Open Thai bank account is relatively easy. All you need a mobile phone with Thai number ( you can get it at airport) , visa longer than 30 days and some letter from legal attorney ( I used Siam Legal). It took me around 3 hours from visit to legal office to prepare some paper and open account at Bangkok bank. Of course some creativity is always required in Thailand.

@dennythedavinchi3832

4 ай бұрын

Where and how you get the letter from legal attorney?

@zorsok316

4 ай бұрын

​@@dennythedavinchi3832you need to find the Law firm to do for you. Above comment said Siam legal, which is a Lawfirm inthailand.

If I move to Thailand it will be with a single suitcase - maybe one that qualifies as cabin luggage. I have long got over the desire to take my life's detritus everywhere with me. I'll need to buy/rent a well-furnished condo.

@SimRacingVeteran

3 ай бұрын

You can travel with a small carry on suit case and full back pack. The back pack is considered as your personal bag.

Long Term Residence and Elite (Privilege) visas include multi entry. Also, why not just move to Thailand with suitcases only. There is no need for an expensive mover and have to pay customs taxes. My wife and lived in Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur for 5 months with just 3 suitcases and we didn't miss anything. I would go back to USA once a year to see children and grandchildren. I would have an opportunity to bring more things then.😮

I'm excited for the big move (probably within '24). You have no idea how much this new channel is exactly what I need- or maybe you do lol! I'll be heeding your advice on everything you dish out, so don't hold back anything!! Thanks again, Chris.

Did research on Bangkok Bank, which has a pass-through branch in New York City and is on the ACH transfer network between U.S. banks and other entities. In fact for Americans you can set up direct deposit between Bangkok Bank and the Social Security Administration. I can not speak to other banks. Bangkok Bank has all the paperwork on their website. The Thai government insures up to one million Thai BAHT per depositor in Thai bank accounts.

@writeronthestormkyushu565

5 ай бұрын

This is awesome info. Direct deposit from Soc. Sec. to Bangkok Bank? Wow! Thanks.

@WillM-kh2fs

5 ай бұрын

That’s really helpful information. I was researching HSBC and noticed they do business in Thailand as well, and have a banking center in Bangkok, and appear to have an affiliation with Bangkok Bank ATMS and branches as well. I’ve heard several stories about what a pain it is to give Thai banks your money, and seems like it should be easier. Would be awesome to just get this all set up from the states before getting to Thailand.

@user-ug8bi8py5b

5 ай бұрын

ขอให้​

@billelandomedia406

5 ай бұрын

I JUST made a transfer through my Bank of America account to Bangkok Bank. Once you set it up it easy to just click on the accounts you want to pull and send to.

@Iamsamuel69_2.0

Ай бұрын

What is the cost to transfer money? Is there a percentage or a flat rate?

Hey Chris. Great content. Fellow Canadian here. Not living in Thailand now, but considering an ED visa when we retire in 2ish years. We've travelled to SEA a few times. On our 2nd trip, we booked an appointment with a Thai hospital to get all the immunizations we would need for travelling throughout the area. It was expensive but would have been about 20x more expensive here in Canada. The immunizations are the same but costs are based on GDP, so much more affordable in Thailand. The doctors we met were Internationally educated, spoke fantastic English and were extremely friendly, helpful and interested.

I'm on vacation in the Caribbean right now. I've been watching your videos since I got back from Thailand a month ago. I think my whole family are going to pull the trigger this year. We're 40 and my parents 70.

Hey Mr Parker , I decided to move to Thailand , most likely to Hua Hin after viewing your recent health check video. I visited Thailand for 3 weeks last month ,Bangkok ,Hua Hin and Pattaya. My desire to move to Thailand became a conviction . So i'm watching all your new videos for the great information you freely give your subscribers . Hope to see you ,your family and friends in Thailand . Have a good one hey !!. Mario from Trois-Rivieres ,Quebec

@mikebaker4190

5 ай бұрын

Coming from Ottawa for Jomtien Jan 16th for retirement. Thought about Hua Hin. I prefer sunsets to sun rises. I definitely will visit it.

@atheist63

5 ай бұрын

@@mikebaker4190 i hope to see you in paradise 4190

@louloufarangset

5 ай бұрын

important ....YOU CAME HERE at a glance ..but every day you will live in Thailand ,in your real mind you will need to escape and GO BACK HOME ...loulou ..thai ...22/12/2004 ..no fake ...reality lol....

