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Does returning to Thailand within the 7-day window satisfy the 90-day reporting requirement?

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a year ago

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What are the drawbacks of opening a Bangkok Bank account if the closest branch is 10km away in Asoke?

Bill *********

My agent setup my initial account at a branch near to the immigration department. But I can do my banking at any of its branches.

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What should I do if Bangkok Bank requests a passport certification letter from the US Embassy to open my account with a Non-O visa?

Bill *********

Right! Easy and done, no stress.

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What should I do if Bangkok Bank requests a passport certification letter from the US Embassy to open my account with a Non-O visa?

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@Priya *********

Exactly! It'll all get done in a couple hours.

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What are the steps to obtain a one-year retirement visa in Thailand?

Bill *********

Exactly! Worked great for me...no stress and all done in under a day!

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What are some visa run destination suggestions for an American expat with a Thai wife?

Bill *********

I really enjoy Singapore 🇸🇬 Great food!

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How can I open a Thai bank account to deposit 800k before getting a visa, or should I get the visa first?

Bill *********

Absolutely use a visa agent. Got it all done in under a day and didn't have to deal with trying to interpret forms or legal explanations. I put a high value on my time and this was well worth it.

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Do Thai people accept black women, and are there Americans in Thailand?

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@Nongnuch *******

Exactly right. You can easily observe on the streets or in shopping areas where a Thai person will be in front of a shop with a menu, or sale banner, or whatever, and will speak to everyone, but be silent when Indians or black people walk by.

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What are the best ways to handle US mail and residency for expats moving to Thailand?

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I'm using POSTSCANMAIL for receiving all my postal mail...magazines, newsletters, correspondence, bills, etc. Working quite well. I wouldn't change my state of residence since I don't know how to move my home and rental properties to another state!

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Are there any exceptions to the 180-day stay limit for tourists in Thailand?

Bill *********

I hear you... but here's the thing: taxes on what? I don't generate one single baht of income in Thailand. But I certainly spend money here. Would like to learn more on this topic.

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Does the 90-day reporting period reset when you leave Thailand and then return?

Bill *********

True, I should give the online version a try someday.

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