Issues Booking a Thai SHA Plus Hotel with PCR Test Included

Some information regarding travel to Thailand and some issues that have arisen with regards to the Immigration process as well as hotel bookings, PCR tests and the Thailand Pass.

Is In-Country Thai O-A to O Retirement Visa Conversion Possible?

Some insight regarding Retirement Visa Conversions in Thailand and whether it is possible and if it can be done.

TRICARE Now an Insurance Option for American Retirees in Thailand?

Some more information with regards to Health Insurance for Retirees in Thailand in that TRICARE may become an option for some Americans from quarter 4 of 2022.

Does Thai Property Ownership "Count" for Immigration?

A discussion on using ownership in property in an Immigration context which still is not possible in Thailand.

"Approved in Principle"

A discussion on the 10-year visa program which has been approved by the Thai Government but as yet there is no regulatory structure in place.

Someone Is Still Paying for a Thailand Elite Visa

Some information with regards to the Thailand Elite specifically that the purchase of the condo itself does not automatically confer one with a Thailand Elite Visa.

Do I Get Residence with a Thai Pink ID Card?

Some clarification with regards to the Pink ID Card which although can be used as identification does not actually confer Permanent Residence on the bearer.

A 10 Year "Cap" on Proposed Long Term Thai Visas?

A discussion and some insight on the 10-year visas which are being proposed and the "cap" of 10 years validity.

Update on Smart Visas for Thailand

A quick update on Smart Visas in the context of it being a Long Stay visa for Thailand.

There Will Always Be "Risk" with Tourism in Thailand

A discussion on the "Test &Go" scheme which is aimed at bringing tourists back to Thailand and the fact that even though the risk is there, it is no longer dire and should be put behind us.