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QUESTIONS

Do I need to show a return flight when applying for a retirement visa in Thailand after getting my initial visa?

6 comments

2 years ago

Do I need to book a return flight to Australia if I am traveling to Thailand on a 3-month visa while applying for a retirement visa?

6 comments

3 years ago

What are the requirements for Australian retirees to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?

19 comments

3 years ago

Can I apply for a marriage visa in Thailand while on a tourist visa or do I need to return to Australia?

8 comments

3 years ago

COMMENTS

How much can I expect to pay for electricity and water in a small condo in Thailand, particularly when using air conditioning?

David *********

ballpark figure is about $50 Aus per month 1150 baht in Jomtien easy to deal directly with condo owner and only pay government rate if you rent through condo body you can pay up to twice the amount i never had a bill over 1300baht for the month including water

7 months ago

What is the process for applying for a retirement visa in Thailand and how long does it take?

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i had to leave Thailand in hurry and let my retirement visa lapse because of medical reasons how can i re apply?

8 months ago

How do I report for my 90-day visa in Thailand after receiving my retirement stamp?

David *********

Philippines or Cambodia renew every 12 months no reporting BS and can leave the country and return without reporting Thailand needs to stream line the process

8 months ago

Are expats on a retirement visa required to pay taxes in Thailand?

David *********

Well since the Banks in Thailand have shocking interest rates some as low as .05% i put my savings in a fixed term deposit in Cambodia earning 8.75% for 5 years and live in Thailand

8 months ago

What visa options are available for moving to Thailand and starting a business?

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@John ******

well i invested my savings of $100,000 at 8.75% in a Cambodian bank for 60 months Thailand was 1.5% so i will be living rent free in Cambodia and having lived in the Philippines/Thailand/Vietnam/and Kampot in Cambodia over the last 10 years i can tell you Cambodia is cheaper to live

8 months ago

What visa options are available for moving to Thailand and starting a business?

David *********

If to difficult try Cambodia i changing there from Thailand in March way less hassle and cheaper and 7.5 interest on fixed term deposit in the bank

8 months ago

Is a medical certificate required to obtain a motorcycle license in Thailand, and can I apply for a Thai motorcycle license online?

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@Jim ***********

yes a current Australian license my international license issue with in 20minutes you need 2 passport photos and take your passport as well

8 months ago

Is a medical certificate required to obtain a motorcycle license in Thailand, and can I apply for a Thai motorcycle license online?

David *********

You can get a international license from RTA In Australia for $42 and can use for 3 months then apply for a Thai license when your there

8 months ago

What is the latest update on the 300 baht entry fee for Thailand and the ETA?

David *********

its 300baht about half the cost a blow job so just ask them not to use the tongue

8 months ago

Can you relocate to Thailand on social security income alone with limited savings?

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@Robert **********

you want to try talking to Centrelink international as i was told the same crap you're spreading from Centrelink but Centrelink International know the real rules i didn't even know they had a international branch so do your research from a the right source

9 months ago