shansen88576
Scottish expat in Thailand
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About me
Scottish, In a relationship, 70 years old
Lives in Khon Buri, Nakhon Ratchasima
Speaks English
Registration: 17 July 2017
Travelling by shansen88576
Hi everyone, I have a retirement visa,if I travel anywhere within Thailand do i need to have a re entry permit. Stupid question I know just want to be sure. Stuart
Thanks for the info, that's what I wanted to know. Cheers Stuart Read More
Travelling by shansen88576
Hi everyone, I have a retirement visa,if I travel anywhere within Thailand do i need to have a re entry permit. Stupid question I know just want to be sure. Stuart
Thanks bill Really understand about the re entry permit now,it's about whether they keep my tm6 card at the airport when I am only travelling in Thailand (phuket) Read More
90 days report
I had my 1st 90 days report yesterday, I had all the paperwork i thought was required,i had a problem with the proof of residence as we are not legally married so need to have a tenancy agreement between my partner and I as our house is on her land ... Read More
Travelling by shansen88576
Hi everyone, I have a retirement visa,if I travel anywhere within Thailand do i need to have a re entry permit. Stupid question I know just want to be sure. Stuart
After all i am traveling within Thailand so they shouldn't keep my original tm6.If i travel by bus or train i don't have a problem? Read More
Travelling by shansen88576
Hi everyone, I have a retirement visa,if I travel anywhere within Thailand do i need to have a re entry permit. Stupid question I know just want to be sure. Stuart
So if i don't need a re entry permit and fly from Bangkok to phuket for 2 days on a beach do they keep my departure card or not do i need a new tm6 on my return? Read More
Travelling
Hi everyone, I have a retirement visa,if I travel anywhere within Thailand do i need to have a re entry permit. Stupid question I know just want to be sure. Stuart Read More
Rent a Bicycle or Motorbike? by maxjones
Hi guys, moving soon from China to Chiang Mai and not sure if taking a Bicycle to move around or a motorbike, or just walk? I have read about so many accident on the streets there plus never drove a motorbike so i guess a licence is needed?And bit ...
Being from the u.k we drive on the same side of the road and driving in pattaya taught me a lot, very exciting and loved it..best way get on and go just be aware of everything around you it's great. 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 ...
So do you still have to show 800000bht in bank. Read More
Safe VPN for viewing UK TV Channels in Chiang Mai
Try www.dailymotion can get some up to date uk tv. I use for soaps. Stuart Read More
Hello, I'm Tai
Hello tai, Have you solved your problem yet ?? Read More
Hello, I'm Tai
Contact family or friends. What is the problem you have,sorry to ask? Stuart Read More
Bus/coach Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya by Gareth Uk
I,m a Uk expat living in Saigon soon to visit a friend in Pattaya Any information for the above would be appreciated including where to find the coach station at the airport,the frequency of the journey,rough coast of transport and where th bus ...
Roong reaung bus company level 1 gate 8 ,buy ticket at desk only cannot book online. Regards Stuart Hansen Read More
Bus/coach Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya by Gareth Uk
I,m a Uk expat living in Saigon soon to visit a friend in Pattaya Any information for the above would be appreciated including where to find the coach station at the airport,the frequency of the journey,rough coast of transport and where th bus ...
Hi Just tell staff on bus they will help you where to get off they are very helpful. I think only about 10mins from central stop. Regards Stuart Hansen Read More
Bus/coach Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya by Gareth Uk
I,m a Uk expat living in Saigon soon to visit a friend in Pattaya Any information for the above would be appreciated including where to find the coach station at the airport,the frequency of the journey,rough coast of transport and where th bus ...
Takes sbout 2hrs Regards Stuart Hansen Read More
Bus/coach Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya by Gareth Uk
I,m a Uk expat living in Saigon soon to visit a friend in Pattaya Any information for the above would be appreciated including where to find the coach station at the airport,the frequency of the journey,rough coast of transport and where th bus ...
Go to lower leval at airport, go to the far end you will find bus to pattaya every hour from 7am every day last bus 9pm. Cost 134 bht stops at north. Central and south pattaya. Regards Stuart Hansen Read More
DT teacher
Look under classifieds language classes on this site,under handy tools. Stuart Read More
Rent a Bicycle or Motorbike? by maxjones
Hi guys, moving soon from China to Chiang Mai and not sure if taking a Bicycle to move around or a motorbike, or just walk? I have read about so many accident on the streets there plus never drove a motorbike so i guess a licence is needed?And bit ...
Hi My advice is to walk until you get used to your surroundings. Bicycles can be as dangerous as motorcycles. Take a while then maybe a 125CC motorbike is the best just be very careful and always expect the unexpected. Regards Stuart Hansen Read More
Teaching job with just a TEFL qualification ? by Jobe911
Hello, I'm looking to move to Thailand (Buriram) in Jan 2017. I have been looking at TEFL courses. It seems to be a 50/50 thing from my research that you need a degree to be able to teach. Do I stand any chance of getting a teaching job with ...
