noodleslayer

6 minutes ago, shortstop2 said:

I have an SCB Easy Account and there are no fees on my account that I'm aware of.

 

I recently had Bangkok Bank rip up my ATM card to save a yearly fee.

 

I don't think I have any fees on my Kasikorn account but I hardly ever use it.

 

Some banks will say you have to buy their life insurance in order to open an account.

 

Some banks have a choice of ATM card plans with various pricing.

 

I have an account with Krungsri where I haven't yet removed an annual 108 baht fee paid 9 baht a month for SMS notifications that I don't care about. 

 

Note the SCB easy Account may not be OK for Immigration since there is no bank book.  It does pay a high interest rate of 1.5% on the first million baht.

 

Suggest that you get a Thai Tax ID card from the Revenue Departmnet then present it to the bank to attempt them from withholding tax on your interest.  This is easier than filling out a tax return to get back your withholding.

Bangkok bank is the one I've been most interested in, can you elaborate what you mean... you asked them to cancel the account because they had a yearly fee? On their website it says "No fee - Free card entrance fee, annual fee and account maintenance fee" https://www.bangkokbank.com/en/Personal/Save-And-Invest/Save/Basic-Banking-Account

And I'm new to this, what is a bank book?

Hi, I'm about to start an ED visa and my school is going to give me documents for opening up a bank account.

The 3 banks I'm interested in are Bangkok bank, Kasikorn and SCB.

I'm opening an account at Bangkok bank for sure, but am interested in having 2 bank accounts. I just wanted to know about the fees for each of these 3 banks? Like is there a monthly/yearly fee to keep the account open, if so how much is it?

Incase it matters, I just want a normal checking account, with a debit card. I don't use checks and don't want a credit card.

See this is what I meant before, so you're sure you no longer need PR first? It says it right here on this file:

They should have been permanently resident in the Kingdom of Thailand for not less than 5 years counted from the date they received their Certificate of Residence, Alien Registration Book or House Registration Certificate (Thor Ror 14) that proves incontrovertibly that they have been permanently resident in Thailand for not less than 5 years

1 minute ago, ubonjoe said:

That info is way of date info. Since the nationality act was changed in 2008 those married to a Thai you do not need to have PR to apply for Thai citizenship. 

I suggest you look at this long ongoing topic. dbrenn's story of Thai citizenship application

That post is from 2007, is that topic still relevant today? Is there any article that shows all the information about getting citizenship, the requirements etc? I assume I'd need to be married in order to qualify for citizenship, and be able to read/write in Thai? Do you need the 3 yearly extensions on a non-o visa to get citizenship, or is it longer?

1 minute ago, ubonjoe said:

You get a work permit and work with a non-o visa entry or extension of stay based upon marriage.

You could apply for permanent residency as married to a Thai with you current extension and only need 50k baht of income.

If married to a Thai you can apply for Thai citizenship with 40k baht of income without getting permanent residency first.

But isnt thai citizenship a lot more difficult to get? I've read you need to get PR before you can get citizenship, and that it takes years longer to qualify for citizenship. Also, for both PR and citizenship, it requires you knowing how to read/write in Thai, right? I'm about to start studying Thai so that shouldn't be a problem for me. And to be clear, 50k is the minimum salary needed while married in order to qualify for PR?

1 hour ago, ubonjoe said:

The normal requirement is a salary of 80k baht if working. 

Okay so as I'd be making somewhere between 35-50k baht I guess that wouldn't be an option. I do plan on getting married to my Thai girlfriend sometime in the future though and I'd like to hear about my option of the permanent residency with the non-o visa. I know in order to qualify for permanent residency you need 3 yearly extensions on the same visa.... can you work on a non-o visa, and not have to switch to a non-b visa? What are the full requirements in order to qualify for permanent residency on a non-o visa?

Hi, I just had a quick question, I was wondering what the salary requirements are in order to qualify for permanent residency with a non-b visa. I know you need to hold the same visa for 3 years. Incase it matters, I'm American and my job would be English teaching. Also, is getting permanent residency realistic, or is it very hard to get?

@ubonjoe

3 minutes ago, NanLaew said:

If the OP is going to study Thai for almost a year BEFORE chasing down a teaching job, what's the big rush on getting these schools with lesson plan assurances?

 

Probably another "not the answer I want" response from the OP but there's something to be said  for learning to walk before running. More so when someone admits to having ZERO teaching experience.

