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What is the process for retiring in Thailand as an Australian expat?

Alan ********

Get travel visa come out go to visa agent will have retirement visa and bank account within 30 days if problem get 30 day extention. 😀

a year ago

What areas or clubs should be avoided during a first visit to Pattaya in April?

Alan ********

Just enjoy have a limit on booze behave and respect the Thai people see it all if you don't like some place don't go bac

a year ago

What should I consider bringing or leaving behind when retiring to Thailand?

Alan ********

Really do not bring much most places are already furnished start fresh no winter clothes you can get new clothes, shoes, cheaper here no electrics power plugs are different so end up with multiple adapters its a pain can get books in exchange at most bars.

a year ago

How difficult is it for a US citizen married to a Thai resident to live in Thailand?

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@Durrant *******

no saw what happened to a few mates and vowed never to make the same mistakes one had to beg her for airfare home from his own money.

a year ago

What steps should I take to secure a retirement visa for Thailand when I don't have specific travel plans?

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@David ******

I paid bit more but was was stressed from all the bulls hit hoops so just got on plane went to visa agent let them sort it done.

a year ago

What steps should I take to secure a retirement visa for Thailand when I don't have specific travel plans?

Alan ********

Sorry forgot (visa agent) will do it all for you no stress for reasonable fee. Book accomadation for month once you have visa you can find condo etc.

a year ago

What steps should I take to secure a retirement visa for Thailand when I don't have specific travel plans?

Alan ********

When your ready just book a flight and when you arrive they will do it all for you will cost a bit but they open bank account and do all paper work just sit back relax takes about 3 to 4 weeks they cover all your expenses etc. All they need is your passport.

a year ago

How difficult is it for a US citizen married to a Thai resident to live in Thailand?

Alan ********

Never allow wife to control YOUR money do not allow family to move in don't have a child they can blackmail you with make sure you have enough money in hidden bank account if you need to escape.

a year ago

Can a Non-O visa be extended for a year while staying in Thailand?

Alan ********

Go straight to good visa agent they will help you. Yes can be done on tourist visa make sure you get a copy of passport takes them 25 days.

a year ago

Can you apply for a long-term visa while on holiday in Thailand?

Alan ********

YES on arrival go to visa agent done inside a month all you need is passport at worst may need a visa extention but they do it all for you 😀.

a year ago