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47 minutes ago, John49 said:

Some are posting against buying any drugs from India.

To be specific, we have got to be talking about generic drugs i.e. drugs that are chemical copies of well-known drugs originally made by large pharma, and not drugs with alleged magical properties – that I would not recommend and are excluded.

 

Firstly, there are user reviews on India Mart and it’s not difficult to sort genuine reviews from fake reviews.

Secondly, most of the drugs on sale are from well-known generic manufacturers like Dr. Reddy and Cipla.

 

In my case, I was prescribed an immunological drug by a local public hospital.

It was ordered from Bangkok and when I went the hospital pharmacy to pay for the one month’s supply, the cost was about 90% (?) cost of the OEM version by Bristol Myers Squibb.

The drugs was manufactured by Dr Reddy in India, i.e. it was a generic version, with major price gouging by the public hospital.

I did not complain as my very knowledgeable hospital doctor had been kind and helpful.

 

I quickly switched to ordering directly from India and paid about 15% (?) of the local public hospital price.

It just happened to be Cipla, and not Dr Reddy.

Drugs proved to be authentic and improved my health status.

 

Also, not clear why some above say ‘cannot but small quantities’ and it's only for wholesalers.

Both options are catered for on India Mart.

 

Also, I have not heard about 1,500 Baht limit.

I was ‘interviewed’ by 3 separate custom officers.

They simply wanted to know how much I paid (they not did require receipts and took my word on price) and applied a percentage customs fee.

 

I recommend India Mart.

Once, a relationship is established with a supplier, authentic repeat medications arrive reasonably on time and usually at a much reduced price.

Just buy small quantities and be prepared to visit to customs - to explain and pay a (small) fee.

As some have said, don't use a courier (like DHS) - makes it look more like commercial and not personal?

I took that advice and I used EMS.

Thank you very much, very helpful. 

55 minutes ago, FritsSikkink said:

You need an import license

Thank you 

Does anyone have experience buying medicines from INDIAMART? Once I sent medicines from abroad to myself, and I had big problems with customs to have them into Thailand. Is it going to happen if I buy medicines from India and mail them to Thailand. Thank you very much for your help. 

On 12/24/2023 at 1:59 PM, freeworld said:

Also if you opened the original packaging quite a slight chance to return it according to the platforms return/refund rules.

 

There seem to be a few suppliers sending goods not matching what was ordered on the shops page.

 

I ordered a butterfly razor and was sent some cheap safety razor. Luckily it was in original packing and the item could be seen it was wrong. Immediately initiated refund return and started communication with the supplier who never responded for 3 days. Eventually lazada refunded my money and I was informed that I could keep the wrong product since the supplier never responded to anyone and who was going to pay the transport to return.

 

Also this store is still operating on the platform and under 5 different names, there are many reviews of customers being sent the wrong items but the online platform still allows them to operate.

Many stores send cheaper products instead of what we order. Happened to 3 times with LAZADA, I think I will try SHOPPE, never used it. Any experience? 

On 12/6/2023 at 11:17 AM, charleskerins said:

Esteemed members -i will need two medications renewed shortly   Do I need an RX from a doctor ?

 

The two medications are  losartan  and Hydrochloroth Iazide 

 

thank you

MEDISAFE PHARMACY, on line, they deliver it to you, best prices. 

1 hour ago, JayClay said:

How do you have 40 days left on the stamp? Vista exempt stamps are only valid for 30 days.

 

[edit I just noticed you're from Brazil so perhaps you got a 90 day stamp?]

 

No you can't get a re-entry permit for a visa exempt entry as far as I'm aware. Can you not just get another visa exempt entry on your return from Japan?

Can not, sorry for me. 

13 minutes ago, BritTim said:

It has been my belief that any permission to stay can be protected with a re-entry permit. However, a couple of unreliable sources claim that a re-entry permit cannot be given for the permission to stay from a visa exempt entry or an entry with a visa on arrival. The official immigration sources are silent on this. I have tried to contact Immigration in writing to get an official word on the matter, but have received no reply.

 

I would suggest you visit your local immigration office in person, explain the situation, and see what they say. If you do, please report back on what they say about a re-entry permit from a visa exempt entry.

Thank you very very much Sir, I will go immigration here in Chomburi and make a report. Thanks again. 

1 hour ago, DrJack54 said:

Correct Brazil receive 90 days.

 

Agree with your point of why obtain reentry permit.

Just another visa exempt entry possible. 

In order to get a Japan visa, one of the requirements, if you are a Brazilian, living in Thailand, is that you possess a re- entry permit for Thailand.. Is it possible or not to get the re-entry permit? 

Thank you very much. 

