The Difference Between Retirees and Tourists in Thailand

A discussion on a recent comment regarding providing longer term tourist visas for tourists and why that will probably not occur.

We Know What COVID Is: Stop the Histrionics

Another discussion on COVID, which even though most countries have put behind them and are moving on, some groups still seem to be fanning the coals to keep the issue alive.

ALERT: Major Events Inside Thai Immigration

A quick discussion to provide some information on Thai Immigration in that heightened scrutiny and more strict enforcement could be expected.

Is the UK Taking a Page from USCBP's ESTA System?

A discussion on a Travel Authorization System which will take effect in 2024 for those who wish to enter the United Kingdom which is very similar to the system presently used in the USA.

Why are K-3, CR-1 and IR-1 Visas Taking So Long?

A talk to provide an explanation regarding processing times for Immigrant Visas specifically Marriage Visas for which the process has become very slow.

Thai Immigration "Denying Visa Extensions"?

A talk to provide some insight regarding the denial of Visa Extensions for Chinese tourists in that there may be broader ramifications later on.

Is the Thai LTR Visa Being Widely Adopted?

A talk on the LTR Visa which is useful for only a narrow subset of people and has therefore not gained in popularity as much as was hoped.