@atheist63

5 ай бұрын

@@louloufarangset i doubt it

All I can say, from one Canadian to another, is - THANK YOU ! Thank you for creating this channel, and thank you for staying who you are - a Thai - Canadian !

@bravefart1000

5 ай бұрын

yes that would have been just terrible imagine if he didnt stay a Canadian and chose Thai-Mexican or Thai-Australian what then

@roccohagedorn3110

5 ай бұрын

@@bravefart1000 Well, I hope it wouldn’t have changed his character, but I also wouldn’t have gotten the answers I need in order to move to Thailand.

@roccohagedorn3110

5 ай бұрын

Obviously. But you also can’t expect to get all the answers you’re looking for out of 1 episode.

Another Canadian here in BKK considering the jump. Great channel and appreciate the videos.

Leaving California on Dec 26th. Landing in Bangkok on the 28th.Did the rent a condo for a month idea and have an agent lined up to show ne long-term options once I'm on the ground. Super excited for this next chapter of life and you've absolutely been one of my inspirations to just get up and make the decision.

@GeFarr

5 ай бұрын

Bet your stoked to get out of this place 😩 enjoy

@OneJame

5 ай бұрын

I left CA in August, and I am not looking forward to returning to CA for a friends wedding in May 😂 I highly recommend stopping over in Tokyo if you have the time. Helps break up that long flight and not be so jet lagged. I would also recommend doing an Airbnb or monthly rental in a few different areas of Bangkok before settling into a year lease. Asok is great, but can get very intense at times. I’m currently a little further out of city center off Bang O, very chill and peaceful yet still very much Bangkok. Still not quite my Goldilocks zone though. Best of luck, and safe travels!

@Pennywise4

5 ай бұрын

as someone that has been living in Thailand for a decade, best bit of advice is spend the first few months exploring, don't sign for a lease until you know where you want to live, Chiang Mai, Pattaya/Jomtien, Bangkok, Samui... there are dozens of places I could recommend, but get your method of transport license sorted early on, and go explore , don't fall for a girl, no matter what for the first 3-6 months.. and find your slice of paradise and live your best life

@Spirit_Bear2

4 ай бұрын

Don't blame you for getting outta Dodge, it's beyond repair

@regnorse

27 күн бұрын

@@OneJame where did you find monthly rentals?

Excited for the moving to Thailand with a dog. That's my biggest obstacle at the moment. My dog is my child and he's my biggest concern about relocating. You are killing Chris! Keep it up brother, we appreciate you!

@user-wk9uh2vw3x

5 ай бұрын

We are moving our dog in February. Best ones suggest stopover at animal facility in Amsterdam. Great animal rest break. New intl rules must have holes no bigger than inch. Current kennels need chicken wire over side air vents to fix this.

Thank you - always direct, fun to listen to, and informative information - love it!

I am 43 now and want to get out of the rat race here in the US in about 10+ years and have been doing research since last year. Ive already had a great party life when I was younger so the nightscene isnt a priority. I just want to vibe out, connect with positive people and live out the rest of my life with as little stress as possible. I appreciate all the videos and I have 10 years to continue my research before deciding. Cheers!!!🎉💚💙

Thanks Chris for this super relevant video. Liked and saved for future reference. ❤🙏🇹🇭

Thanks so much Chris for all your help. Thanks to you it works for all of us. God bless.

Hi Chris. Loving all your vid`s they are so helpful and informative, keep them coming were learning so much for our future plans.

Great Blog Chris, very informative

You are my most favorite KZreadr to watch for Thailand goodies!:)

I really appreciate both of your channels and all of your information. I'm looking at 7 to 10 years before I will probably be retiring to Thailand but I am doing all my homework and research now. Your information for me is priceless!

Your information is so gold.

Thank you Chris! Just arrived in BKK last night for the first time and your videos gave me the confidence and info I needed! Especially your recent arrival video. Thinking about relocating here next year myself. I really appreciate your work!

@RW4U

5 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

Very useful information. Thanks Chris.

Excellent, thank you for all the information, I may be a year or two out, but learning from you will help me prepare! Thanks for putting this online. Kent

Love this new channel. The information provided moves my finger closer to the trigger. Thank You Chris!

