JimDavis
South African looking for information about Thailand
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About me
South African, In a relationship
Speaks English, Thai, Afrikaans
Registration: 20 October 2016
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Moving to Thailand? Can I do it? by Chillman
26 year old Military veteran, white Latino; understands Spanish/perfect native English. pension of $850 monthly. Certified HVAC technician, earning $41k a year. Looking to live abroad or vacation long term. My interests are working out, ...
No problem to emigrate you dogs. You need to have all the official inoculation documentation, upon their arrival. They will be examined by the state vet, and if found to be well cared for and disease free, they will be released to you. You will ... Read More
Banking... has anyone used the NYC Bangkok Bank money xfer? by Khnom
Have you used the system only in Bangkok Bank, BB, where deposits are made into your account at BB in New York and that BB sends ur money to Thailand BB? This is different from normal "wire transfer" of money.
If your home country is South Africa, it is a load less complicated to trade your Forex. In South Africa, I have two accounts. My regular bank account and my forex account (Shyft). I, quite simply, watch the exchange rate between the USD and my ... Read More
Positive information by Anton&Jacky
Gooooooood morning beautiful people in Thailand! :) With all the negative comments about Thailand, lets make this topic a positive one. Lets give a little positive comments to future expats! What do you like about living in Thailand? Tell us ...
What I NEVER forget, is, that I am a guest in the Kingdom. I behave myself as such, and as a result , I am welcomed by the Thai people, and treated with great respect. Read More
Positive information by Anton&Jacky
Gooooooood morning beautiful people in Thailand! :) With all the negative comments about Thailand, lets make this topic a positive one. Lets give a little positive comments to future expats! What do you like about living in Thailand? Tell us ...
I, quite simply, love the country and it's people! Read More
Keeping in touch while living in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the best ways you've found for keeping in touch with friends and family back home while living in Thailand? How frequently do you stay in touch with loved ones? Are there local equivalents to common instant messaging ...
VOIP - Voice over IP - Hee hee. Read More
Paying bills in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Thailand? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...
Yea, unless the amount varies from month to month. Read More
Paying bills in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Thailand? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...
In my home country, I am a great fan of Direct Debits. I, inevitably, forget to pay my dues. In Thailand, this payment method does not seem to exist? Read More
Mechanic taking tools what are the risks? by Chodder007
Hi all hope your all well, I intend to emigrate to Thailand in the next few months I have concerns taking my goods there as I cannot seem to get a definite answer from anyone! I am thinking of taking my tools being a mechanic but concerned they will ...
Not on your car. You will pay up to 300% import duty. Read More
Retiring in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Thailand? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
NeverAgain, you have made your point. Perhaps it is time for you to purge Thailand out of your thoughts, and move on with your life. Read More
Where is the best place to live in Thailand for rent, safety ect? by kpearson
My family and I want to move over to Thailand and I don't know what part is best? We have 3 small kids. Ages 6,5, and 1.5 years old. any help would be great. thanks
Life is simply an attitude! Read More
How to Retire in Thailand from south Africa? by JimDavis
Hi All, My name is Jim Davis from Johannesburg South Africa. I will shortly be retiring to Thailand. I am a computer scientist by profession, and in a long term relationship with a Thai lady who currently lives with me in my home country. I can ...
Hi There, Good to hear that more and more South African have discovered the joys of Thailand. I have not finally settled in Thailand as yet, as I am still in the process of disposing of my South African assets. However, I do spend a great deal of ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Thailand? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Thailand, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
If you find Thailand to be that intolerable, the solution is simple, just go home! Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Thailand? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Thailand, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
Seems to me that you should exercise your prerogative of going back to your country of origin. Failing that, be a good guest in Thailand! Read More
Marrying a Thai Woman and living in Thailand by alkomusic
I am a Master Level Therapist and musician in Arizona. I also was a former science teacher. I am semi-retired. I have a nice relationship with a Thai lady, who wants to get married. She understands that I will still have to work PT to supplement my ...
You cannot get a work permit against a retirement visa. You will need to obtain a spousal visa in order to qualify for a working permit. Read More
How to Retire in Thailand from south Africa? by JimDavis
Hi All, My name is Jim Davis from Johannesburg South Africa. I will shortly be retiring to Thailand. I am a computer scientist by profession, and in a long term relationship with a Thai lady who currently lives with me in my home country. I can ...
Thanks Mate, I will give it a read. Regards, Jim Read More