Just looking for some information. What's with posters on here giving smart ass responses? If you don't know of any schools that provide lesson plans for the teachers, don't bother posting on my topic as it's just a useless reply

21 minutes ago, Iamfalang said:

I would bet zero schools offer what you expect.  An agency will take about 5k a month, which is the difference of 35 to 30,000.  Appearances are very important.  Likeability, very important.  Books will be provided.  It’s very, very, very easy.  Do you like apples?  Say that 10000 times.  Smile for pictures.  Don’t be late.  Don’t complain.  No speaking Thai, since parents want their kids to hear English.  This is teaching I’m Thailand.  Nobody changes the system.  Usually no air con, 40 kids a class.   Teaching?  I’m not sure.  Just inspire the kids.  Maybe you don’t like this honesty.  You’ll see.

I've been reading about Sine... so this is actually an agency, and not a school? They take part of your salary?

8 minutes ago, ChristianBlessing said:

You might get a more appropriate and precise response to your question if you would indicate the sort of teaching you wish to do. 

What do you mean? In the first sentence, I said I wanted to do English teaching, or do you mean ages of the students? If so, it doesn't matter much to me.

7 minutes ago, cdemundo said:

A couple of thoughts.

Studying Thai is not going to prepare you to Teach English to Thai students.

In fact if you look at the "teacher wanted" ads on Ajarn, none (or almost none) require fluency in the Thai language.

 

If your degree is not in educations you might look at a 120 hour in-class (as opposed to online) TEFL or TESOL course.

Again, not what I'm looking for at all. And I never said I'm learning Thai in order to teach English.

3 minutes ago, Isaanlife said:

Google "Lesson Plans" everything is right there.

Thanks, but that wasn't what I'm asking. If you do know of any schools that are like SINE, please leave them here instead of a reply that clearly isn't what I'm looking for.

Hi, I have never taught before, but I'm looking to become an English teacher next year. I'm about to start studying Thai at a language school for around 11 months. I have been looking at Ajarn.com for schools and I've noticed some schools provide lesson plans, while other schools say that you have to make your own lesson plans. Obviously with no experience, I have no idea how to do this, and would want to start out at a school that would provide me with the lesson plans and training.

So far I've found that "Sine Education" provides teachers with lesson plans and powerpoints, so you don't have to worry about all of that. I've also read they provide training.

I'd love to hear about other companies that provide teachers with lesson plans and training so that I have more options to choose from if anyone has that information, thanks! And yes, I have a degree and from a native English speaking country.

1 minute ago, dj230 said:

I used Canada post, I think its USPS in the states, also there are some delays because of covid, I waited about 5-7 days longer than the estimated delivery date

 

usually you have to declare what you're sending when you ship internationally, unless its retail goods, as in you purchasing from a retailer, you won't be charged import tax on it, just don't ship it in the original box with the receipt

Uh how would I have it declared if its just someone in my family going to Fedex and shipping it to me? Ive never done this before, so have no idea how this all works. Also if I wanted to get my mechanical keyboard shipped would they charge import tax? How about shoes? It's all used stuff, not in the retail box or anything

3 minutes ago, dj230 said:

cost me around $100-$200 Canadian for a small box from Toronto to Bangkok using Canada post late 2021

I remember doing the estimate on fedex/ups, Fedex was cheaper I than ups, I think ups was $300+ and Fedex was $200-$300

 

You only have to pay customs (duties/import fees) on purchases of goods, you don't have to pay any fees if you're just shipping yourself documents and a hard drive. 

What do they consider as goods? I wouldve thought something like computer parts like an external HDD would count as that. What about other things like clothing: shoes, boxers etc? And to be clear, you used Fedex?

I am wondering what the cost would be for my family to ship a little folder with my degree + transcripts and my external 8tb hard drive from Virginia, USA to my condo in Bangkok. And what company would be the best to use to ship it? I am just wondering the general cost for the shipping, and also I've heard you have to pay some sort of custom tax? Can someone explain how this works? I've never had someone ship something from US to me in Thailand, I've only ever ordered stuff from Lazada.

46 minutes ago, ubonjoe said:

It would depend upon what your were doing. It is possible to get a work permit with a job title as a manager or general manager.

Prohitied occupations are listed here. http://www.thailawonline.com/en/others/labour-law/forbidden-occupations-for-foreigners-jobs.html

So if he wanted to hire me as a car washer or security guard with a salary of 50k, this would not be permitted? Just to be clear.

