Just posted today:
http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/index.php ... ntry890140
"As of October 1, 2006 the 3 million baht investment visa will no longer be available
It has been brought to the attention of Sunbelt Asia that as of October 1, 2006 the 3 million baht investment visa will no longer be available.
This includes bank investments, condominium investments, and bond investments.
Not only will it NOT be issued, but you CANNOT renew your current investment visa on this basis.
The official statement from Thai immigration is expected this week."
Other quotes:
"If a person aged 42 bought a condo last year for 3.5 million baht; does this mean that now he can't live there full time? "
"yes in effect.. After being told to buy one to live here.. Comitting his money.. Hes now told to leave.."
Amazing Thailand, indeed. <sigh....>