I agree you really need to have a degree to stand much of a chance to teach English in Thailand. Try Cambodia it's more relaxed about qualifications. Regards Stuart Hansen Read More
No degree, yet 20 years of teaching experience by kindkathy
Nowadays, so hard to find jobs specially if you don't have a degree. How I wish to apply for a teaching position anywhere in Asia. However, if skills and experience are acceptable substitutes for a degree, then I can prove that by serving and ...
Thanks Kathy No I have not checked that 1 out.I am retired 61yrs old living in korat so even harder to find a teaching job. I am looking at online teaching, its option. Cambodia is not so strict so you might try also easier to get a visa for work ... Read More
No degree, yet 20 years of teaching experience by kindkathy
Nowadays, so hard to find jobs specially if you don't have a degree. How I wish to apply for a teaching position anywhere in Asia. However, if skills and experience are acceptable substitutes for a degree, then I can prove that by serving and ...
Yes Kathy Very difficult but not impossible, i also want to teach and I have a T.E.F.L certificate but still no luck. Regards Stuart Hansen Read More
retirement visa and new home
Finally got my retirement visa and my Thai wife and I moved into our new small house on our land. So everything is good now just relaxing listening to my favourite music station arrow fm. Stuart Hansen Read More
New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here 聳 June to December 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Thailand forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you聽;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Tell me where you buy your petrol, I will go there for mine. I pay Thai average price of 25bht a litre that's 51p uk money 4脳51p=拢2.please correct me if I am wrong. Stuart Read More
Requirements 2 days travel to bangkok
Hi 10000bht is enough, rtn tkt you must show if they ask.Accommodation you don't have booking paperwork, this is what to do. Before you land you have to fill out a arrival card,on the card just put the address of the guest house that should be ... Read More
Requirements 2 days travel to bangkok
Oh forgot you might need to show you have enough money so have 10000bht with you to show them just to be sure and have a return tkt out of Thailand. Read More
Requirements 2 days travel to bangkok
Hello, You can enter Thailand for 30 days if you are flying in. Your passport must have 6months at least left. You don't need to have a visa beforehand. Stuart Hansen uk Read More
kitchen
Just need about 2mtr or 3mtr length can't seem to find in big stores. Stuart Read More
kitchen
Anyone know where I can buy wor姆tops for kitchen same as the u.k. Stuart Read More
Non-o visa to Non B
I use a good visa company, for a little extra money they can do everything for you, you don't need do anything. Stuart Read More
Stores
Recently on a visit to a store which I won't name we wanted to buy many items. On seeing what was on discount offer we chose from the items on display, only to get sorry not in stock. This happened on about 6 items we wanted to buy.Why dont they ... Read More
Chips
Ok everyone I found deep fat fryer at home pro. Stuart Hansen Read More
Chips
Anyone help, I am looking for a deep fat fryer can't seem to find one. Stuart Hansen Read More
Expats/New Friends
Yes I know nakhon ratchasima zoo. Let me know when you have some free time when you are here. Stuart Read More
Expats/New Friends
Hello I live in korat in khon buri, I am with my Thai wife and 61yrs old. Stuart Hansen Read More
Girlfriend by blubmeister
What dies a Thai girl mean when she says , "Can you boyfriend with me?". Before she offered sexual services for a fee. What is the difference? No charge now? Is monogamy expected in return?
Yes she wants your money and sex included. Read More
How to save money in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you plan your budget before your move to Thailand? If so, how did you go about it? How do you save money in your day to day life? Do you find there are any areas where you can't cut costs? Do you have any tips about ...
Many cheap rooms around pattaya but best to find a cheap condo sharing not a good idea. Look for condos not near beach. I know condo in soi 57 pattaya klang last year only 4000bht a month, basic but ok tv,a/c bathroom no Windows near pattaya ... Read More
How to save money in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you plan your budget before your move to Thailand? If so, how did you go about it? How do you save money in your day to day life? Do you find there are any areas where you can't cut costs? Do you have any tips about ...
Welcome, Where are you planning on staying. Are you going to stay in hotel, room,or condos.I know a few cheap but decent condos in pattaya.I you want any information let me know. Stuart 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 ...
Just finished lunch. So i watch how they build my house despite the heavy rain today. I have built a new small house on our land for 350000bht very cheap and 2 rooms, bathroom and kitchen also everything new inside t.v,f/f,a/c,sofa and table all ... 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 ...
Time for lunch and a cold chang. stuart 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 ...
fully agree with you on that post. stuart 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 ...
Thailand is not perfect far from it but for me it is better than the u.k. I would just say for those who find fault with the country. Don't like it don't live here. Stuart 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 ...
I don't agree with you. Stuart 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 ...
I agree with you. Stuart 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 ...
Hello. I am kinda lost a bit to.Today I am just relaxing near you with my wife in khon buri near nakon ratchasima watching them put my house together, very interesting to watch the process. Stuart 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 ...
