Kicked Out of Paradise?! My Thailand Visa is About to Expire
My time in Thailand is almost upβ¦ my visa is about to expire and I have to leave paradise. In this episode, I break down what happened, why I have to leave, and whatβs next for the Zoom To Thailand journey. If youβve ever wondered what really happens when your visa runs out, or youβre planning your own move to Thailand, this one is for you.
From city life in Pattaya/Bangkok to the reality of immigration rules, come behind the scenes as I pack up, say goodbye (for now), and start the countdown to my next country. Make sure you watch to the end so you donβt miss where Iβm heading next.
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00:00 Intro β Visa is expiring
01:30 What went wrong (and what didnβt)
05:00 Saying goodbye to Thailand (for now)
10:00 Where I might go next
15:00 Final thoughts
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31 Comments
Hello Mr. Mack, you have built a very successful platform, and I have watched all of your videos from start to finish and I have never missed an episode, do you "believe" the reason why you're saying you have to leave Thailand is because there are more and more younger people doing exactly what you're doing and stealing the competition or your glory away from the viewers?? regardless, you're funny, and very informative, and wherever you go I will still watch. Thank you for your time.
Wow, this is truly shocking π’
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If only foreigners were this Compliant when they come to America…..
Only the hit dawgs are going to holler
People acting like we donβt live in the social media age. There are no more secrets. Only what is popularized and slept on. Long live Thailand and Long live the King! π Richie Mac!
From day one the one thing you made perfectly clear to everyone on your platform is that when it come to Thailand do not come there with any foolishness do not come there acting stupid always be respectful respect the people the country and the culture they choose to do the stupid things that they were doing and that's not your fault Richie, it's going to be okay I travel to the Philippines every year and I wish that you would zoom to the Philippines so you and I can meet much love to you and l keep doing your thing brother Love you. πππ
Its totally crazy to me that anybody blames you personally for goofies behaviors. Im sure indians, Israelis, Kuwaitis, werent watching you. If you check the thailand news you hear way more news abouts them then the j-rello, tommy yummi types. Unfortunately one thing we've all learned is you cant help everybody. Good luck in the future Mac. Ill see ya around brother.ππ
My dude! Brother Rich, i know you habe heard this a million times but from the heart..Thank you, thank you. Your content got me through covidn lock down, flight layovers, and so many days i was stuck in the office. Head phone's on, cell phone playing watching you navigate your chapter through Thailand all with fire, and quality content…..Thank you for everything.
Hey Richie, if for any reason you decide to leave Thailand, out of curiosity you taking βEl Boogie β with you considering you and her been in a relationship for a long time now ??
I am so sorry this happened to you? How long do you have to wait to come back? You worked extremely hard to make a life in Thailand?
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I spent 6 weeks in Thailand last year and noticed the changes in the "tourists" since my first visit in 2008. I continue to come back because I find peace and tranquility while I'm there away from the rat race of the United States. I wish you well going forward wherever you decide to land outside "The Matrix". Thanks for making all of us a part of your adventure, keep up the great content
Salute richie mac but Thailand is finished now everyone is going there now
Ritchie Mac.. You Definitely were a SOLUTION to all of us who wanted to learn more about Thailand, the People, and their Culture.. It was the Negative, low Frequency people who made it a Problem.. Keep doing what you're doing ππΏ
I don't understand why Richie would have to leave if he has a work or retirement visa. I'm confused.
Richie Mac, unfortunately your zeal to want Black men to leave the Matrix has now open the door for the hood to follow you and other Black men. Sometimes it's best to stay silent and keep a good thing to yourself, especially when it comes to out people. We are more than rappers and the hood image being broadcasted across the world by way of social media. Personally I want nothing to do with it and I go out of my way to avoid any non black people who are enamored with the negative images of our people, both here in the USA and abroad.
Rich ain't going nowhere. That's just click bait… π
Don't take it too personal. It's not just you, but eversince Thailand blew up a few years ago, everybody with a smartphone, moving to Thailand were expecting to make a fulltime income from vlogging in Thailand. That, altogether, made it that everybody was coming over.
But you also sell consultation packages, even your own zoom fest. So yes, those things all add up. I don't blame you and I enjoyed your videos.
By the way, how is that all structured? I assume you're not allowed to make money as a tourguide etc in Thailand as a foreigner, right? And don't worry, I'm not judging. I think it's smart, but from a legal perspective, I sometimes see people do things over there that aren't allowed, and that too, can cause issues.
I am more broke up over you leaving El.
Definitely one of the OGs whoβs been nothing but positive. A lot of us are in the same situation unfortunately but a change come come for the best sooner than later.
Where to now? Philippines, Columbia or D.R.?
So did I miss it? I might be slow today, itβs Monday here. Where to next Rich? Whatβs on the table?
And she said… "What bag? I don't understand…" lol!
Nicely done Zoom all good things come to an end I guess
Have you ever done a video on Soi 6?
Richie Mac, I just started watching your videos about beginning of 2025 and consistently admire your positive, humble approach to Thailand and other regions. Every time I catch a video rekindle my Air Force time spent in S. Korea for one year that highlights truly being blessed to experience the trueness of a nationals on their soil vs Americanized versions here in the matrix.
Definitely keep up the YouTube Journal, bc you're doing inspirational work dispelling the myths of Black Men.
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One thing I remember you saying is to come to Thailand respecting the people and the culture and I most definitely remember you saying come with your funds in check! You have good advice! Respect to you for all the gemsπ₯
They are just hating, when I was stationed in Japan. The US ship was banned for four to six years. What happens was certain people moved in Thailand. Russia, Mideastern, South Koreans and few African countries. After about 3 years of this the Thailand was asking the US to visit there ports ( backstory: help them clean up the neighborhoods / kick them out). It looks like history is repeating itself. STAY STRONG and don't give end πͺπΎ β¨οΈ π
I first came to Thailand in 1990. At that time I noticed a good number of low class tourists then.
Thanks for showing Thailand in a positive light Richie! Blessings and strength wherever you may go!
Been there, done that after leaving Marine Disco, back in the late 90s.