Member of Association of Thailand Expats Clubs

Chiangmai Expats Club aims to help expats expand friendships and improve their quality of life here. We try to serve the community of foreigners by making it easier to understand the laws, language and lifestyle needs of our members and guests. Through the actions of our members and committees, with meetings two times per month, we strive to ease you into Chiang Mai culture by liaising with immigration and law enforcement officials, medical and insurance providers, business and property services and more.

It is our hope that through the efforts of the Chiang Mai Expats club we can more successfully integrate into the Thai community in Chiang Mai and make contributions of our own for the benefit of all.

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Welcome To Chiang Mai Folder - This extensive folder is sure to help those who are planning to relocate to CM from the West and those who are already residents. It's filled with verified and interesting information on most aspects of CM life, both practical and recreational. This includes visa and immigration issues and requirements, arrival in CM , options on accommodation, purchase of vehicles, etc. Send an email to welcometochiangmai@yahoo.co.uk and Elena will send you a copy.

Chiang Mai for beginners: a brief introduction for newcomers.
The paperwork: looking for lawyers, property agents or services?
Visas for living here: the lowdown on the options.
Gossipping farangs! Share your thoughts on our exclusive forum.

New members and guest are always welcome. Please join us at our regular meetings for useful updates, informative guest speakers and feedback on our activities. It’s also a wonderful place to meet new friends and network!


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Club Announcements

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May 10 Meeting

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Forthcoming events

CEC Board – October 14, 2007

Alan Hall – President; Expat Newsletter; Sponsors; Member Friendly Merchants; Web Postings
Jim Cox – Vice President; Founder
Jay Thirst – Treasurer
Lucy Coombs – Secretary
Al Trussell – Outside Group Activities
Chris Hedges – Memberships

You can contact all the board members by email at: Chiangmai Expats Club

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