phka

8 hours ago, VocalNeal said:

I think they tell you how much it is and you pay what they ask?

Yea

18 hours ago, British Consular Team said:

Sorry for the delay getting back to you. You can pay for the service in cash but we only accept Thai Baht.

And do you set the exchange rate much higher that it is on that particular day

If I pay by cash for a consular service on the day of my appointment can I pay in cash. Thai baht or £ sterling do I have the option? 

9 hours ago, KannikaP said:

So nothing in it then?

Not much

I see the only bus from bang wa to the new south bus station is bus number 146 does anyone know how long the journey takes and how often do they run

7 hours ago, KannikaP said:

"British Embassy security procedures require that all visitors are searched before entering the premises. Mobile phones will be collected at the Embassy gate but the British Embassy and local guards are not liable for any loss or damage. In addition, you will NOT be allowed to enter the British Embassy for your appointment carrying any of the items below:

 

" * Any other battery-operated or electronic devices such as computer tablets, digital diaries, pagers, cameras, audio/video cassettes, compact discs, MP3s, floppy disks, laptops, or portable music players.

 

" * Any oversize shoulder bags.

 

" * Any oversize handbags, large back-packs, briefcases, or suitcases."

 

So which one is it please?

Mine is an cloth ruck sack about 14 inches long  quite small when it's screws up into a ball

19 hours ago, British Consular Team said:

 

Sorry about the delay answering this one...  you can bring your bag and your phone in (we'll check them before you come up to the offices) but we don't have anywhere you can leave them, I am afraid. 

Thanks a search is fine by me

9 hours ago, OJAS said:

 

"Simplicity itself" is not how I would personally describe calling the British Embassy on the dog and bone. It is an extremely time-consuming process involving the need to navigate your way through a complex automated menu system which makes finding your way to the centre of the Hampton Court Maze a doddle in comparison!

 

Far easier, I think, to click on the following link:-

 

https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-embassy-bangkok/office/british-embassy-bangkok

 

where you will be presented with the following information of particular relevance to this thread:-

 

"British Embassy security procedures require that all visitors are searched before entering the premises. Mobile phones will be collected at the Embassy gate but the British Embassy and local guards are not liable for any loss or damage. In addition, you will NOT be allowed to enter the British Embassy for your appointment carrying any of the items below:

 

" * Any other battery-operated or electronic devices such as computer tablets, digital diaries, pagers, cameras, audio/video cassettes, compact discs, MP3s, floppy disks, laptops, or portable music players.

 

" * Any oversize shoulder bags.

 

" * Any oversize handbags, large back-packs, briefcases, or suitcases."

 

 

 

Tells you no 

Any oversize handbags, large back-packs, briefcases, or suitcases."

But it doesn't tell you if you can leave them somewhere before you enter. 

Be nice to hear from them themselves wouldn't it. 

I'm hoping for a reply from them

Hi I have an appointment with the embassy in the afternoon. 

I will come straight from my hotel to the embassy then after return straight home, 

Am I allowed to bring my small bag of luggage (small rucksack) and my mobile phone with me, and is there anywhere to leave it at the embassy for 30 minutes during my appointment 

On the above form 2nd line asks for  "usual address" 

Does that refere to my usual address in Thailand on a temporary resident visa, 

Or my usual address in england.?

Thanks for your help

Can anyone tell me if the above BTS station on the silom line is open. 

Thanks

Hi would it be possible to apply for an affirmation of marital status and confirmation of passport in person at the British embassy and pay in cash rather than apply online. 

Then return when I have an appointment. 

If possible what would be the correct procedure for this.? 

10 hours ago, CoryB said:

I did this last month. 

If you have received the Affirmation form from British Consul by email and printed it (assuming you applied online), and booked the online appointment, you only need to visit the Embassy one time.

Here they will double check the details and you will sign and swear. That is it, does not take long. 

 

By the way, I would recommend to take the additional (paid) option to have certified copy of Passport, unless you are certain the Amphur does not need it. This can be done in same appointment. 

 

Also suggest you book the Amphur registration in advance if you haven't. We found weeks of waiting, until we decided to use an agent, then we got it done same day we received the Legalised translations back from the Ministry of Foreign affairs. 

 

Obviously ignore the last 2 paragraphs if you have it all sorted, just trying to save you some stress.. 

Just one other thing do you think it would be possible to apply in person and pay in cash when you apply in person then return after they give you an appointment. 

Reason is I don't like paying using debit/credit cards over the internet

10 hours ago, CoryB said:

I did this last month. 

If you have received the Affirmation form from British Consul by email and printed it (assuming you applied online), and booked the online appointment, you only need to visit the Embassy one time.

Here they will double check the details and you will sign and swear. That is it, does not take long. 

 

By the way, I would recommend to take the additional (paid) option to have certified copy of Passport, unless you are certain the Amphur does not need it. This can be done in same appointment. 

 

Also suggest you book the Amphur registration in advance if you haven't. We found weeks of waiting, until we decided to use an agent, then we got it done same day we received the Legalised translations back from the Ministry of Foreign affairs. 

 

Obviously ignore the last 2 paragraphs if you have it all sorted, just trying to save you some stress.. 

Thanks for your help coryB

Hi can anyone tell me

After I have completed my affirmation of marital status and forwarded a copy to the British consular online and attend  the  appointment they give me will the British consular affirm it/complete it at that appointment or will I have to return at a later date

Thanks for any help

Not sure if this is the correct forum 

I'm looking for a hotel or motel short time or over night within walking distance if the bus station does anyone know of any thanks

16 hours ago, MRToMRT said:

Is he wrong there? I applied for ext of stay on a non O on basis of retirement and I never provided a police record or med cert??

I've alwas been asked to provide a medical certificate but as yet never been asked to provide a police record 

Could I pay my electricity bill with it

I did my last 90 day report on the 3rd of august

They stamped on my report receipt that I have to notify again on the 31st of October, has that now changed 

Just now, phka said:

Is 2 months deposit still legal 

1 month rent in advance and 2 months rent as deposit

5 hours ago, worgeordie said:

You need 2 months deposit ,it's a little incentive for the tenant

to take a bit better care of the house and furnishing,and also

in case they leave without paying electric,water etc.

Even 2 months deposit does not cover potential damages that

tenants can cause.

regards worgeordie 

Is 2 months deposit still legal 

Just that my wife charges 1 month in advance and 1 month deposit but when the tenant moves out they trash the place so much damage 

Hi just recently Thailand changed the law on how much deposit a landlord can charge their tenants. 

Does anyone know what a landlord can legally charge for a deposit now