rcoyote

On 1/21/2020 at 9:25 AM, WalkingOrders said:

Yes, but remember age 62 is not the full amount. I wasn't sure from your post if that was the early age amount or not.

thanks. I plan on waiting until after age 65 or whatever the age is... need to check up on that. Im mainly concerned that if in the event I didn't make it that she could get at least partial benefits. 

Thanks again. She was turned down for the tourist visa, however, they didn't stamp her passport. I would assume that there would be a computer entry that states what happened. We will try again this year and do more research before we do so. I've heard it has gotten much harder from an immigration angle, but not so much the tourist visa. Our problem is that we don't look too good on paper and I'd more than likely have to file a I-134 form with someone that would guarantee her stay/departure. I found a few immigration forums I'll start reading up on. thanks again for your comments. 

Thanks cm.. That would be my best plan. In the case that we only travel there together a few times, is there an option? ie. apply for a social security card etc?  We've had some problems getting a visa, I'd like to find if it's easier to get a fiance visa over a tourist visa... I thought tourist but we were turned down. thanks again.

I married a Myanmar woman in Myanmar. I am a US citizen that doesn't collect my SS yet. I will wait until full retirement - if I make it that far.  Can my wife receive SS benefits if I die? What could I do to make her eligible for benefits? We plan on visiting the US within a year. Thanks. 

In my opinion the best place would be in Myanmar. Your chance of meeting an educated Burmese woman are much greater. However, nothing against the working class. I'm married to one. She's brilliant and quickly becoming a business woman. Good luck. 

Yeah it may seem inconvenient to have to carry in my case 40,000 baht... In my experience, hassles are relative. I'd much rather have the hassle of preventing an issue than knowingly put myself and my gf in a powerless position where the cost can become exponential in a very short time. Any kind of forced separation could in my mind lead to the very least intense anxiety and a lot worse. No thanks. I'll take the sure route here. 

Great information. Thanks. Yes, I get it that some of you can get too much of it and likely are some of the helpful minds out there helping some of us not all that in control of this wacked out and incredible place. so thanks for bearing with the same ole information. 

Ok, I know this should go into the Myanmar forum, however, my gf and I are finally going to Myanmar. Hopefully if all works well, she will get approved to come back to Thailand using her new and real Myanmar passport on a TR visa. My question is this: Will she have to have 20,000 Baht too? Is there anyway we can show that we're together sharing expenses? or is it best to just both have 20,000 and keep it simple? (did I just answer my own question....) Thanks

On 6/21/2017 at 9:01 AM, zanaka said:

If you can wait 3 days, go for a tourist visa at the Myanmar Embassy in Bangkok, Here are some tips https://www.myanmarvisa.com/bangkok.htm

Can you return to the Myanmar Embassy one week later? I can only do 1 or 2 days. But then again the next message says the cost radically jumped on the visa. The eVisa seems like the way to go now.

On 6/21/2017 at 10:50 AM, jan2557 said:

Rcoyote, Just a couple things you might want to be aware of --

1. Last time I was at the Myanmar embassy in Bangkok, they'd doubled the price of the tourist visa (3 day wait) to thb 1600; so there's no longer that big of a difference with the $50 evisa (which I've read is now accepted at some overland crossings).

2. When I got my Thai tourist visa in Yangon, I submitted a reservation for a hotel in Thailand (just 1 night, & via agoda), but no flight ticket, and had no problems.

Thanks, I imagine since I have an apartment in Bangkok, I could show my contract or last receipt of rent rather than a reservation.   And also are there any downsides of the eVisa? it sounds a great deal easier. 

