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QUESTIONS

Can I use previous bank transfers and wage slips instead of the 400,000 THB for my dependant visa renewal in Thailand?

4 comments

2 years ago

Do I Need a Non Immigrant (O-A) Visa as the Father of a Thai Child?

19 comments

4 years ago

What Are the Requirements for a Dependent Visa and Health Certificate to Enter Thailand?

6 comments

5 years ago

What is the name of the app for TM30 in Thailand?

0 comments

5 years ago

Is there a specific option for transferring funds for long-term stay in Thailand using Transferwise?

0 comments

5 years ago

What is the approval rate for visa applications at the Thai Consulate in Vientiane?

1 comments

5 years ago

Are passports handed out in numerical order at the Thai visa processing office?

11 comments

5 years ago

What is the process for a visa run at the Myanmar border south of Prachuap?

0 comments

5 years ago

Do I need to bring passport photos and fill out a form when visiting the consulate in Vientiane?

0 comments

5 years ago

How straightforward is it to obtain a 60-day tourist visa in Kuala Lumpur, and do I need an appointment?

0 comments

5 years ago

How do I apply for a business visa in Thailand and what documents are needed?

10 comments

6 years ago

What is the official limit on visa exemptions for entry into Thailand per year?

16 comments

6 years ago

What are the easiest visa run options from Hua Hin and the 30-day entry limit for land border crossings into Thailand?

0 comments

7 years ago

COMMENTS

What are the long-term implications of retiring in Thailand considering the evolving tax situation?

Barry *******

in their own country they would receive a pension and free healthcare etc after paying taxes!

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What are the long-term implications of retiring in Thailand considering the evolving tax situation?

Barry *******

As I corrected, 35%.

I know many that would fall into the higher bracket.

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What are the long-term implications of retiring in Thailand considering the evolving tax situation?

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@Christopher ************

hence the above picture.

My point was 20-40% is not a ‘bit’ of tax as the comment suggested.

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What are the long-term implications of retiring in Thailand considering the evolving tax situation?

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@Christopher ************

Correction, 35%

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What are the long-term implications of retiring in Thailand considering the evolving tax situation?

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@Christopher ************

It’s a ball part figure having worked internationally over many years.

Guyana charge 36% tax.

Would all depend on income but the high 30s ‘could be a possibility.

UK larger tax bracket is in the region of 40%, Scandinavian countries in excess of 50%

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What are the long-term implications of retiring in Thailand considering the evolving tax situation?

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@Lynnette ******

40% of your income is not some tax!

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What issues have others faced with Pacific Cross regarding hospital bill payments, and what advice can you offer?

Barry *******

I wouldn’t class cancer as a ‘condition’!

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What issues have others faced with Pacific Cross regarding hospital bill payments, and what advice can you offer?

Barry *******

it was in the small print that they would not cover a ‘throat condition’

My friend was diagnosed with throat cancer.

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What issues have others faced with Pacific Cross regarding hospital bill payments, and what advice can you offer?

Barry *******

Pretty sure it was these guys that refused to pay for friends chemo.

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Which SUV is better: Toyota Fortuner or Ford Everest?

Barry *******

Just bought a Pajero Sport.

I love it

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What is the process and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

45 comments

5 days ago

How did you successfully acquire your DTV visa in Taipei despite initial doubts?

132 comments

14 days ago

Why do some members engage in bullying behavior online instead of offering constructive support?

155 comments

19 days ago

What should I know about entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

109 comments

21 days ago

What are the current visa fees and experiences for entering Laos from Thailand?

224 comments

25 days ago

What are the experiences and processes for obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

71 comments

a month ago

What are the changes in Thai visa application procedures for Southeast Asian consulates starting October 8th?

71 comments

a month ago

What are the new eVisa application procedures for Thai consulates in Southeast Asia starting October 8, 2024?

57 comments

a month ago

What are the experiences and requirements of obtaining the DTV visa in Thailand?

106 comments

a month ago

What happened in the tragic school bus fire in Bangkok?

146 comments

a month ago

What are some experiences and tips for long-term stays in Thailand?

86 comments

2 months ago

What are the key guidelines and experiences regarding the new DTV visa for Thailand?

19 comments

3 months ago

How do you properly use a squat toilet in Thailand?

270 comments

3 months ago

What do people love about Thailand's elephants and their unique traits?

18 comments

3 months ago

What are the steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa in Savannakhet, Laos?

60 comments

3 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa as a business owner in Thailand?

101 comments

3 months ago

What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?

64 comments

3 months ago

What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer in New York?

46 comments

3 months ago

How quickly can one get a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand as an Australian?

104 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand?

60 comments

4 months ago

What are the recent changes to Thailand's entry visa rules regarding unlimited land entries?

153 comments

4 months ago

What is the DTV visa and what are its employment restrictions in Thailand?

5 comments

4 months ago

What are the key features and requirements of Thailand's new DTV - Destination Thailand Visa?

134 comments

4 months ago

What are the requirements and details for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?

503 comments

4 months ago

What are the latest updates on the Thai DTV visa application process and its requirements?

193 comments

4 months ago

What are the new rules for the 60-day visa exempt entry in Thailand?

178 comments

4 months ago

What are the new visa measures announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and how will they affect expats?

48 comments

4 months ago

How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

79 comments

4 months ago

Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?

73 comments

5 months ago

What are the updates on the upcoming changes to Thailand's visa rules?

4 comments

5 months ago

Can I obtain Thai nationality by marrying my girlfriend in Pattaya?

164 comments

6 months ago

Why are there so many sarcastic comments on expat groups about Thailand?

267 comments

6 months ago

How efficient is the process for obtaining a 12-month visa in Pattaya's immigration office?

38 comments

6 months ago

What are the unique breakfast options and experiences in Thailand, particularly in Pattaya or Patong?

28 comments

7 months ago

What are the best Thai dating apps to meet women with regular jobs, excluding freelancers or working girls?

370 comments

7 months ago

What are the rules for re-entering Thailand on a tourist visa or visa exemption?

33 comments

7 months ago

Is it true that Thai passport holders will soon have visa exemption for entry to the UK and Australia?

105 comments

7 months ago

How did you successfully open a bank account in Thailand on a tourist visa?

93 comments

7 months ago

What are the best currency exchange options at Suvarnabhumi Airport for arrival?

175 comments

7 months ago

What are the benefits and application process for the LTR 'Wealthy Pensioner' Visa in Thailand?

1 comments

8 months ago

Why do people ask unanswerable questions about Thailand?

230 comments

8 months ago

What are the implications of the upcoming visa price increases at Thai consulates?

55 comments

9 months ago

What should you do if you receive a wrong entry stamp in Thailand?

31 comments

10 months ago

How can I share my Thai visa experiences and get advice from the community?

3 comments

a year ago

Are Thai people really dishonest or is it just a stereotype?

191 comments

a year ago

What are the challenges of teaching English in Thailand as a foreigner?

309 comments

a year ago

Is Thailand really as heavenly as some expats claim, or are there hidden challenges?

221 comments

a year ago

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

32 comments

a year ago

Can I change my O visa based on marriage to a retirement visa in Thailand?

117 comments

a year ago

Why is travel insurance important for expats in Thailand, particularly after a medical emergency?

215 comments

a year ago

What should I do if I make a mistake with my Thai visa at the airport?

54 comments

a year ago

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