Retire In Thailand

Jade asked:


I need to cross the border to renew my visa as it’s required for the paperwork I am trying to accomplish. We need to go to an international hospital as well. Can someone kindly tell me where is the nearest and most convenient place to make a visa run to? What border, how do I get there and how much do I pay?

Also can someone tell me how well they enforce laws on immigration and visas and how clear they are? I notice that different people tell me differrent things and sometimes they renew your visa up to 3 times instead of twice. It’s pretty confusing although otherwise I really love the place.

Please kindly enlighten me. Thank you.
All great answers! Thanks! But I want to know also, what if my fiance wants to go with me but his visa isn’t going to expire yet? He has a 1 yr, multiple-entry B visa. What happens if he crosses the border? I was told about “depositing passport to Thai Immigration.” What does that mean?

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sara asked:

Hi and I just wanted to ask lots of question is how can i live in Thailand also what the first thing I should I plan to do right now. Also how much does it cost with U.S dollar. I just wanted to live a regular apartment and water with TV cable and computer with internet. Yes I’m 18 years old in college please, please email me at chinkatokrina@yahoo.com

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Suchie asked:

I was just wondering about all the people who answer questions here, do you live in Thailand, visit frequently or have you never been to Thailand?

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BeOne asked:


Its my first time to Thailand, I’m going late Feb (09) on my own. I’m looking for a quiet place on the coast in southern Thailand to relax.

Think desert island, with the opportunity of meeting new people, a ton of culture, a bit of spiritual activity (yoga/thai massage/meditation), and a smidge of nightlife.

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alice f asked:


i am an Australian thinking about going to thailand next year to do some volunteer work, need some basic info about how to get started and which visa would be best.
anyone who has had personal experience could help me out alot with my answers

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Angela E asked:


There are numerous organizations online, with different prices, packages, etc. Previously volunteered in Costa Rica, choose the cheapest Org, last minute, and had a horrible experience with the Org, but an amazing time in the country of course!! Any suggestions would be great, because I’m lost right now!!! Thank you!!!

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LadyGirl asked:


Wondering if anyone was aware of any non profit organizations building homes or sustainable communities in Thailand? I don’t want to go with any program that makes you pay to volunteer.

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Laffy Taffy asked:


I have the opportunity to volunteer in a teen program in Thailand, in either Bangkok or Trang. Which city would be best?
Bangkok is a bustling, diverse and cultural city, but Trang has natural beauty with beaches, waterfalls and mountains. btw.

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dangdangdonkey asked:


I’m going to Thailand in christmas with my mum (who is thai) and I really hope I could do some volunteer work to help the people there. I’ve had a look on most websites and all of which you must be 18+
however, I’ll only be 15 when I go.

What are some places that would let me help out there?
-My aunt recommended schools up north to help

Retirement in Thailand