Yep love it or hate it thats thailand you have to learn to live with.Pattaya is a very exciting place to live i love it.Thailand is not for everyone.Why not try cambodia or malaysia,if its chilled out your after try one of the many camping on ... 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 ...
I have a T.E.F.L certificate so hope to teach English online. I also have a new house to play with, other interests include fishing, camping, letting our hair down in pattaya on the beach when we can, we drive to the big market on the Cambodian ... 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 ...
+'s Cheap living Cheap building materials Cheap labour Great choice of food Helpful people Cheap fuel Great fun Good clean malls Weather. Cheap healthcare( local Thai hospital and clinic) Great transport - 's Sometimes very hot ... Read More
New home by shansen88576
Starting to build a small house on our land today. And this is the Thai way of blessing our house on lucky budda day 24th of July with a pigs head,candles,part of tree, and many food to celebrate new home. I just watch as i don't fully ...
I like you did not plan on Thailand being my choice of places to live. 11 years ago I just decided to come here, I had no idea about it. I first came to pattaya and travelled round a bit and liked it so much I came back every year. Last year I met ... Read More
New home
Starting to build a small house on our land today. And this is the Thai way of blessing our house on lucky budda day 24th of July with a pigs head,candles,part of tree, and many food to celebrate new home. I just watch as i don't fully ... Read More
ATM CARD
Thanks John, I activated my card and just put my name as you said, it's working fine now. Stuart Read More
ATM CARD
Can anyone explain to me how do you pay for something online when the ATM CARD they give you does not have your name on it. Stuart Read More
Bank account opening to deposit retirement monies by dadtwothree
I am looking to retire in Thailand after i have been there 2-3 months ( I will return to UK to do application), I need to have 800,000 deposited into a bank account 2 months before my application but cannot open a bank account on my tourist visa, ...
Yes sorry, you are correct a exemption visa and the form for the bank was provided to me by immigration because I stay at my partner's home in korat. Stuart Read More
Bank account opening to deposit retirement monies by dadtwothree
I am looking to retire in Thailand after i have been there 2-3 months ( I will return to UK to do application), I need to have 800,000 deposited into a bank account 2 months before my application but cannot open a bank account on my tourist visa, ...
I opened my bank acc with kasi bank but had no tourist visa only v.o.a but had to have residency permit.How i got that is another story.But even then it was about 2 hrs of paperwork before i had my account. stuart Read More
m.e.t.v by shansen88576
I have been to talk with immigration in nakon ratchasima and was told I can get a multiple entry Thai visa in laos but only 30 days in Cambodia. I thought m.e.t.v were no longer available but they insist that I can only in laos. Anyone share any ...
Yes I fully agree with you. Stuart Read More
m.e.t.v by shansen88576
I have been to talk with immigration in nakon ratchasima and was told I can get a multiple entry Thai visa in laos but only 30 days in Cambodia. I thought m.e.t.v were no longer available but they insist that I can only in laos. Anyone share any ...
HI I have heard of and seen many of these sites but i hear many stories about them not being good.My wife and i only marry traditional way so not legally married.New visa rules are due soon,lets see what they are .I dont receive my pension for ... Read More
m.e.t.v by shansen88576
I have been to talk with immigration in nakon ratchasima and was told I can get a multiple entry Thai visa in laos but only 30 days in Cambodia. I thought m.e.t.v were no longer available but they insist that I can only in laos. Anyone share any ...
Thanks Yes i thought very strange too.Still visa rules are so difficult having no standard rules for every embassy or immigration office they seem to just have their own sets of rules.So i will go to cambodia first for 30 days and can extend that ... Read More
m.e.t.v
I have been to talk with immigration in nakon ratchasima and was told I can get a multiple entry Thai visa in laos but only 30 days in Cambodia. I thought m.e.t.v were no longer available but they insist that I can only in laos. Anyone share any ... Read More
Motorbike shopping
Most places have auctions but beware what you buy making sure all the paperwork is real and legal. Read More
Just moved to Bangkok! by lougallagher53
Hi guys! I'm Louise, 29 year old Northern Irish lady just moved to Bangkok to teach English for a few months! Would be cool to meet any other expats living in bangkok to befriend/travel with/enjoy Thailand with, anyone looking for the same or ...
Welcome I am Stuart living in khon buri near nakon ratchasima. Enjoy your stay Read More
visa status
Hi Bill Yes very complex. I have a T.E.F.L certificate so I am setting up a website soon to teach English online. Other ways are learning thai visa, self defence visa and o visa. But I have a meeting with immigration later this week so will ... Read More
visa status
Thanks Billy., I agree with you about misunderstanding others it can be very confusing. Thai immigration in korat are helpful and at the moment I am trying to get my o visa but I thought maybe new 5yrs visa would require less funds to gain ... Read More
visa status
Hi everyone I see on tv last night that the Thai visa might be changing so that people from Europe maybe others will soon be able to get a visa for 5yrs or more so as to help with the Thai economy and income for the country, anybody heard about ... Read More