yasmarbi

I read a book whilst in Vietnam last year which spoke about many languages and their differences.

It certainly helped me understand something.

I'd assumed that most Asian countries spoke differently in terms of reference - they tend to speak "object subject verb" - Shop Sister mama drive where most english speaking countries use "subject verb object" - Mama's sister drives to shop.

I also dislike bing translations - They certainly change the wording around also and, at times, the article then doesn't make sense.

Here's one from BMW about their new motorbike production plant in Rayong.

People who like blue propeller camp .... Please give bag preparation ready ... don't wait too long. Of course!!! (Translated by Bing)

Philippines is interesting also because they speak about future tense in past tense and visa versa.

Will haved 555 to clarify at times wondering whether will actually did something or have intend to.

Thanks guys for your prompt response.

I'm actually quite surprised to hear that I'll probably get a 12 month instead of a 3 month stamp - but it is up to the guy at the counter at immigration when I get off the plane.

What has transpired since is that I'm now told I require an operation here in Australia and am therefore considering a very short visit this trip.

Q - Will the immigration department be somewhat concerned that I will apply for a re-entry permit within days of arriving?

Q - Am thinking I will not have to show proof of funds (800,000 baht) for 3 consecutive months in order to receive a re-entry permit. Please confirm either way.

Thanks again.

Ian

Got my visa in Australia last September 27.

Flew in and out of Thailand a few times before December 20 and each time I arrived was given a stamp that expired 12 months after that date of entry.

On March 7 - just prior to my first 90 days up I filled in a TM 47 at Phitsanulok and was given till June 4.

I flew out of Thailand in late May.

Am returning on September 24 - by plane and was advised by Phitsanulok immigration back in March I should get another stamp for 90 days on arrival (because visa not yet expired).

Q - Can / should I then apply whilst I am in Thailand to renew for another 12 months my multiple entry Non-immigrant O-A visa

OR

Should I deal with it in Sydney prior to travelling?

Thanks in advance.