Is it possible to get a re-entry permit if I am staying in Thailand using a VISA EXEMPT STAMP, I need to go Japan for 5 days and back to Thailand. I still have 40 days on the stamp. Thank you very much for your help. RIP and thank you UBONJOE, so sad. 

On 5/24/2023 at 9:06 AM, BritTim said:

The 60-day extension to visit your wife exists for every kind of permission to stay with very few exceptions. The most important restriction is that you are only allowed one such extension since the last time you entered Thailand with a visa or visa exempt (entry with a re-entry permit does not entitle you to an additional one if you already used your single allowed one since last entering with a visa).

Sorry for posting here, IS IT POSSIBLE TO GET A RE-ENTRY PERMIT IF YOU ARE IN THAILAND USING A VISA EXEMPT STAMP ENTRY? Sorry again and thank you very much much. This is crucial for my next moves. RIP and THANK YOU, JOE. 

Medisafe Pharmacy, very friendly staff. 

17 hours ago, DrJack54 said:

Did you use an agent? 

Recent thread of guy in Pattaya using agent for visa run.

 

Seemed good service.

He was actually picked up from his hotel..

The agent would be aware of border crossing issues and you can discuss with them.

Thank you, can we know the agent's name? 

1 hour ago, Taccos said:

I just picked up my passport from IO today for OA extension of stay. The insurance certificate provided stated the „old“ 40/400k THB coverage and was accepted. The new rule for will only come into effect from 1 October.

Thanks, which immigration office did you use? Because from what I read, 3000000 Thb insurance is required from September... Thank you, sorry. 

1 hour ago, DrJack54 said:

Yes.

Folk in their droves are killing off their non O-A by exiting Thailand and reentering with visa exempt and obtaining a non O and 12 month extension.

The reason being that no insurance requirements 

Can I get a non O visa, based on retirement, in Pattaya, after entering Thailand with a visa exempt. Right now, I am in Pattaya using a 1 year permission to stay, from a original non O A from 2020. Want to get rid of the O A visa, flying to Kuala Lumpur and back on the same day. Would I have problems to enter Thailand again, on the same day?? Sorry for the long story and many questions. 

1 hour ago, ubonjoe said:

No

They dropped all covid restrictions on August 1st.

Thank you very much, very clear and precise, as always. Thanks. 

2 hours ago, ubonjoe said:

You will get a visa exempt entry when entering Malaysia. Before it was 90 days for those from many countries.

Good morning Sir, any insurance required to enter Malaysia? 

Give MEDSAFE internet pharmacy, a try, they may have it. 

1 hour ago, Richard 2020 said:

The dates are from 15 June to 31 July.
In addition, the walk in vaccination are Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. From 11:00 - 15:00 

 

 

Thank you very much, but sorry, I don't read Thai, where is this place, please. 

On 12/25/2021 at 6:46 AM, KhunBENQ said:

Yesterday Dec 24.

Flying from Khon Kaen to Phuket with AirAsia.

No vaccination checks or the like at the checkin/dropoff counter. Two minute business as usual.

I had done Internet checkin before and there was a self declaration to be confirmed.

 

Thank you very much KhunBENQ.

On 12/20/2021 at 3:31 PM, KhunBENQ said:

Flying TO Bangkok does not need any proof of vaccination or test.

The other direction is a different matter (more or less complicated).

Information dated from Oct 27, there has been no update on that (it's shown when trying to book).

https://www.thaismileair.com/en/newsupdates/news_2992

(even for the extreme risk routes Narathiwat or the like, a vax cert would be sufficient)

 

I flew to Bangkok from Khon Kaen in November. Zero documentation necessary.

Back to Khon Kaen: vax certificate checked and entered to their system. No tests.

Thank you very much KhunBenq.

Can someone kindly help me ,answering this doubt ????

Good morning, do I need a COVID test to travel by air from Phuket to Bangkok? I already had 2 Astra. Thanks for your help. 

7 minutes ago, Kopitiam said:

I have done my last 2 O-A retirement extension at Phuket Immigration without the need of medical insurance.  Phuket Immigration is the ONLY office in Thailand that has the correct interpretation of the O-A Visa medical insurance requirement.  It is required when you first apply for the Non-Imm O-A Visa (Retirement).

Thank you very much.

49 minutes ago, Kopitiam said:

Phuket Immigration doesn't require medical insurance for O-A extension.

I am confused since it was a Thailand  requirement last year...sorry. Any way thanks for answer my question.

Good afternoon ,

My non O A VIsa is expiring on Oct 22 , I want to apply for a 1 year extension at Phuket immigration. What type of insurance do I need ?Is that the 400.000 for in-patient and 40.000 for out-patient ? Anything to do with the 3,000000 covering covid that I needed for the non O A Visa ????

Thanks very much for the orientation.

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