Expat Retirees Love The Living Costs In Thailand – Here’s Why!
It is quite surprising that despite the recent political unrest in the Kingdom of Thailand, more and more retirees are opting for Thailand as a perfect destination for retirement luxury. Every year, the growing number of baby boomers hitting retirement goes past the...
Are Medical Costs High In Thailand?
Health is very essential in our lives. If your body fails to function due to certain health issues, life becomes hard on your part. You cannot attend work because you will barely have the energy to concentrate on productivity. Illnesses that pin you down on the bed...
Marriage visa for living in Thailand “new additions”
Marriage visa for living with your Thai wife in Thailand can always be a problem with you having the wrong documents or not enough copies and always additions being made so I have compiled a list below giving you a list of the requirements from today of what they wish...
Who get’s 30 days on a land border crossing in Thailand?
Who get's 30 days on a land border crossing? this is a very common question asked at Key Visa on a daily basis or during my weekly information desk at the Pattaya Expats Club meetings. The answer is simple from 2 months ago only countries from the G7 including Canada,...
Identification in Thailand is a must and the law
Carrying Identification in Thailand is not only the law but could in fact save your life if you was unfortunately involved in an accident. In any foreign Country carrying a copy of your passport and also your Visa stamp is a must and the law because if the Authorities...
Living in Thailand can lead to loneliness
People presume that when you live in Thailand or work that you have the best life in the World and with most statements i agree but living and being a holiday maker are two completely separate issues. To live a long and happy life in Thailand you have to be strong...
Working without a work permit in Thailand
Below is a small reminder of the true law in Thailand, foreigners who are owners of a business be it they have legal Thai company limited papers or the rental agreement is in their name for the establishment, if you are receiving profits from the business this can be...
Top Three Most Important Things Expats in Thailand Need to Know
Expats in Thailand need to have sufficient knowledge on important things such as health care, purchasing property in Thailand and the education system (in cases where they move into the country with their schooling children). This article briefly describes health...
Foreign marriage retirement visa rules
If you are in a foreign marriage and living in Thailand on a retirement visa with your same Nationality spouse then the last few months have been a bit stressful with numerous changes to the financial rules. Since I have been a visa consultant it has always been the...
Driving in Thailand – How to survive
People who live in or visit Thailand will always mention three things when telling about this fascinating country. They will tell you that the people are the friendliest, most gentle souls on the face of the earth. They will also expound on the incredible foods and...
Always carry ID in Thailand as it is the law
Thailand like most countries expect foreign holiday makers or residents to carry a copy of their passport with them as it is can be used for identification but it also shows that they have a visa to reside in the Kingdom legally. It also is very important to have...
How to Live in Thailand on a Budget
How to Live in Thailand on a Budget If you’re feeling the pinch of the downturn in the economy and happen to be pound poor, dollar deprived and bereft of baht, it’s entirely possible to get by in Thailand by on an abridged budget. Here are a few ideas that could...
Cooking your own Thai food
Cooking your own Thai food This is something worth trying particularly in Thailand where crucial ingredients are readily at hand and naturally very fresh. The deliciously aromatic spices and herbs are in abundance, and along with the fresh meat and fish, are...
Top Five International Schools for Expats
Bangkok has a wealth of top international schools and it can be a difficult choice for parents to decide which school to send their children too, but without doubt one of the best as the name suggests is Harrow International School in Bangkok. Harrow International...
Wacky Reasons Why Expats Stay in Thailand
Thailand has many wacky reasons why foreigners are attracted and one great reason is the country’s most popular festival of Songkran the Thai lunar New Year which runs annually from the thirteenth to the fifteenth of April. Songkran Festival The origins of the...
Five scams to avoid while in Bangkok
Bangkok is one of the busiest cities in Asia. Its enchantment isn’t derived from its busy roads, but instead its busy sidewalks. The hustle and bustle of street sellers, markets, and a flurry of restaurants makes the city one of the most convenient places to live in...
Main Thai Consulates to Visit When Doing Your Visa Run
You’re quite fortunate to have several options to do a visa run, many of which are cheap and easy. If you live in Bangkok, you have the fortune of being close to two airports, making the process smoother than you might expect. From Pattaya, Phuket, and other cities...
Thai Laws You Need To Be Aware Of
Whether you are holidaying in Thailand, or living here there are various Thai laws you need to be aware of. We will briefly mention just 5 of these Showing disrespect to the Thai Royal family The Thai Royal family is revered by Thai citizens. King Bhumibol Adulyadej...