@Stuart ********

so you are suggesting everyone carrys cash with them ? Clearly not, they profile passengers, whether we like it or not - Filipino/indonesian maid or worker is more likely to be stopped than a Caucasian but I was trying to avoid saying that….it’s in the rules and at the IO’s discretion how hard they enforce it, if somebody has means they can talk their way through it I would imagine, but probably not above types of pax……..

If you have a credit/bank card not an issue, this 20k thing is (sadly) for folk from the ASEAN region who may have limited means and are chancing it……so long as you have somewhere to stay or a plan they won’t bother you……..

Spend some time deciding where you want to live, go bush or enjoy city/town life everyone to their own - lots to offer here but look before you jump😳

Using these leeches fuels corruption and makes it harder for those of us who wish to handle our own visa applications and renewals. Try renewing a driving license in Phuket if you need evidence of what happens - 3 months or pay and it’s done tomorrow.

I have - PM me and I will give you the run down, a few pitfalls to avoid…..

Maybe it’s just Phuket…..

Every visit to immig restarts the clock whether it’s leaving or an activity at your local immig office such as renewing your visa

Very good - might not deter the addicts, but may keep them off the road at least.

Lots of hoops, and some thai speaking help but worth the effort in the end

@Ken ****

very useful for renewing license and registering a vehicle one less visit to immig