@Barry ******

some schools yes, but it's not as easy as it once was. The government has cracked down on people staying long term on tourist visas and border bounces. Ed visas can still be done but often you will be tested to make sure you are truly learning and you do have to go to the classes.have you chosen a school yet? They will help you with Ed visa.

@Steve *****

motta/thailegaladvice in bkk. They will set you up with acct in Pattaya cheap.

What area will you be going? There are good agents that can do it all for reasonable price. You may be stuck with agent and or $200 one time accident insurance requirement from bank. You can apply for 90 day tourist visa and convert to O retirement if that's your plan. The funds requirement can he handled through an agent as well. Like everything in thailand, a little grease makes things happen.

@Andrew ********

thank you

@Andrew ********

likely pattaya or hua hin

@Andrew ********

do you know of a REPUTABLE agent?

@Steve *********

I'd like to know about full from initial including making the funds appear.

Whatsapp, Google number, I use Straight Talk to keep my usa number active. $45 a month prepaid.

Why bother? Live here and visit the states once a year. I file my US taxes from here. You're not taxed to dust here like back in the states. Minimal juggling to avoid becoming a tax servant here and enjoy.

MANY van services daily of bus. Around 140 baht.grab will run you about 1,600. Van/bus will take you to van/bus station downtown Phetchaburi City at Big C.