating "not acting like a tourist," when someone repeatedly leaves and comes back in one day.

@Denice ******

Since you are moving to Thailand, get a phone in Thailand with a Thai carrier. Phones and plans are inexpensive.

@Phil *****

He asked for advice and I gave it to him. If he didn't want realistic advice, don't post on SM.

@Phil *****

Common Sense 101. If a girl is requiring 1,000,000 Baht, it's not a very good relationship. May be a business transaction, and not a good one. Common Sense 101.

@Phil *****

Common Sense 101. If a girl is requiring 1,000,000 Baht, it's not a very good relationship. May be a business transaction, and not a good one. Common Sense 101.