@Pompui
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Maverick looking for Goose in Chiang Mai! by Pompui
I hit the ground in Chiang Mai on Nov. 27th after a couple weeks in BKK. Anyone arriving around the same time looking to meet up and hit the local stretch for some exploring the town together? Seasoned expats more than welcome to join the fun. ...
Was ideally hoping to find someone who was in the same position as myself, well-traveled more than myself in Chiang Mai, works just as well as a person who will be hitting the area for the first time like me. BKK and Pattaya I've had my fair ... Read More
Owning property as a foreigner? by Pompui
The laws are very specific and aside from certain developments or designated areas, foreigners are not allowed to put condos and houses in their names. I believe this would be a true statement. If you own a Thai company however, can you register ...
Bear in mind that to set up a shell (fake) company for the specific purpose of circumnavigating the alien land ownership laws is illegal. If it is a legitimate company that actively trades then its ok to buy a house in its name. Pompui that's ... Read More
Bkk to CM by jimu71
Hi I am planning my trip too! :) Late Oct Is it cheaper to buy a flight in country (Bkk to Chiang Mai) than to purchase the full meal deal... LAX TO CNX...$1300 also any recommendations for lodging (3mos) would be cool Thanks Jim
Thanks for that Stumpy. I would have assumed buying the ticket at the airport a couple days before going since there something like 7-13 flights to CM a day would run cheaper than booking through a travel site. Not on this trip over to arrange my ... Read More
Maverick looking for Goose in Chiang Mai!
I hit the ground in Chiang Mai on Nov. 27th after a couple weeks in BKK. Anyone arriving around the same time looking to meet up and hit the local stretch for some exploring the town together? Seasoned expats more than welcome to join the fun. ... Read More
Bkk to CM by jimu71
Hi I am planning my trip too! :) Late Oct Is it cheaper to buy a flight in country (Bkk to Chiang Mai) than to purchase the full meal deal... LAX TO CNX...$1300 also any recommendations for lodging (3mos) would be cool Thanks Jim
Is it worth booking the flight to CM from BKK in advance, or a couple days before the flight? It seems to make more sense and was cheaper flying throughout Thailand buying the tickets once inside the country. Just figured this would help the OP out ... Read More
Owning property as a foreigner? by Pompui
The laws are very specific and aside from certain developments or designated areas, foreigners are not allowed to put condos and houses in their names. I believe this would be a true statement. If you own a Thai company however, can you register ...
I'm honestly fine just living off what I have and pension. I would really see myself just getting bored sitting around and not doing anything. Some folks are fine with that and that is great for them. I could probably stand about 6 months of not ... Read More
Owning property as a foreigner? by Pompui
The laws are very specific and aside from certain developments or designated areas, foreigners are not allowed to put condos and houses in their names. I believe this would be a true statement. If you own a Thai company however, can you register ...
FYI: I'm expecting a complete collapse of the Thai economy. Don't forget the 51% ownership issue. Since Thais (in general) don't like 'used' condos, and there are LOTS of brand new ones available, falang with money will be ... Read More
Owning property as a foreigner? by Pompui
The laws are very specific and aside from certain developments or designated areas, foreigners are not allowed to put condos and houses in their names. I believe this would be a true statement. If you own a Thai company however, can you register ...
Ok I follow what your saying. Sorry for going off on ya like that man lol, i think most of us are Type A personalities. I've been here when the redshirts stormed the airport, so it's nothing new to me. What is it, every 4 years or so they ... Read More
Owning property as a foreigner? by Pompui
The laws are very specific and aside from certain developments or designated areas, foreigners are not allowed to put condos and houses in their names. I believe this would be a true statement. If you own a Thai company however, can you register ...
You cannot own land. Any way you try you risk losing everything. You can own a condo in a building with the majority of ownership Thai. BUT... Are you aware of the market forces regarding rental units in CM? The vacancy rate is high and most ... Read More
Owning property as a foreigner? by Pompui
The laws are very specific and aside from certain developments or designated areas, foreigners are not allowed to put condos and houses in their names. I believe this would be a true statement. If you own a Thai company however, can you register ...
A foreigner can own a condo in their name provided not more than 49% of building is foreign owned. A Thai company must be majority owned by Thai's in most cases. This means the company can be no more than 49% foreign owned. Sometimes it is a ... Read More
Owning property as a foreigner? by Pompui
The laws are very specific and aside from certain developments or designated areas, foreigners are not allowed to put condos and houses in their names. I believe this would be a true statement. If you own a Thai company however, can you register ...
When I hit the ground in November, I want to start looking at condos with Chanote deeds. I have a Thai legal service set up to work with already to make sure all the paperwork is legit and legal. No Thai gf or wife to put into their name at the ... Read More
Does Suvharnabhumi Airport still have smoking lounges? by Pompui
It has been a few years since I have been in Thailand and never actually stayed at the airport to catch another flight. I know I did see smoking rooms during all my trips there, do they still have them?
Thanks Don!! That helped me make the decision as to whether or not to wait it out at the airport and catch a connection to Chiang Mai :) Read More
Owning property as a foreigner?
The laws are very specific and aside from certain developments or designated areas, foreigners are not allowed to put condos and houses in their names. I believe this would be a true statement. If you own a Thai company however, can you register ... Read More
Does Suvharnabhumi Airport still have smoking lounges?
It has been a few years since I have been in Thailand and never actually stayed at the airport to catch another flight. I know I did see smoking rooms during all my trips there, do they still have them? Read More
All the necessary Information about VIsas by LuisF
THAILAND IMMIGRATION, WORK PERMIT, RESIDENCY & SPONSORSHIP Before we delve any deeper, there are several key points to constantly keep in mind regarding immigration and work permits in Thailand. First, the right to live and the right to work in ...
Quick question about the ED-Visas. Having a hard time finding this bit of info out, and I'm sure it will help others interested in the same visa. I'm hitting the ground on a single entry 60 day and a 30 day extension from immigration office ... Read More