Does anyone have any idea why this road sign in BAN KRUT shows the English place name CHEDBURGH?
At the top is the Thai text for RESIDENTIAL AREA, REDUCE SPEED.
How to transport a motorcycle by train in Thailand?
Exploring Thailand on a motor scooter is great, but finding a good rental motorbike is not always easy. That is why we are considering transporting a scooter by train, for example from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. But what documents do you need for that, especially if the scooter is not registered in your name? Does anyone have experience with this?
Help, no original Thai birth certificate. What now?
My request to register my Thai partner in the BRP and to marry has not been processed. The reason? The original Thai birth certificate is missing, while the official copy has been legalized. This cannot be the intention? Does anyone have experience with this problem and a possible solution?
Previously I could easily book tickets a month before departure, but this year many trains are already occupied before the booking period even starts. In some trains there are no seats available at all. How is this possible? And is there a way to book earlier?
Have the rules for buying a motorbike in Thailand changed? Where previously you could buy a motorbike with a certificate of residence, a blue house book and a Thai driving licence, this now seems to be possible only with a Thai ID card and a yellow house book. What does this mean for foreigners who want to buy a motorbike?
How do I meet a nice Thai lady in Pattaya?
Many Western men in Pattaya walk hand in hand with a beautiful Thai woman, but how does that work exactly? If you are not a pub crawler and prefer to meet a nice woman without loud music and drinks, it can seem quite difficult. What options do you have and can you also have her come to the Netherlands later?
How much does a taxi cost from Bangkok to Hua Hin?
When I arrive in Thailand, who should I book a taxi with to ensure transportation from Bangkok to Hua Hin?
Do I have to file taxes in Thailand?
I am in Thailand for more than 180 days and I live on money I earned before 01-01-2024. Do I have to file a tax return?
Build a house and pay the seller without any costs?
We, or rather my Thai wife has bought a house that will be built. Of course we will transfer money periodically to the account of the seller at Bangkok bank in the coming months.
I have to file my tax return before April 1, but I cannot show the tax authorities how much tax I paid in the Netherlands, because I pay tax afterwards.
Maybe someone knows the answer to my following question, 10 years ago I moved to Thailand, I filled in my taxes for 2 years but I was not deregistered from the Netherlands.
Options for naturist holidays in Thailand?
In a few months my wife and I will be going on holiday to Thailand for 4 weeks. We are fervent naturists.
For the sale of a house with land in Buriram I am looking for a reputable Thai real estate agent who can guide the entire process from A to Z. My own internet research yielded little, because most do not respond or say they are too busy. Does anyone have good advice or a reliable contact person?
With the new Belgian government, stricter rules for migration are looming, including higher language and work requirements for Thai partners. Will B1 now be mandatory, even for those who work? And will an exemption still count for the nationality test? Uncertainty prevails, while some have already completed parts of B1. What does this mean for future applications?
How to avoid costly pitfalls in tax matters in Thailand?
Arranging tax matters in Thailand turns out to be a costly and opaque affair. From sky-high fees for simple forms to uncertainty about AOW tax and savings, it remains a search. Do you have to file a tax return if you have a TIN? How reliable is help from the tax authorities? There are plenty of questions, but clear answers remain difficult to find.
Assets, but also annuities and pensions, can the Thai government make a distinction here?
I have assets on December 31, 2023, but also assets in annuity products and pensions, the so-called defined contribution scheme. Does or can the Thai government make a distinction here?
Is this a scam or a fraud?
What was supposed to be a relaxing holiday in Thailand suddenly turned into chaos due to unclear agreements and handy tuktuk drivers. Ralph shares his experience of an unexpected drop-off in the middle of Surat Thani, expensive tuktuk rides and the question: was this a scam or just bad luck?
Help sought in renouncing Thai nationality
My Thai girlfriend is facing the challenge of giving up her Thai nationality. For this, a sworn Thai interpreter is needed to officially translate the certificate of Dutch nationality. Who has tips about recognized interpreters in the Netherlands and useful advice for this complex process? All help is welcome!
Who is interested in my LP collection (free to pick up)?
I have a number of LPs by various singers and groups, Opera, Operetta, George Baker Selection, Jim Reeves, Cor Steyn, Elvis, Soul and much more, it is Dutch, English, German and Belgian music.
Can I deduct the tax withheld by Bangkok Bank on the interest paid?
Under point 13, withholding tax, I deduct the amount according to article 23 paragraph 6. Can I also deduct the tax withheld by Bangkok Bank on the interest paid?