86Tiger

I don't see correlation between terms typed in search engine seeking information to the jump determining top places to retire. Seems it would lead one to surmise there is an impression Thailand, for example, is a good place to retire. But the information found after or during the search would determine the feasibility or desirability of the country to retire. But that is just me. YMMV

Guy, we all can move money around the world freely. But, not in secret. Governments of the world are in search of monies to tax and it will only get more intense as they feel more pressure to pay the bills. There is no longer an "under the radar" and has not been for some years now, if you have a bank account anyway. Unless one is involved in cash only business with no accounting of how the funds were accumulated there would be no problems once your bank has you on record as sending regular or even not so regular international transfers. Anyone has issue needs to petition the governments under which they reside, that is where the requirements are generated. Banks don't give 2 flips where or how often you send funds. They make a cut coming and going so they are all for it.

I have done quite extensive reading on this topic lately. Went for routine blood check and blood sugar indicated type 2 diabetes level. Scared me to death, so immediately began researching. One thing I did find was a reported study (did not see the study, only summary) done by NIH indicating reversal of type 2 had seen success if the condition was caught early enough by losing 10% - 15% body weight extremely quickly. Recommendation was 500 - 700 calorie diet until the weight was gone. However, that was the only hope I ran across for reversal of the condition. What I learned is by time type 2 is diagnosed, in most cases, the cells in liver and pancreas that produce enzymes to deal with blood sugar are dead and can not be revived. And I am recalling this from memory so don't crucify me if I am incorrect on some of the terms. Moral of story is type 2 diabetes does not occur over short period and by time discovered the body has been abused too many years. However, in my case there is a happy ending. The blood test is of course fasting test and I did fast for approx. 10 hours before the blood draw. But one other detail I was never made aware of is alcohol should not be consumed 24 hrs (and some recommend 48 hrs) prior to the blood draw. Well, I had a double scotch with early dinner night before and wallah all my numbers were off. 2 weeks with great diet, 30 minutes exercise every day and no alcohol all my number are good. So, I was scared straight. No more <deleted> food and I will be maintaining my exercise routine. Good luck on your health.

Pretty much sums it up. As others have stated, nothing should be trusted in Thailand.

Geez, going back to fit to fly certificate?? We had progressed beyond that.

Could this be viewed as validation governments do not want to eliminate drug trade? But only profit from it??

This doesn't even remotely make sense. They sold 34.6k units over what could be argued the best 3 years they ever had for tourism or foreign investment. And now expect to sale 1 mill units over next five years??? With COVID? With COE? With etc. etc. etc.?? That is a huge jump from 35k to 1 mil. They better get started building those new high rises. And offer better incentives than I have seen reported......... Yep, went back up to check, that's the numbers.

Guy, I don't know particulars of using credit card. But I do know it is too easy once you set it up with your home bank. Takes few minute one time to set up then as easy and fast as typiing the numbers into the app. wise.com will have all the particulars and you will know for sure.

I have traditionally gotten next day service as well. However, last week it took 4 seconds to Kasikorn Bank. Wise keeps getting it better.....

Never cheap out on power receptacles. After couple years when they don't work as well you will regret having saved a few baht now well forgotten.

I did the entire process for family of 5 back in July. What a nightmare keeping up with 5 sets of documents for the entire process of submitting thru travel. Not to mention locked in hotel room 2 weeks with 3 screaming kids. The family is safely tucked in at village and me back in Turkey for work. I will not be returning until at minimum the quarantine is eliminated. Any one who thinks a regular tourist will complete all these obstacles for couple week holiday in LOS is delusional. Most especially when large number of places/countries are open and welcoming foreign tourists with open arms and very minimal intrusion,

And how much paperwork/bureaucracy will it take to obtain that unicorn?

What is the best golf tip ever? Golf is to be enjoyed, not mastered.

Well, all I can offer is good luck to you. Maybe research your next location little better before committing. I sure do hope you get the acceptance and recognition from your new home that you desire.

I was one of those "40,000" in July. Moved family back home after few years in Turkey and I returned Turkey to finish current project. But moving family is only reason I would submit to all the <deleted>. I will not be back to Thailand until they finish all this craziness of quarantine, COE, etc.

Oh, yeah. Definitely something I want my pregnant wife to run right out and participate in......

Welcome to the forum. So sorry it took a problem with bank to get you to register and join us. This "problem" emerged at least 2 years back. Wise provided us a solution. To my knowledge you would be first since having solution to have the problem reoccur. Will be following closely to see if others are seeing same.

I am sure it never occurred to most nations to even try to play around with vaccine doses....... TIT

Many people only need a dream to keep going. That dream is theirs alone and is always perfect. If guys are happy and active working late in life more power to them. Too many have retired, sit down and died very short time later. And to be honest, I can't think of a better way to go than doing what I want, as I want and never wake up from a nap.......

I too have noticed the increase in bitterness over past few months. Sad really. I use the forum to try to keep up with current events in LOS and learn from questions /experiences of others. I try really hard to simply ignore all the negativity and bickering. But it is getting more difficult.

They can't get enough vaccine for adults at risk and they are going to start with kids, kids that have minimal to no risk? On top of that I am not aware of any country in world that has approved vaccine for young kids. Clown world continues......

No COE, no stupid COVID insurance, no ASQ, no travel restriction so I can fly into BKK and go home to Udon. Or, you are not "open"

I use Kasikorn and I don't think there is a fee to receive per se, but the exchange rate they give is where I think the "fee" is obtained. YMMV

I learned. Anyone (i.e. any student) learned who paid attention. I didn't teach. No other student taught. But you're probably correct, I didn't pay attention........

Family was with me in turkey for my work past 3 years. Did our mandatory 2 week lock up in BKK and got them home to Kut Chap last month. As much as I miss them babies, ain't no way I will go back before they lift that mandatory lock up.