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Where did this happen?

Phuket

Would help if you told us which medication you are seeking !

I doubt you will find any Thai government office that is not above taking "tea money" for services rendered. The Thai people themselves except this practice as an everyday way of doing business. As they say, "It is what it is"...........

I have lived in Thailand a long time and have NEVER been asked for "tea money".

The first question has to be .......does the OP find attending the school to also be a "hassle" ?

Yes............ you have to apply for "extensions of stay" in person -----------if you wish to stay !

I just use one Pharmacy . The is always a Pharmacist on duty whilst the Pharmacy is open.

I last purchased Tramadol a couple of weeks ago.

The Pharmacist completed the daily sales record before taking my money.

It is normal for the first extension of stay based on marriage, or if you move to another adress. Sometimes they visit you at home and/or interview your neighbours.

The OP is alleging corruption is that "normal" or should he have demanded to see a Senior Officer ?

What a shambles! This is why you should be able to go to any Immigration office regardless of where your staying! Same as police stations and hospitals. The brain-fart of an idea to regionalise Immigration offices is a farce!

And your home country has a wonderful administration ?

Absolutely no complaints ?

Wish I lived in that place

Care to tell us where it can be found?

Please remind us about the American Government Shutdown Fiasco !

I live in the north where there is a nearby Immigration office, only 100km away but I have to drive for over 240km to go to my designated Immigration office. Now, why is that not a backward thinking situation? Now talking about the American shutdown I have nothing to do with or careless as I am not an American citizen.

You do not like it the answer is simple you leave !

You go back to your wonderful country where all is sweetness and light !

No "Backward thinking" in your country !

Tell us where this wonderful place can be found ?

I am sure she will enjoy all those "visa" runs in the crazy vans !

Better she gets a tourist visa before leaving the UK a single entry TV would provide up to 90 days in country.

65000 Bht a month about £1250 income would secure you a Retirement extension.

Getting married to secure a "visa" is a bad idea as is borrowing money.

What security can you offer your , admittedly , generous relatives - Would/could you ever pay them back ?

What happens next year ? Will the money still be in the bank ?

Sorry to be brutal but you need to face reality .

What a shambles! This is why you should be able to go to any Immigration office regardless of where your staying! Same as police stations and hospitals. The brain-fart of an idea to regionalise Immigration offices is a farce!

And your home country has a wonderful administration ?

Absolutely no complaints ?

Wish I lived in that place

Care to tell us where it can be found?

Please remind us about the American Government Shutdown Fiasco !

First of all, I would advise against doing this in Chiang Mai and consider only a handful of places in Bkk. For open heart surgery you need to consider not only the surgeon but the experience of the entire team, including perfusionists and nurses. Once discharged he can certainly recuperate in CM but they have been doing open heart surgery up there for a far shorter time than in Bkk and also do a lower volume.

Cost - a private hospital will run over 300,000 baht i.e. USD $10,000. A government hospital would be about 100,000 baht, so enormous savings but a lot of initial red tape and delays. Need a Thai speaker to help navigate on the first few visits, may take as many as 3-5 visits before he actually sees a cardiac surgeon and then likely a wait to get on the OR schedule.

The best government hospital for this is Ratchawithi near Victory Monument.

Just a small point a "triple bypass" is not "open heart " surgery although it may involve bypass !

Concur in choosing a surgeon with a lot of experience

I've never needed a medical certificate and if you ask any motorcycle taxi driver they take you where you can get one for 100 baht with no examination.

I am sure we all appreciate the "dodgy" information which is of no use to those applying for an O/A visa or work permit .

The reason for extension can be changed .......no problem. Just make sure you meet the financial requirements

800,00 in the bank , an income of 65,000/month or a combination.

I have no idea what he is referring to. But chances are that the consulate would not be able to do it. It would cost you $50 but you could do an affidavit at the consulate.

Suspect the issue relates to immigration being reluctant to provide a "proof of address" to those on tourist visas.

never heard of medical tests results required for thai visa.

For an O/A visa a medical report is required and although not on topic also for a work permit !

wayned

Slowly but surely you are beginning to grasp the issue !

I'm impressed with all the stuff people take. Can someone tell me the benefits of turmeric and ginger ? I would love to give up the blood pressure meds taking .

Be very careful about taking "alternative" medication in addition to that prescribed by a Doctor.

Always seek medical advise before stopping any prescribed medication and ensure that any "alternative" is actually safe when taken in conjunction with your medication.

The only source of informed advise on these issues is your Doctor or in some cases a reputable web site such a the one provided by the Mayo Clinic.

Clearly much better for some to stay at home !

Well slap me silly for understanding what the OP wanted and providing him an answer without consulting with the Semantics Brigade!

Poor use of language leads to confusion and misunderstanding .

Encouraging the misuse of language by "understanding" does not assist!

Just my opinion

No.............. "visas" are never extended.

I suspect what is meant is that the OP wishes to apply for a further extension of stay !

Interesting that the OP claims to have been in Thailand for 20+years but has yet to learn the difference between a "visa" and an extension of stay !

Just an observation !

It is not a re

A"medical" is only required if applying for an O/A visa in your own country.

Actually when I was in the new Immigration at Rankhhamheng last year, they told me I could apply for a Retirement Visa now, but said the application DOES require a medical certificate, so seems both yourself and Jingthing are not correct on this?

A only a few Immigration offices apply this "rule" it is not a requirement.

The only long stay visa is a OA visa which is for retirement. The medical certificate for it does not have HIV/AID listed. But it is possible a doctor in your home country might not sign it if you were. See: http://www.thaiembdc.us/dcdp/sites/default/files/files/consular%20application/1_3%20Medical%20Carticate.pdf

That is a distinct possibility given the form includes this......."free from any defect" (sic)