Billpro785

As a US Citizen, you are required to file a US Federal Tax return for every tax year. As the US, and Thailand have a Tax treaty signed in 1996, you can't be double taxed. I highly suggest all US expats go to the IRS website and read the agreement. It is written in plain English and will answer all your questions. As I posted in another thread, my accountant, said there is nothing to worry about, and means nothing to you or me. The new Thai tax laws are aimed at attracting bigger businesses to the Kingdom, nothing more. Again read the tax treaty on the IRS website and if still worried talk to a tax expert, and don't listen to the all the fear mongering by the armchair lawyers and so called tax experts here. And remember, as US expat living in Thailand you are entitled to the benefits of the IRS's Foreign Earned Income exclusion. Make sure who ever is doing your taxes uses this exclusion. Saves me thousands of dollars every year.

I have spoken to my accountant , a former US IRS agent and for American Expats like myself, this means nothing. As the US, and Thailand have a tax treaty and I file US taxes every year, this will not affect me in any way. I would suggest the US Expats here go to the IRS website and read the tax treaty between the states and Thailand. According to my accountant, this was done to encourage business investments in Thailand, not to nickel and dime the expats. And you know that any US expats that have more than 10K USD in Thai Baht in a Thai bank, The bank reports that to the IRS as well.

Not sure about Mint Mobile , but I have T- Mobile and never had any issues while living in Thailand. In fact, I bought a new apple phone and T-Mobile set the phone up with digital sim for state side number.

I took there their enduro course , and loved it. Would recommend their school as well.

There is something not being told here, by her. 1, She is actress, this is her 15 minutes of fame , and chance to get her name more noticed. 2, Being a "famous " person, do you really think the Thai Police would try and shake her down for money, knowing what might happen ? 3, In all my years living in Thailand, and check points , I've never been shaken down , and I wear a real Rolex watch, and usually have expensive camera gear with me. always paid the 300 baht for no helmet. I have feeling this nothing more than publicity stunt .

Going to miss this year as I will be traveling. Would love to be there. Used to race skis back in the states. Love it !! Was in region 5 and raced in the 800 class. Had 6 Polaris Pro 785's race skis.

I have 4 motorcycles and truck that only I drive once every couple of months. Is there an additive available to add to the fuel to keep it fresh ? In the states we have an additive called State-bil. Looking for then same here.

Checked on my status today, went from pending to Consideration by Government Agencies. Applied Nov 9th for Wealthy Pensioner.

This is from my experience when I got mine in the Trat office. Day one, Take the vision test and reaction test , takes about 5 minutes. Next spend about 2 hours watching videos in Thai, they will give you an English work book so you can follow the videos. 1 hour break for lunch and more videos in the afternoon. Day 2, On line computer test , that will be in English you need to pass the test , and the answers are on you-tube. After lunch, the road test, wear long pants and bring a helmet. The test is go around cones, stop at intersection, small serpentine , and go across a "bridge " which is plank on the ground , Hint , most fail on the plank by falling off the board . Line up with plank and hit the gas you will be right across. After that, go back into the office and get your photo taken and get you new license. Documents you will need , Passport Medical exam , which you can get at any clinic I did bring a certificate of residency, but they did not look at it.

Bought a new Yamaha motorcycle and the green book, tax stamp, and the license plate were stolen from my home. 99 percent sure I know who did to, but have no proof. I would assume I would go to the police, and file a report, and what would be the next step after that ? Bike still has the red plate on it as the new plate was never installed.

Mine went to screen 3 as well. Last week, it was on Staff 4, then later mover to staff 9 and now on Screen 3. No emails and nothing in notifications.

Thanks Ryan, Have completed it and now says 'pending payment". I would assume I wait until it is approved ?

Thanks, I was thinking the same. Again thanks for the info

In the process of applying now, have the docs to show the 80K USD for the 2 years and the medical insurance, but stuck on the lines 3 and 4 . What did you guys submit for that ?

Here is the form , Mods if needed can you please move this to the correct fourm

In the process of applying for the 10 year wealthy pensioner visa. On the form they are asking for Declaration on line 3, and on line 4 a letter of qualification from the Thailand Board of investment. Do I need those for the wealthy pensioner ? I have statements for the past 2 years I have over 80K USD in income, and letter for my insurance company showing I have the coverage. Besides the passport info, do I need the above 2 ? Thanks

Have a question as to what type of visa to get. I live in Thailand and still work offshore , usual cycle is 1 month to 6 weeks working out of Thailand, come back to Thailand for 2 weeks and repeat the cycle. As I'm over 50, have been getting the non -o , or retirement visa. My non-o expired in July, and have been coming back on visa exempt. I was thinking of just getting 6 month tourist visa with multiple entries instead on the non-o. Any suggestions ? Also, can I buy and register a new motorbike in my name.

Need help on which long term stay visa to get. Currently using "retirement " visa multiple entry option. US citizen with US passport, age 60 and renting 2 homes on yearly lease. I work for major US Company and make well over 80K USD per year. I usually work from 2 to3 months outside Thailand , come back for 3 weeks and repeat the cycle. Also have international company health insurance. Should I continue to use the yearly retirement visa, with multiple entry , or apply for the new Long Term Stay visa. If using that option I would assume to use the wealthy pensioner option ? If I'm reading it correct I would apply one time and I would be ok for 10 years ? Have no plans to return to the states, and plan on leaving my job in 2 years.

Can anyone recommend a dealer in Bangkok that sells Honda Motorbikes ? I'm looking for Click 150i and would like to pay by credit card if possible to get cash back rewards on my card. I live in Kanchanaburi, but the small dealers here don't have a 150i in stock.

Kanchanaburi, The city has everything you need, yet cross the river and it's rural Thailand with small villages, rice fields, and mountains. Inexpensive housing, a small strip of bars , and World War 2 history.

Having some friends from the states stay at my home for 10 days in October. I would assume I would take them to immigration office and do the TM 30 there. Any other concerns I need to know ? I have 3 bedroom house and they will be staying in one of the spare bedrooms.

for a Colorado ? Climate Control Module 74.00 USD in stock

Any shop such as Cockpit will be able to do basic service and maintenance . Spare parts such as Oil/Air Filters , wiper blades, brake pads can still be sourced OEM, and aftermarket. Any other hard parts that might be needed, can be ordered from the states via amazon, and Rock Auto. Will usually take about 2 to 3 weeks. Being model year 2019, it will be quite a while before any major work will be needed. The only issue on parts would be if the vehicle was involved in accident and needed body parts, Most likely the shops in Bangkok would have used parts. Any decent mechanic with a good diagnostic tool, AKA computer will be able to troubleshoot driveabilty issues, and parts such as map sensors, idle air motor, and other sensors can be ordered via Rock Auto via the states. I would even suggest you maybe even buy your own diagnostic tool, they not that expensive and easy to use , just plug the cable into the 16 pin connecter under the dash, and follow the screen prompts. Even a basic tool with give you codes and point you and your mechanic in the right direction. I used to be a aircraft mechanic and car mechanic in the states, and brought some of my more higher end diagnostic tools with me to check on my on vehicles. The model you are looking at , has no major recalls or safety issues listed on the websites in the states. Bottom line, if you like it, buy it , it's a good looking truck and would be fun to drive.

My Thai visa , Non-0 Retirement visa expired July 7th. I would assume I would get a 30 day visa exempt on arrival ? I do plan to renew it but not this trip. If needed, I have 2 US Passports and could use the one which doesn't have the expired visa.