Reader question: Eye hospitals in Thailand
My friend and her daughter have problems with their eyes. However, we have no experience whatsoever of which hospitals are good, better, best or bad in this area.
Reader question: Which internet connection is the best in Thailand?
I would like your advice on internet use in Thailand. There has been a discussion about this before, but a lot has changed and personally I would like to purchase a good (new) internet connection.
Reader question: Do I have to pay taxes in Thailand?
I turned 65 this year, I have a Thai girlfriend and a rented house in Bangkok. I have to survive on my state pension.
Reader question: Transit visa for transit in Cairo
I am Belgian married to a Thai national and this year we are traveling with Egyptair from Brussels via Cairo to Bangkok.
Reader question: To the dentist in Pattaya
We want to have our teeth taken care of. We can tell us what is the best thing to do in Pattaya?
Reader Question: Where Can I Buy Sidraga in Thailand?
Sidraga is also known to me and that it would be legal for sale. However, today I visited many pharmacies and two clinics, after the drug was not for sale anywhere.
Reader question: Buddhist peculiarities, who can tell more about them?
I have now been living in Thailand for almost 5 years. I have been married for 4 years now to a highly educated Thai 44 year old woman who speaks good English. This allows me to communicate well, debate, but also discuss our different ways of thinking about faith.
Reader question: Bringing medicines to Thailand
Unfortunately, when getting older it is often necessary to use more medicines and for those who are still insured in the Netherlands, they are of course taken from the Netherlands.
Reader question: legalize documents
After passing the integration exam in Bangkok, my girlfriend has to have all documents (12 pieces) translated and legalized for herself and her child.
Reader question: My Thai stepson is in military service
My stepson is 20 years old and has Thai nationality. I want to prevent him from being arrested as a deserter on his next holiday in Thailand.
Reader question: Who can bring Kela Lotion?
The last time I was in Thailand, my wife developed an allergic/eczema-like rash. After visiting the dermatologist at the hospital, she received a prescription for Kela Lotion. This is a lotion containing triamcinolone acetonide with strength 0.1g per 100ml.
Reader question: How can I adopt a Thai child?
My Thai wife and I live in Thailand and are considering adopting a child. Do any of the readers have experience adopting a Thai orphan? All information is welcome.
Reader question: what does renting a house in Phuket cost?
My wife and I want to move to Phuket in 2 years. Our question is about the rental price of a bungalow/villa. We know that the farang pays too much, but what is a reasonable guideline for a monthly rent?
Reader question: Schengen visa
So in June 2011 we applied for and received a 90-day visa for her. She then spent 3 months in the Netherlands, and now thinks that she can travel to the Netherlands again on this visa without having to arrange all the paperwork again. I can't imagine that. Does anyone know exactly what's going on?
Reader question: How do I get in touch with a Thai woman?
I have been reading your website for some time and was wondering if you could help me? I am looking for a relationship with a Thai woman.
Reader question: A Thai visa for my Filipino girlfriend
I have been living in Thailand since 2006, together with my Filipino girlfriend. At that time (when a Shinawatra was also in power) I also had problems obtaining a visa. I got retirement visa but my girlfriend didn't because we weren't married. I am still married to another Filipina who refuses to divorce. My current girlfriend was allowed to stay in Thailand for three months on and off during that time. …
Reader question: internet connection in Thailand
We received a reader's question from two different people about the same subject, namely the internet connection in Thailand. The biggest problem is the speed of the connection. In Hua Hin this is regularly complained about. Does anyone have any knowledge of matters/experiences about the various providers and the speed that the various providers promise and may or may not deliver, not only in Bangkok but also in Hua Hin, for example, etc.? Who can tell more about things like: …