Hi Chris. Thank you for your help and guidance.your videos are really so informative and clear.Thanks again.bless you.cheers.

awesome content once again,....super useful and indeed things that most (including me!) overlook way to quickly,....

Chris you are amazing. Thank you for your kindness and hard work. Bless you ❤

Thank you always 😊

Very helpful information! Thank you for creating this channel.

Bring shaving cream/lotion. Super expensive in Thailand.

@SimRacingVeteran

3 ай бұрын

Or just don’t shave 🤙🤙 just get a beard trimmer.

Very useful info. Thank you.

Thanks for the information. Enjoy the day.

Great info!

Hi Chris Thanks for all the good information.

@RW4U

5 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

Great, informative video. Thank you, for the time and diligence you devote to bringing this valuable information to those of us who are considering the move to Thailand. Best regards. John

I am so glad you made this video. I am an Australian looking to start a new life in Thailand. I have been living in a thai household for almost 2 years now. I have also been learning the language. But the thing that has stumped me is the Visa, so many options and Very confusing for an Australian looking to relocate 😅

This channel is one of the best resources for living in Thailand…really appreciate the down-to-earth advice based on first hand experiences 👍.

Hello Chris - your channel is full of insight and solid advice, thanks for what you do!

Thanks !!! This list is a great starting point.

Really like this new channel always useful information. Thanks Chris

@RW4U

5 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it!

Chris I am 72 years old. Will be moving to BK within 5 months. I will be watching every video you put out, not once but repeatedly so I don’t miss anything. Thank you Chris. You are a huge help .

@hookywookywithmalarkyman704

Ай бұрын

Lived here 18 years surin provence, bangkok is dreadfull on pollution levels, good luck !

@timfisher5417

Ай бұрын

Please share how you will handle health insurance...especially if from the US.

Thanks Chris! Love your channel! I’m in Samui now and figuring things out to make the move permanent in May. Your advice is very helpful! Will definitely contact you for a beer with ice once I have a bit more stability here.

Hi Chris, I am glad I found your channels. I visited Bangkok and Phuket in September this year. I love it so much that I will be back very soon. I have been thinking about applying for the Thailand visa. Thanks so much!

Thanks Chris, super helpful Vids, you're a star.

Appreciate the masterclass Chris! Very helpful!

Chris, Well Done ! Thanks for another great video...

wanted to say hi, your content and person are special. we appreciate you and your beautiful family... hope to connect when I come to Thailand.. thanks for being u

Thank you for all the info.

Hey man been watching your videos, thanks for the value truly, question unrelated to Thailand lol, where did u get the lights behind you with ur channel name from and the awesome frames of breaking bad :) thanks, keep up the awesome work

Thankyou very much for this useful information. We are planning to move to Thailand in a few years. But my wife and I are both not Thai and we are in our 30’s. So it will be a challenge but thanks to your channel it’s going to be a lot easier. 🙏🏼

A-mazing, concentrated information, thanks ! If trhere is an upcoming video, it would be also nice to learn how pet friendly the condos are.

thank you Chris, I look forward to buying you a beer in Bangkok. I owe you one for letting me dream & now believe that I can make the move to Thailand. Still 5+ years away but I work towards it everyday. Truly appreciate your help, wisdom & advice

I appreciate you! And I can NOT wait to visit & make my plans to move there!! It feels like home to me there & I have never been there before!:)

Great show Chris! Stay cool kind and generous! Go Wings! 😊

Great video and we will definitely use the check list. We’re about 5 years from retirement - to get our full pensions. We will mostly likely split between abroad and CAN (6/6 months).

You sound like us, a dog and boxes of stuff . Glad to hear we don’t have to sell everything we built up over the years . This has stopped us moving forwards. Thanks for the great Tips . At nearly 70 and still working full time I hope this can be a viable off ramp . We been to Thailand several times and the culture lifestyle is much better than where we are without a prospect of retirement.

Chris many thanks for the informative vlog. You are really an excellent Canadian ambassador for Thailand. It suits you. Take care khun Chris.

very helpful, thanks!

Some very useful stuff here Chris, I'm just waiting for my house sale to go through and then I'm moving over to live in Jomtien around Feb/March 2024, I'll be in Bangkok to begin with but would be great to pick you brains a bit more on arrival.

