@Dylan *******************

it was $500 isd more expensive for me to fly into Pattaya... prob the same for everyone else too.

There are some vip taxi stands right outside of the baggage claim at Suvarnab Airport in Bangkok. I'm guessing it is around 1500-2000baht.

Much better than getting scammed by the "taxi drivers" outside....especially if it's late.

You can also call a Grab or Bolt, but that's a dice roll if anyone will drive you that far at 2am 🤣

@Brandon ***********

This information has been very helpful. Thank you.

It seems like I need to plan to leave TH and apply for a 6 month visa, then find another country to live in for the other 6 months.

This group rocks! Thanks ✌️

@Brandon ***********

Is it possible to apply for a work permit if you are self employed? i.e - Youtubers, Streamers, ect

@Henrik ****

I have no interest in taking any jobs away from Thai people.

I have many skills and a few specializations that are not listed on that form.

I also have many opportunities to work remotely, but as I understand it, I still need a work permit to do so within the country.

@Brandon ***********

This is all new information to me and much appreciated. The internet has so many conflicting sources that finding definitive answers is almost impossible... even from the Thai embassy website.

I like this idea of going out of country and applying for a longer visa and then returning a few days later.

I just want to do this properly and enjoy my stay, while also finding a way to be a benefit to Thailand. 🙂

@Brandon ***********

That sounds alot easier than doing it inside Thailand.... which is strange to me, but ok... I will look into that

@Brandon ***********

That is not out of the question. If I can avoid going back to the US, I would prefer that.

Any idea on the time frame for that to process?

@Graham *****

I am also not anywhere near wealthy enough to afford an Elite Visa

@Graham *****

Correct. I am 40, single with no kids 🤣