7 hours ago, ubonjoe said:

I just cleaned up this topic by removing 20 posts that were meant to deflect the topic and the expected replies to them. Time to get back on topic.

 

It 50k baht for the US.

From the immigration order for extensions of stay.

 

Thanks @ubonjoeand could you answer my question regarding which job titles I'd be allowed to have if he were to hire me? If he were to say 50k salary for example at the luxury carwash, would I be allowed to do that & get a non-b visa and work permit?

1 minute ago, BKKTRAVELER said:

Well, I guess you could apply for a management job... If you go to a language school, don't think you'll be fluent in 11 months though. Classes are usually messy and poorly organized. It depends on your current level and most importantly your determination. If you can't write and read yet, there are little chances you'll be able to do so properly next year.

 

Getting private classes seem to get the best results if it helps. I had a few friends doing that for extended periods of time and they managed to speak fluently, write and read quite ok within a few years. They did work their butts off though.

 

One of them got a position at Big C and is paid well. The other left back to his home country as offers didn't match his expectations.

 

Hope you'll manage to find a good career path.

What country is your friend from that got the job at Big C, and do you know if he had a degree or not? Was his job entry-level like a cashier, or was it something higher up? You said he's paid well so I'm curious because apparently 60k thb is the minimum salary for US/Canadians to get a work visa in a non teaching job

5 minutes ago, BKKTRAVELER said:

You may have other options in 11 months.

 

Do your best to learn as much Thai as possible in the meantime, it might become useful to find a job here.

I should be pretty much fluent after 11 months of classes. Could you explain what non-teaching jobs I could do once I am fluent in Thai? In case it matters, my bachelor's is in Management.

12 minutes ago, DrJoy said:

@noodleslayer Check out the Non-B visa dox -

 

Completely filled in TM 7 form.  

Copies from following passport pages:

Detail page
Current visa/extension
Copy of all extensions from the last visa 
Last entry stamp
TM6 departure card
Up to date address registration

Passport size picture.

 

The company letters certifying as follows -
– Nature of business

– Reason or necessity in employing the applicant his / her position, salary and education background.

– Number of Thai and foreign employees detailed list.

Copies of work permit or receipt of work permit application.

Company's annual balance sheets.

The juristic persons Annual Income Tax Declaration Form (Form No.50) of the latest year and its receipt of payment.

All employees Monthly Income Tax Declaration Form (Form No.1 ) of the last 3 months and its receipt of payment.

 

All employees Monthly Social Security Benefit of the latest month and its receipt of payment.

 

The applicants Annual Income Tax Declaration Form (Form No.91) of the latest year and its receipt of payment.

The official letter that certify the registration of such juristic person.

Business Registration or Business License.

Value Added Tax Registration and list of share holders.

For those who operate export business, the documentary evidence clarifying its export activities is needed.

For those who operate tourism business, the documentary evidence clarifying its total number of tourist that brought in by the company is needed.

A map that indicate location of the Company.

Picture of all the company's employees at work

Picture of all company's employees in front of the office with clear name of the company showing

 

You need to be paid THB 50,000/- per month salary by the company, monthly tax on this salary will be approx THB 1802/- and SSB will be THB 750/-

Thank you, does the job title matter? As another guy in this post said:

Security guard: No

DJ: Maybe

Car washer: No

If for example he paid me 50k thb per month at the luxury car wash and I paid 750 thb tax per month, would that suffice to get a non-b visa with a work permit, along with non-b visa extension?

9 minutes ago, tonray said:

https://www.ajarn.com/recruitment/jobs

I'm aware of ajarn, is there a way to specifically search for jobs near certain MRT stations or districts in Bangkok?

7 hours ago, tonray said:

With the MRT extensions....much of the entire Bangkok metro area would be available to you with a short commute...limiting yourself to Bang Khae may limit your opportunities.

True, I would be living at a condo walking distance to MRT Lak Song. What would be the best way to find schools looking for English teachers that are within walking distance from MRT stations?

Hi, I'm looking for a job as an English teacher and I live in Bang Khae. My Thai girlfriend has a job in Bang Khae and it would be preferable for me to find a job in Bang Khae so we don't have to move. I am looking on ajarn.com and I've only found a couple of schools that are in / near bang khae: Assumption College and ACT-Bell Language Centre.

I was wondering if there is an easy way to find a list of schools in this area? Or if anyone knows of other schools in Bang Khae?

I am an American with a Bachelor's degree and a 120hr tefl certificate but I have no teaching experience.