Hi Chris, Love ur vids. Have u done any videos with suggestions for anyone travelling/moving to Thailand with pets (dogs in particular)? Thanks

Very nice actually usable info.

january 2024 is when i move there ,thank you for the information ,another usefull video,Thanks and Hello from from Sydney 👍🙏

I never comment on videos. You have a lot of good information. I’m considering visiting a few countries over there then making a plan to move. Thanks for all of the info!

@trevorsmith7753

5 ай бұрын

Broke your duck, Donald!

Thank you!

Chris, you rock! 🤘So much info.👍

Great video Chris. I would love a video about car buying/ownership in Thailand. I know there are a lot of videos on youtube already but would love one from you.

@martypoll

5 ай бұрын

I bought a car from a Honda dealer here last year. It was pretty easy. I just needed a residency certificate, my passport with my long term visa, and then paid for the car in full with my banking app. The staff at the dealership took care of of the documentation and registration. I just bought a motorcycle from another expat and that was also pretty easy. He got the list of required documents from the local Department of Land Transportation.

Nice video Thankyou

January 16th land in Jomtien. Visa agent 17th, for non O multi entry retirement visa. Cash will always be king.

@regnorse

27 күн бұрын

cool. visa agent located in Jomtiem?

Great advice..

I sold everything and moved with what I could take on the airplane. Booked 1 month airbnb while looking for a one year lease. That made things so much easier so I would recommend to really think about if you cannot just sell all your things and buy new stuff in Thailand. If the answer is no, think again! Besides way easier logistics you save money and get a nice feeling of freedom when you don't have all that luggage you have been dragging around your whole life. You probably have boxes you never opened after your last move. When I arrived prio was a SIM card, bank account and visa as well as looking for that 1 year lease. Health insurance I bought before moving.

Regarding moving boxes, some moving companies require double-walled boxes. Check before you buy any - they may require that the moving company does the packing & boxing.

@zorsok316

4 ай бұрын

Hi I hope my answer can help you. Actually, you just walk into the AIS shop in any department store and ask them to open a new number with registration for foreigner. Yes, you are the foreigner. You need to show them your passport with VISA. What kind of visa do you have? just use that visa to register your number. If you have a driving license, it is good for you. If you have a work visa, show them your work permit. 😊

Another excellent video!

Great information Chris, I thought I was a Thailand pro and I learned a few things.

per bangkok bank website no limit on funds transferred from abroad. however must specify purpose of funds for reporting to bank of thailand by bangkok bank.

In Thailand there is now a new visa called LTR Visa: Highly-skilled Professional. if you are an expert in your field. Among the new industries in which Thailand needs workers is the so-called new S-curve industrial, such as robotics, aviation and logistics, biofuels and biochemicals, digital hi-tech, smart electronics, the medical industry, High income tourism and quality tourism, modern vehicles such as EV cars, you will need to have at least 5 years of experience and expertise in that field when companies in these industries hire you. They will make this visa for you. With work permit which is a work group with very high income (labor wage rate in Thailand Employment rate of foreign workers with high skills)

Great video! Thanks! If you get round to it, would love to hear some of your ideas about moving there with young kids. Heard there are different types of schools with (very) different types of fees. And maybe other stuff to think about?

Moving to the Land of Smiles in November 2024. Chris, you are one cool dude and always do great work on both your channels.

Just a comment on your banking info. About two weeks ago I transferred 1.1M thb from BMO in Canada to Krungsri Bank. It showed up in my thai bank account within 3-4 business days. I used 1M thb of it to buy the elite visa but lol I am not as you say "stinking rich" I just did the math and weighed the options and think it is best for me. I was scared of the retirement visa potentially changing so this way I know I am locked in for 20 years, I got in before Sept 15 changes to the Elite Visa.

Excellent info…

Awesome checklist Chris! Retired Military guy living in Phuket 🐸🔱

For what i read even if you went back to the 416 for health care worst case scenario you just have to wait 3 months before you have access again

I lived in Thailand from 2006 to 2014 but still love this new channel for referencing for my aging mind. 555555

like the videos. Was wondering if you are going to do any food type ones. The reason I ask is because I am on a gluten-free diet, which makes things very awkward. Tried looking on utube but most don't really give much info as in where you can eat.

