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Do you need a US social security number to open a bank account in Thailand?

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@Onne **********

for those of us from the USA, we face extra rules because our govt tries to tax us no matter where we live in the world

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What are the best tips for managing a Non-Immigrant O retirement visa in Thailand?

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@Heather ******

same. Plus I opened a separate account for daily spending

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What should I do about my visa situation after being advised to apply for a visa due to multiple entries into Thailand?

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when i first moved to

@Love *********

, I entered on a six-month multiple-entry tourist visa which gave me 60day max for each visit (unless I filed for extensions). I found that to work well for me until I get on NonO .

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How do expats manage their bank accounts when forced to move financial assets to Thailand?

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I still have bank accounts in Singapore and Oman and Portugal and Thailand and USA. But each has small balances so I guess none of them are worried that I am money laundering. I am not, btw. Hehe

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Which credit card is better for travel in Thailand: Amex or Mastercard?

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@Stuart ********

good point

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Which credit card is better for travel in Thailand: Amex or Mastercard?

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Is using Wise for my 800,000 THB transfer considered an international transfer for the Non-O (Retirement) visa?

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@Stuart **********

worked for me with krabi immigration.

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What paperwork do I need from my bank to renew my Non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

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@Stuart **********

same for me

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Is it possible to stay in Thailand long-term on back-to-back tourist visa extensions?

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the amounts are Thai baht so not too horrible

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Why is it prohibited to mention visa agents in this expat group?

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I appreciate the reminder. Some of us belong to 10 or more Facebook groups and it can be difficult to remember the rules for every group. Maybe add something about no agents in the group name.

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