@Karl ********

. You are from the United States? The United States has a tax treaty with Thailand. You only pay taxes to the United States. I lived in Bangkok for three years. I only filed with the United States.

As for how much and what a person is taxed? That depends on the type of income, investments, etc.

The visa service is a lot more than $150. And Siam Legal is not cheap. I suggest you contact some agents and Siam Legal. And get direct quotes from them.

You should not have to do a TM 30 again. It’s based on your primary residence. That is what immigration looks at.

Unfortunately Peter that appears to be the norm. All I could say is try your best to keep trying.

I know a fifty year old Thai woman that has a Thai government job. She has traveled a few times to Europe. Last year she applied for a tourist visa to the United States. She had been rejected three times.

When I lived in Bangkok for three years up until recently. I stayed at major hotels in Hua Hin twice and once in Pattaya. I never had to register with immigration regarding the TM30. And my information never changed

@Kool ******

Yes that sums it up. Unfortunately if she doesn’t meet the criteria mentioned she probably will be turned down. I know one person that fits this criteria. And she travels to the United States no problem. I know another person. She works for the government but doesn’t meet all of the mentioned criteria. She has applied for a tourist visa three times and has been rejected.

Yes the landlord should do it. But you should follow up on it with them. Because what they are supposed to do. And what they actually do are two different things. And some might have gotten away with it in the past by not doing it at all.

There are numerous major banks in Thailand. I use Bangkok Bank. It’s a matter of what you are looking for, what they offer, and if you want a branch close to your location.

You have to see a good orthopedic doctor in a good hospital. As Steve said. Ask the doctor questions and decide from there. Depending on what’s causing the medical issues, other specialist might have to become involved.

I realize you are trying to get peoples opinions. But they are just guessing also.

Yes a TM 30. You shouldn’t need to do a contract. Unless you just want to make a written agreement with your friend