Can confirm there is no 50,000 THB limit on Kasikorn or SCB. Haven't tried Bangkok bank yet

Video was so good. I watched it twice 555

Hi. Thanks for the great content.. Helps with alot of questions i had.. But still a few grey areas.... Im looking at moving to Thailand in March 2024. But the visas gets a bit confusing. Im 47 looking to move to Thailand on a education visa. I want to learn Thai and also muay thai. I have accommodation in Phuket with my girlfriend of 3 years. Would i be able to do the education visa while in Thailand or do i need to get the visa in my country? (South Africa)

Hello, thank you for all those great videos. One off-topic question, please. Are there good places for tinnitus treatment in Thailand? Thank you Vaclav

@vaclavpecha1629

5 ай бұрын

Thank you, but I meant some non-standard, real masters...

I'm in the Philippines now and will be in Thailand a few weeks from now. I intend to see Bangkok, Hua Hin, Pattaya, and maybe Phuket. Hua Hin really interests me. Philippines is cool but I like the infrastructure of Thailand. Thanks Chris. You and Adam are great and your videos are invaluable.

@AusValue

5 ай бұрын

Phillipines is third world compared to Thailand

Thank you so much for your advice. Yes, there's a lot of us interested in a better life, and there's probably gonna be a lot more soon, as shit is getting increasingly ridiculous in our so called first world countries. It's not just about retirement anymore, I'm in my early 40s with a very well paying job but I just wanna get tf out as soon as I possibly can.

hey Chris , I'm heading down to Hua Hin on the 12 Dec , hoping to hook up with some friends of yours and mine Ashley and Paul going to try to make it to Ko Samui for farmers birthday maybe see you there, your videos are the greatest

19:20 what about for people that own wasps, geckos, ants, crocodiles and/or big cats? native and non native sp. like vespa tropica, polistes carnifex, gekko gecko, rhacodactylus leachianus, harpegnathos venator, paraponera clavata, paleosuchus palpebrosus, crocodylus siamensis, panthera tigris, panthera pardus some species to research for that video i guess.

@regnorse

27 күн бұрын

call your mom sometime

i planning to check out Chiang Mai this Sep and hopefully getting an edu visa next year and if all goes well, i may plan to "semi retire" in Thailand if possible ☺️

Hello again, it’s that old Aussie Sheelagh. I’m watching one of your videos now about coming over and making the list about everything beforehand, and you say that you have helped people find somewhere to live when they get here in various places. Does that include Hua Hin?

Yeah. Bangkok bank seems to have no limit. I transferred 200k last week

@SimRacingVeteran

3 ай бұрын

I’m curious how you do that. I figure I’ll have about 750k in assets to transfer into an other country.

@graguitar6493

3 ай бұрын

@@SimRacingVeteran through transferwise

Hi Chris I am so thankful for both your channels. Because of your channel, I visited Thailand in March this year and decided I was moving to Thailand at the beginning of low season 2024. I have a couple of questions: 1) any tips on how I would find a trusted visa agent? What would be a ballpark of what they charge? 2) I noticed that you didn’t get health insurance through a Thai health insurance agency; is there a reason for that? Best regards Tonya

Another great data dump from the mind of Chris Parker at RW4U. I enjoy your other channel, but I appreciate the straight talk.

Bangkok Bank requires a driver's license from your home country. I just opened a bank account last week. Since I was on a non-B, a letter of residency from immigration with a TM30 to immigration was used, even though my rental contract was for only a month. I also suggest that if you can, get the non-O visa processed before you move.

@lynnbrooks5503

4 ай бұрын

Hi, how and where do you go to get a visa before leaving?

@zorsok316

4 ай бұрын

Thai embassy in your country.

I clicked on the real estate link and it didn't open a webpage. Also, does that link (when working) allow for reviewing properties in places like Jomtien also? Thank you for another very helpful video!

Great tips! Thanks Chris! *** Don’t forget to get your International driver license ready! They last only ONE year though!

@somluck2813

5 ай бұрын

You need a drivers licence from your own country/state/province and the International Driving Permit. You need to obtain a Thai driver's licence within 3 months of commencing to reside in Thailand. A International Driving Permit is only valid for up to 3 months of commencing residency in a country - it is a condition stated in the International Driving Permit. Also International Driving Permit is only valid for 12 months. Also under Thai law one needs get a Thai Driver's licence within 3 months. As also both one's Drivers Licence and International Driving Permit needs to be endorsed for the vehicle type one is driving eg, car and/or motorcycle etc.