scbrock
American expat in Thailand
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Registration: 24 April 2021
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Anyone done Thai retirement visa by yourself (no agents) by brerono345
I have been back and forth to Thailand over some years but getting serious about considering the retirement visa now, and I'm sure things have changed greatly now with the online websites and such.and over the past years I've read too many nightmare ...
I have been here six years and did the visa every time myself except for one time. The one time I used an agent it was costly and It caused problems later. Unless you have some complex problem I recommend doing it yourself it really is not ... Read More
Most common scams in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Thailand as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online traps or ...
I will share one more scam that I see all the time it happens at Big C grocery store. Doesn't really have to do with the store but there is motorbike parking in the front and there is only so many slots so sometimes people park on the red and white ... Read More
Most common scams in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Thailand as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online traps or ...
I agree that it has less to do with language and more to do with opportunity and taking advantage of people that don't know procedures or rules. So, it pays to be familiar with what goes on where you are traveling to. Real estate is another area I ... Read More
Most common scams in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Thailand as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online traps or ...
I read quite a bit about Thailand before coming and one scam that came up a lot was in Bangkok at the Grand Palace. Tuk tuk Drivers just outside the entry would flag you as you walk by and ask if you're going to the palace and if you said yes they ... Read More
Driving licence by North24
I think there is a post on this but I have my original driver licence which has been translated in English and my international drivers licence as well. My visa is good for 1 year and certificate from the doctor too.Would it be easy to get my Thai ...
HelloWhere are you located? If you are in Phuket many of us go toPhang Nga province to get our driving license. Read More
Obtaining a Thai drivers license by scbrock
HelloMy motorbike license is expiring and I wanted to renew it but also to get a car driver's license. I have a Thai motorbike license I have never hada car Thai license. When I go to the land transport office I believe it's calledIf I want to get ...
I was able to get my Thai car and motorbike license withouttoo much difficulty as it's been said take passport, med certificatecertificate of residence and license of home country andIDP if you have.I drove to the Provincial Land Office in Phang Nga ... Read More
Reporting a Death by WiredTight
I recently found out the a Friend of a Friend has cancer. His remaining days most likely are measured in days, if not months. From what I been told, he's had a long, adventurous life, and he's as positive as he can be. I consider myself a healthy ...
It's an important topic that we don't always think about. As for your friend was his body taken care of?I imagine there are procedures for this eventSorry to hear of your loss. If it's any consolation itsounds like he lived well Read More
Obtaining a Thai drivers license
HelloMy motorbike license is expiring and I wanted to renew it but also to get a car driver's license. I have a Thai motorbike license I have never hada car Thai license. When I go to the land transport office I believe it's calledIf I want to get ... Read More
Health insurance recommendation by fruitspunch
Hello,I'm going to live and work in Thailand starting in January 2025. It seems like I will get a basic limited health coverage simply by being legally employed by a company based in Thailand.However, I have heard people recommend getting private ...
@martinoo2002 I went to the hospital on a weekend once to the emergency roomand got in immediately but I would hope so as it was an emergencybut that makes sense that ppl are calling in sick to work during theweek.Not sure what you mean by a special ... Read More
Health insurance recommendation by fruitspunch
Hello,I'm going to live and work in Thailand starting in January 2025. It seems like I will get a basic limited health coverage simply by being legally employed by a company based in Thailand.However, I have heard people recommend getting private ...
@Goodmorningthailand As far as the long lines and low quality doctors. I usuallygo to Patong gov hospital but was referred to Wachira thatalso is a gov hospital because they have an outstanding urologistthat a Patong dr wanted me to see. At Wachira ... Read More
Veteran in need of other veterans advice. Or just really good advice by kljones0266
I'm new to this forum. I'm a 100% service connected disabled navy veteran. I would like to know. Is there a fairly size of military veterans, and what would be the the best community in Thailand living where I can connect with other veterans. And is ...
HelloI am a vet in Phuket. I would think $4000 per month would be enough tolive on but it depends on if you have any special needs and life style.You can spend a ton of money or live frugally depends on your interestand life. Read More
Laws changing for condo ownership and rentals? by scbrock
HelloI had a meeting with the owner of my condo. And she told me that they are changing the laws about ownership and rentals. She has two buildings and wants all of the owners to be in one building and the rental units in the other. Or, if I ...
@Maxi Mari Not sure that it is so different than my original posting but anywayIt would be difficult to rent out my condo when I am gone sinceall of my stuff is here such as clothes, guitars etc. She said shecan put them in her storage. Well, I ... Read More
Laws changing for condo ownership and rentals? by scbrock
HelloI had a meeting with the owner of my condo. And she told me that they are changing the laws about ownership and rentals. She has two buildings and wants all of the owners to be in one building and the rental units in the other. Or, if I ...
@Maxi Mari Thanks that's a helpful response. She didn't specifically ask me to leaveI think she is just being misleading and trying to earn more money butnot through ethical means. I am my unit owner there is no disputing thatshe was trying to get ... Read More
Laws changing for condo ownership and rentals? by scbrock
HelloI had a meeting with the owner of my condo. And she told me that they are changing the laws about ownership and rentals. She has two buildings and wants all of the owners to be in one building and the rental units in the other. Or, if I ...
@Maxi MariI didn't word it very well she may be the manager I don'tknow her exact title. The real question is were there any changesto the laws. I don't believe there was I did a bit of research andcouldn't find anything. It was all pretty vague at ... Read More
Laws changing for condo ownership and rentals? by scbrock
HelloI had a meeting with the owner of my condo. And she told me that they are changing the laws about ownership and rentals. She has two buildings and wants all of the owners to be in one building and the rental units in the other. Or, if I ...
It's so difficult to find honest people in this industry    -@scbrock I think it is difficult to find honest people where there is a chance of money to be made in any way, shape or form... in any country and especially ... Read More