Seems like the 10K cash rule is very convenient training for greasing the wheels when so desired. But - in reality an inch of prevention can prevent a mile of hassle. S

This is very helpful information. I am a US citizen. Am I right to assume that if I carry 20,000 baht between the borders of Myanmar and Thailand I will not need to show proof of a flight out (for both countries)? That would simplify some of my travel plans. And also, is there a better visa to get for a trip to Myanmar (1-3 week trip) if I need to return to Myanmar within 60 days? for example: Must I reapply for another eVisa into Myanmar? I will be traveling by air. or is there a way to avoid paying for the visa twice? Thanks.

extra information: I will be getting a TR visa in Myanmar for Thailand. My job contract will end so I will be changing to a TR visa in Myanmar. I am looking to live in either Myanmar in the future, but still have an apartment in Thailand. 

Thanks Zanaka that is very clear and convenient. Is there a way to avoid paying the $50 eVisa fee for the 2nd entry? For example - are there advantages to getting a visa directly from the Myanmar Embassy in Thailand. I know it's a hassle, but specifically if I could re-enter Myanmar for the 2nd trip would be helpful. Thanks 

Hi, 

I know this is simple for some of you, but I get a little lost if there are a few extra moving pieces. I am finishing my teaching contract and need to leave the country to get a TR visa. I want to go to Myanmar and get a 60 day visa and likely extend the visa by either 30 day via immigration in BKK or fly out of the country again. Because my GF is from Myanmar and I find a new job in Myanmar I would like to arrange 2 trips to Myanmar. Can you help clarify or make any suggestions.  

When I fly into Myanmar I need a visa and apparently proof of a flight out of Myanmar (I would like to buy a ticket when I'm sure I want to return if possible) . This visa is good for a 28 day stay and valid 3 months - single entry.  Ok So, I'll stay in Myanmar 2 weeks and fly back to Thailand. Now, for my trip to Thailand I need proof that in 60 days I will exit Thailand... ok, so I fly back to Myanmar within 60 days. Can I still use the Myanmar Visa and pay a re-entry fee (1000 baht I believe?) Where do I get this document? Can I get it at the Airport in BKK? And again, I have to show proof of a flight out of Myanmar...which again, I'd rather decide when I'm in Myanmar just in case I want to stay longer.  And then my return to Thailand... again another proof of an exit? I've heard many members suggest buying the cheapest ticket and then likely just throwing it away... Anyhow... I think I get it, but a little clarity may save me some money and hassles. Ie. Should I entertain a Multiple Entry visa? It seems paying for re-entry is a safer and likely cheaper idea. Thanks. 

thanks wayned, I sent Mark an email, but haven't yet heard back from them. It'll likely take a few days. If not I'll call them. 

If I wanted to send 50-70 used golf clubs to the US plus a half dozen bags, what service would I be looking for? It seems like this is the right place forum wise. I'd like to bring them back to the US if I can find a reasonably cheap and easy way to do it. Ideally there would be a wood box that I could pack them all into. I could pack it myself, but I wouldn't have the box. I am imagining there must be some kind of standard size box that is used and reused for similar uses. Thanks.

Thanks JackT that helps a lot. I'll just buy a single entry. Someone else told me I'd have to have a ticket into and out of Thailand within the 60 days...which throws a slight wrench in the plans, but I guess you just throw the ticket out of Thailand away if you want to use the 30 day extension option. The main thing is not causing hassles. Thanks.

On 6/1/2017 at 3:11 PM, DUS said:

 

Not sure what you mean. Can you provide some details, please?

 

What is true is that if you enter on the last day of your visa (enter before xx/month) then you will be stamped in with another 60 days which can be extended by 30 days at immigration.

Sorry I'm jumping in here without reading the 120 pages before it. I'll be going to Myanmar after my job contract ends. I will buy a round trip ticket. I would like to get a 60 day Tourist visa that I can extend back in Thailand. I'm a US citizen.  Do you know if I can do this at the airport in Yangon? or more likely at the Thai embassy in Myanmar? And would I have any requirements ie. proof of income or $ amount etc.? Any suggestions would be helpful. Thanks. 

that's great!  I am assuming that my SCB bank card will work fine in Myanmar when I visit next month. probably 200 baht charge.  I have a back up plan. Do you have a business visa? or another way?  I'm looking into a tourist visa right now. I keep hearing about an e-visa being the best way for my purposes. I am assuming that I can get a 60 day tourist visa re-entry in Yangon, but if you know one way or another that'd be very helpful. Thanks again.

