The Concierge fee is 15,000 Baht.

Your visa fee will vary depending upon bells and whistles, but should not exceed 20,000 baht (about half the going rate) and you will pay that directly to the visa office.

A typical day involves getting a bank account for you, filing your visa application, finding your new home, visiting place for grocery shopping and the places to eat that suit your dietary needs, as well as a thorough orientation to Chiang Mai.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What makes Thailand Retirement Helpers special or unique?”]Firstly, we are unique in Thailand. We’ve been doing these trips for three years now are fully committed to giving real value to our clients. We are committed to keeping the service accessible to folks on any budget but also don’t cut corners. It’s not about trying to be the cheapest or “best deal”, it’s about being committed to value. And yes, there is a significant difference.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What can I really get taken care of in just one day?”]

We will introduce you to the beautiful city of Chiang Mai, take care of your visas, open your Thai banking account, organize your transportation or own set of wheels, start getting you set up with long-term accommodation, introduce you to other expats and important local contacts, and enjoy a delicious lunch in a beautifully exotic setting. Throughout it all, we’ll sharing unique insight about Chiang Mai’s community and culture and, of course, have some fun!

Again, we schedule things depending on your priorities. Then we re-schedule them when you change your mind. It keeps us on our toes. Each client is entirely unique and the daily itinerary is dependent on several factors and priorities, some of which may change after you get here.

Depending on what we need to accomplish, we usually pick you up at 9:30 a.m. and try to finish by 5:00 p.m.

When we started, we had a standard order page but it turned out that we didn’t have any standard clients. So we’ve grouped the activities into logical-seeming blocks, like the Health Day, and leave it up to you to piece together what you want to do based on your needs and interests.

Absolutely not. We get single clients all the time. You will feel completely at home, no worries. Aimie Paradee, our Chief Concierge, picks up single women and chauffeurs them around – while giving them Thai lessons and the low down on life in Thailand.

A visa is not required for most nationalities visiting Thailand as a tourist for up to 30 days. However, you must be in possession of a passport with a 6-month validity as well as a round trip airline ticket. Should you intend to stay longer than 30 days, you should obtain a visa from your nearest Royal Thai Consulate. For more information check this out.
If you arrive on the free 30-day tourist exemption but are planning to stay in Thailand, we can secure your proper retirement visa once you’re here.

Nothing! You can call us even months after we’ve helped you get settled in the middle of the night and we’ll help take care of whatever your problem or question is right away.

Most clients are couples or singles, but we did have a group of 12 Germans once (all from the same village) and that worked out surprisingly well.

Definitely. That is usually our policy, unless you request otherwise.

Part of experiencing Thailand is wandering off to various food stalls and markets to discover. That being said, lunches are always included. We also include a welcome and departure meal in one of our epic restaurants. We also strive to introduce you to exceptional out of the way restaurants which you’d never find without our help.

We love to eat – both Amie and I are dedicated foodies. Meals include a diversity of options sure to fit any tastes – from streetside barbecue to gourmet vegan, if you wish. We encourage trying new Thai dishes but understand if people have diet restrictions, allergies, etc. Just let us know of any restrictions or concerns and we’ll make sure to provide meal options that fit your needs.

We’ll send you a prepaid SIM card for your phone so, when you step off the plane, you’ll be in contact. If your current phone is locked to a plan, or uses a non-compatible operating system, another option is to purchase a cheap $20 phone here in Chiang Mai. As for internet, most locations have 3G signals and free WiFi.

Absolutely! It’s part of what we do.

The best way to communicate with us at the present time is via our website and email (godfree@thailandretirementhelpers.com). You will almost always get a rapid response from us. Usually within 12 hours. But, once you’ve paid your deposit we’ll give you our U.S., Australian and U.K. numbers along with a 24-hour Thailand emergency number to call while you’re here.

Of course! Just let me know what you have in mind, and how many people in your group. Give as much detail as possible. Custom visits are what we do best. Contact us for more details.

Accommodation is not included in our Concierge Service pricing but we’re happy to help arrange bookings and hotel transfers for your convenience.

We’ve found that most people want to do a little exploring on their own or to go back and take another look at a house or condo that attracted them. For this reason, it’s not a good idea to schedule your travel plans too closely together. However, if you’re catching a night flight, no problem. We always tell people that it’s best you give yourself at least ONE DAY of flexibility after your ‘business’ is done in Chiang Mai. Do any traveling you’re planning on doing the NEXT DAY.

That way, you don’t have to panic if things don’t happen as efficiently as they’re supposed to. 90% of the time, everything works out fine. However, remember this is Thailand! That’s why having some flexible time really comes in handy. Do yourself and your trip a favor and heed this! Stay flexible. You’ll be glad you did, and you won’t feel rushed or any need to panic if something does go wrong.