@Eitan ******************

Yes, I have a cozy retirement visa now but want protection. The question is whether I am better protected in my current state with discrete activity, or risking a new visa which could be withdrawn or changed in 5 years.

@Wannikea ********

Yes that seems the Gordian knot. As an author I work for "myself" though without an LLC. A remote worker working for myself to publish books on a US platform.

@David *******

Regular meaning ongoing and consistent? To me, regular would mean engaging in occasional creative activities that would be classified as work which is verboten under the retirement visa. In a judicial system where a violation can mean a small fine or a big one or deportation or some other new manner of torment.

@Greg *******

Typing on a keyboard and uploading the book to Amazon where it is sold... the question is whether that qualifies. I say it should!

@Li ***

No, except if I choose to do creative work such as authoring or aiding another author, that may leave me vulnerable. The ideal course according to some friends is to collect my well earned pension, make love to my girlfriend every sunset, work on my daily yoga practice, swim in tropical waters, and never do anything resembling work ever again.

@Wannikea ********

Agree on that last point, it was presented as proof of actual work (something they ask for), and yes there are tax forms and sales reports. I just can't have Amazon give me that employer document and was wondering - should I opt for the DTV - whether this fits neatly in their criteria. Or gets close enough should I go for that visa.

@Eric ****

This being Thailand, the interpretations are akin to divining the will of God in some ancient scripture. Obtuse language, varying interpretations from embassy to embassy if you know what I mean.

@Christopher ******

Agree but I may choose to do creative work at some point and I want to be fully aligned with the ever fluid Thai immigration code. And no doubt I went through years of jumping through hoops to get my retirement visa.

@Eitan ******************

I don't want to share intimate details but I would like an airtight visa status and some of my creative activities might be considered work some day. So I am always looking to ensure my status is fully secure.

@Tod ********

Wow. Samui said I should get 90 day O. They will allow that? Thanks much.