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Lots of Russians here at the moment. Probably a lot of them had to leave home in a hurry, with no chance to plan such things as IDP's or maybe even driving licences. Easy targets.

Are you sure about that? When I once went in about ten days early, they told me, " Too early come back next week." I went in today, 18th ( my extension expires tomorrow, and was told to come back and collect my passport on 26th. Though this time, they sent me away to put all the documents in the order they are mentioned on the requirements sheet. Again got charged that mysterious 100 baht extra. 5800 for extension and multi re-entry permit. They never tell me what it is for. Maybe they do some extra copying. Still. As long as it all goes smoothly.

Thailand's defamation laws probably prevent anyone from naming the app or apps concerned, for fear of legal action against them. And not a passbook insight or we might have been able to guess which bank.

But how do you know if it is benign or malignant? Or if you managed to get all of it?

I put in my visa renewal application today here in Samui. Letter and 12 month statement. Copies of passbook name page, and last page showing latest deposit(s). I still had to leave immigration and return to bank because I had to make a deposit on same day, as passbook needs to be updated same day as visa application. I did try to make the deposit (THB100) the day before, but the deposit machine said magnetic strip error on passbook.

Not that it matters a great deal, but is he 21 or 22? 21 year old teacher, Thanawat, 22 was picked up. Don't they ever proof read?

I recently bought two sim cards from Lazada for 1590 each. 15mbps 100GB/month. Valid for one year. One for my iPad and one for a friend for his phone. Went to AIS shop to activate. https://www.lazada.co.th/products/i2567097947-s15687298967.html?urlFlag=true&mp=1&tradePath=omItm&spm=spm%3Da2o4m.order_details.item_title.1

6:35am? If I go out early in the mornings, especially at the weekends, I am always worried about the late drunken drivers heading home or going to work.

Got a lot on my plate at the moment with one thing and another. Also been getting my paperwork ready to renew my retirement extension tomorrow. It expires on Friday 19th. Went to get photos done this afternoon and photocopies of passport. Looking in passport I realised I should have done my 90 day report on Saturday 14th. I even went to immigration this morning to pick up the necessary forms. Bank tomorrow morning for statement, then off to immigration to renew retirement extension. A bit worried what to expect. Just a fine? Or am I likely to face bigger problems? TIA

If you must vape, and realise there are risks, then try to minimise those risks. For example, don't let anyone deliver to your hotel. They will then know where you are staying.

I will mention it. But really, I think he needs to give it a year here first to see if it is the right place for him before spending that sort of money. It would certainly take away a lot of the hassle.

Go see a dermatologist. Especially if it is itchy. Dr Niyom Tantikun at Bumrungrad is good.

Don't forget the basket of fruit.

Non co-operative with the police. Not the best way to get out of his predicament. Perhaps he is on overstay and doesn't want them to find out. A bit of a non starter though.

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You can buy it in the local pharmacies. One of the names is Circadin if I recall correctly.

Samui Immigration Office. Re: The banks. I know from experience that they either want a work permit or a proof of residence certificate. But as you say. It never hurts to try. I did open one while here on holiday and staying in a hotel many years ago...But those days are long gone.

Actually, if those numbers are correct, No.2 would have been around 9 or 10 years old

Thank you. I understand now.

Are you saying (as I first thought), he must first get a single or multiple entry visa from outside Thailand before applying for the Non Imm O? Or he can apply using the Visa Exempt as long as he has 15 days left? Just trying to get ducks lined up. But I will ask agent when I take him to see him. Thanks

The "specific needs" are for accommodation because he has bad eyesight so cannot drive. Therefore looking for accom. close to road and facilities, shops etc. He is not looking for a visa based on marriage, but the Non Imm O based on retirement , using the THB800,000 in the bank method. I have told him that we may need to fly to Vientiane to apply, but that we need to get the bank account sorted first. He still has a couple of weeks on his visa exempt, and can also extend that for 15 days I believe, so I will take him to see the agent this week. Believe it or not, it is still cheaper staying in a half decent hotel here than renting in London.

British. Been here since before Christmas, checking things out with a view to long term stay. Has holidayed here a few times before. Decided to make the move. I am just trying to help him with the process. As DrJack54 said. Better to use an agent.

It's high season and a friend is finding it difficult to find suitable accommodation ( he has specific needs) for long term stay based on a Non O based on retirement. Currently still on visa exempt which he will extend.. In the meantime he is booking a hotel for a couple of months to give him time to find the right place, and to apply for the Non Imm O. Does anyone know if it will be possible to get a Proof of Residence Certificate from Immigration to open a bank account for the THB 800,000 while residing in a hotel.? He might even stay longer than the planned two months in the hotel if necessary. I have told him it may be possible to use an agent to open the account, but he would prefer to try and do it himself with the certificate if he can. TIA

A variant of Omicron has been able to spread almost unchecked through the world’s largest population, a majority of whom have had no exposure to the virus and limited access to the latest vaccines or medicines. I suppose which variant, and how dangerous it is will make all the difference.

From the mouths of babes: When our little one was around six or seven, she once asked, "Daddy. Why do the police drink beer, play cards and eat pizza?" I have no idea where she got it from. Maybe saw some off duty guys, still in uniform, relaxing outside a restaurant. But her mum told her, "Shhh! You must not say that!"