@Mike *******

I’ve been here the same amount of time as you. Found it the same. Every office does their own thing. Change in leadership and it all changes. Some officers very competent others not. Yes banks can be annoying when you can do something simply at one branch and then have enormous difficulty doing the same thing at another branch.

@Mike *******

indeed it varies. I’ve been to several provinces this year. Not one hotel has asked for my passport. But I was with Thai partner who booked and checked in. HH is a bit posher. I stayed there in August and the resort insisted on passport. I think it depends on location, size of hotels etc etc. Also the way local immigration choose to enforce it or not.

@Robby ***********

good point. We always do that and I’ve never been asked for my passport upcountry. Not sure if the big chains’ hotels will ask for both to check in though.

@Radost *************************

not true.

Some interesting answers. I suggest you talk to a Thai lawyer. My daughter was recently applying to universities to study medicine. As a Thai citizen she checked out the military options. We have Thai friends who are doctors and went through the military medical programs. To be accepted she had to have all Thai parents and grandparents. No foreigners. Whether that applies to officers only or all ranks, I don’t know. But you should check with lawyers rather than social media.

@Bob ******

indeed. I lived in the UAE and it was massively popular there to. They brought Brazilian instructors over! Success in UFC and it’s growth in various films like John Wick etc have a big impact.

@Gary *****

at the gym I used there were several people, male and female, well over 60 who trained Muay Thai. Not to enter competitions but for health and fitness. Exercises, bag and pad work etc. Great way to keep fit and stay sharp!

There are a lot of martial arts club’s advertising now Gary. Many different styles and objectives. Maybe one of these would be interested in adding you to their list of instructors. I know one very successful British BJJ instructor whose been teaching here successfully for about 10 years. From your profile it looks like you can offer more than TKD. You’re also learning Thai which is very advantageous. Start networking among the martial arts community.

@Marc ******

you are joking. Lots of TKD for sure. But lots of MT too; often paired with BJJ and MMA.

Check the Embassy/Consulate website for details.