I'm a US citizen working in Thailand, but have given my notice and want to visit Myanmar. When I come back to Thailand I won't have a job, so I'd like to get a 60 day Tourist visa that can be extended 30 days in Bangkok. Where can I find out more information about this and alternative visas? I have a Myanmar GF and we are looking to possibly start a business in Myanmar, but we are in the early stages, so I would like to travel a few times back and forth Yangon, Bangkok. Can I get a multiple visa along with the 60 day? And do you have any idea of the costs?

thanks.

that's some hard earned information. It sounds like you get a bank account in Myanmar for depositing and have to take it out by hand. Have you found an alternative for customers to pay into your bank other than PayPal? ie. a bank app direct deposit? thanks

Has anyone had new experiences in Myanmar with banks and ATMs since these posts? I'm a US citizen living in Thailand and soon to be married to a Myanmar citizen. We are looking to do trade between all three countries and want to learn more about simple banking transactions first and longer term strategies as we develop our business. Thanks.

What if we only have a choice between having a baby in Myanmar or Thailand. My gf is from Myanmar. It seems there could be some advantages for the kid if he was born in Thailand. 

Apparently, healthcare is a lot cheaper and easier to deal with in Myanmar, however, I have had great experiences with Thailand's health care. I get it.. as long as you have money. I don't have any health insurance, so I'll have to check on the prices too and weigh all things: salary, benefits etc.... 

thanks

On 10/17/2014 at 8:49 PM, Chillout101 said:

All papers are in Burmese but the agent will fix all translations the day before so once they have been to MOFA you are actually finished with agent. From there you need to go to Thai embassy in Yangon and get papers stamped, it will then be accepted by MOFA in Thailand, we forgot this but I actually got them stamped at Burma embassy in Bangkok without any problems.
Do not under any circumstances get married in Yangon, then they can not get the single paper and you would be smart to marry in Thailand instead. A marriage in Burma will raise questions in any other country so get it done in Thailand.

Hi Chillout,

Out of all the posts I've read yours has been the most specifically helpful. I am really curious, in my case, about not getting married in Myanmar. I understand your reasoning, however, I am wondering if I do get a job in Myanmar if it wouldn't be easier to get married there. I am worried about her crossing the border a few times in that she seems to always get hassled and may not be allowed back into Thailand on potentially the next visit. I have applied for a few jobs in Myanmar and am not at all clear what the best strategy would be.  If I am hearing your right - even though you were living in Thailand - it would still be a better idea to do as you said. and then travel back to Myanmar as a married couple. 

Sort of related and equally confusing is the idea of guardianship. If we did move to Myanmar unmarried we can't live together so I'm wondering how do we say we've met if she's been under her mothers guardianship. Specifically, my passport would show I just came into Myanmar and a week later was getting married. Seems like it wouldn't work unless I could say we've been ... dating for 2 years.. (really living together - but I understand that that is not a good idea to mention). Anyhow, I'd greatly appreciate your comments in my twisted up scenario.   Thanks - I do know it'll eventually work out. I'd just like it to go as easily as possible. Thanks.

On 4/26/2017 at 2:45 PM, NoBrainer said:

If it's anything like living with a Thai girlfriend, it will start out great, but turn into a nightmare a few months down the road.

 

Being single does have a lot going for it.  555

Maybe, but we've long been passed the few months.. Nearly 3 years.. She's quite different than any Thai girl I dated etc. Should work - we'll see. Maybe you just like being single - definitely better than a bad catch. 

Thanks - some great comments here. One strange scenario would be that I get a job in Myanmar and then we cannot get married or live together. But up until that point I will keep gathering information. I've heard from many recent sources that a foreigner can marry a Myanmar gal in Myanmar. Lots has changed, however, I would imagine that there is still a lot of greasing that may have to be done. I will take it as it comes and appreciate everyones feedback.