Gary999

Thank the lord.

Next week they will be rallying in Lumpini and the week after it will be in the phone box by Nana.

Lol

Step one, don't do it.

Step two, read step one again...

That's the best advice in this thread by 1000 miles.

A sin sod is part of Thai culture and one should respect this. The amount comes down to what is considered reasonable to achieve common aims. If you realise and accept this it should earn you more in the end.

Not correct. Sinsod originated in China and was later copied by the Thais, as it is especially useful when a 'falang' comes along. Just another way of milking falang dry 555.

It appears that marriage in Thailand for many is just convenience if money can be gained through it. Unfortunately that makes it likely many 'brides' will disappear after the money's paid. Apparently it's very common in Pattaya and probably elsewhere for girls to accept money for months, even get married legally, then when it comes to living together there or getting a Visa for Europe they just disappear and move on to the next money tree that gets off a plane. Not worth the risk.