chibichibi

if you would get a "normal" contract from your employer you never have to leave the country to renew anything.

did you ask yourself the question, why your employer only gives you 12 month contract? i think the answer is: because he does not want to pay you any compensation. you have a right for compensation if contract gets canceled. (1 month salary for first 12 month, 3 month salary after 12 month,etc.)

maybe try to get a normal contract so you have a right to ask for this at a later point. ;-)

happened to me as well twice.

i just called HQ in Dubai. changes done. no problem.

other time i called office in germany. same. changes done. no problems.

i have researched all options myself last year. there is only one that really is interesting in thailand.

http://modelathailand.com

i have seen their show house at an exhibition fully setup. looks very good. many options for size and design. prices are reasonable. construction time around 10 weeks.