RAZZELL

100 days and with 3000 words...doubtful.

Out of interest, does it actually matter what "Class" of DTV you apply for? Seems you get the same stamp whether you apply for as a Nigital Nomad or Soft Power?

Yes, I agree with Masala Twist being decent.

Yes, Neta's parent company, Zhejiang Hozon New Energy Automobile, has officially entered bankruptcy proceedings. This was initiated after a creditor filed a petition for bankruptcy due to unpaid debts. Neta showrooms in Shanghai have reportedly closed, and the company is undergoing restructuring to revitalize the business. Here's a more detailed breakdown: Bankruptcy Filing: Zhejiang Hozon New Energy Automobile, the parent company of Neta, has been placed into bankruptcy proceedings. Creditor Action: A creditor initiated the proceedings due to unpaid debts, including exhibition printing fees. Restructuring: The company is undergoing a formal restructuring process aimed at revitalizing the business. Financial Difficulties: The bankruptcy filing reflects significant financial issues for the Chinese carmaker. Impact on Operations: Several Neta showrooms in Shanghai have closed, and there are concerns about the impact on overseas markets. Neta Thailand: Despite the parent company's bankruptcy, NETA Thailand is not registered as a branch of NETA China and is therefore not directly subject to the bankruptcy.

Yes, Neta's parent company, Zhejiang Hozon New Energy Automobile, has officially entered bankruptcy proceedings. This was initiated after a creditor filed a petition for bankruptcy due to unpaid debts. Neta showrooms in Shanghai have reportedly closed, and the company is undergoing restructuring to revitalize the business. Here's a more detailed breakdown: Bankruptcy Filing: Zhejiang Hozon New Energy Automobile, the parent company of Neta, has been placed into bankruptcy proceedings. Creditor Action: A creditor initiated the proceedings due to unpaid debts, including exhibition printing fees. Restructuring: The company is undergoing a formal restructuring process aimed at revitalizing the business. Financial Difficulties: The bankruptcy filing reflects significant financial issues for the Chinese carmaker. Impact on Operations: Several Neta showrooms in Shanghai have closed, and there are concerns about the impact on overseas markets. Neta Thailand: Despite the parent company's bankruptcy, NETA Thailand is not registered as a branch of NETA China and is therefore not directly subject to the bankruptcy.

Aren't Neta going bankrupt?

There are a number of vloggers who have then started other businesses such as Mark Wiens and Jack Brown.

Distinct lack of detail in the whole story.

Keis 1 is an Aussie. Apparently he set up a business and has a WP for Thailand. I imagine the vast majority do it "under the radar" - which is ok...until it isn't

To be honest I have taken a lot of trips to the UK in the last 3 years as my parents are not well. I like visiting (apart from the flights) but I could not live here "full time". The country has changed beyond all recognition. I am currently in the UK for the next month and the weather is amazing. If you can afford it I would try and get a retirement visa or what about a DTV? You work online? Surely you could quailfy? As already mentioned Maneerat are very good.

Goes with his mates to Pattaya but has to say "Bangkok" because of his Mrs?

There was a girl who worked in Bar 4 in Soi 4, Bangkok, (now called Always Bar). She and her American fella from Chicago, from memory his name was Jason. They won 6m each.

To what Thai Bank? It seems Bangkok Bank are having an issue. (I've been using Wise for 8 years)

Have issues with WISE taking longer and also with Remitly to a Bangkok Bank Account. Seems to be connected to the "upgrade".

I stayed there for a month. Thought it was ok. Not loud. Pool empty most of the time. On the baht bus route a 5 minute walk away. A lot of bar girls though...but they don't seem to surface until about 3-4pm!

The Vietnamese woman conned 10.1bn baht = £226m? divided 2000 victims = £113k each!

Agreed. We are not responsible for the "Sins of our Fathers" - or Great, great, great, great grandfather's.

The trouble is...so many of these "broccoli" smokers absolutely take the mickey. I don't care what people do...as long as it doesn't effect me. The number of times I have seen (smelt) toe rags smoking in pubs, restaurants and walking down the road is untrue. Blame them.

And used the Safe entry service?

It's only a suggestion and it will cover them for 5 years. I have no idea if they met the requirements. It looks like they don't even meet the requirements to get in !

The OP was moaning about the cost of "safe entry" which was quoted @8k each. It's only 10k for DTV application.

I used them and it cost me 4.5k They were Excellent. Your problem is you have ben denied entry once already and are now flagged up on the system. Hence the 8k. Why not apply for a DVT for muay thai or medical reasons? It isn't much more money

Still not working. I'll try some VPNs.

Basically the "buy me out of the bar" is a ruse by the bar to compensate them for the loss of a "valuable" staff member... The money usually gets divided up between the bar and staff member on say a 70-30 split. It is to enable the girl to go back to work in the bar - a sort of "no hard feelings for leaving you" gift and should enable her return to work if things don't work out. You could even say it comes under "greng jai." I have a mate who owns a bar and they "ask" for about 10k...and sometimes get it. (But the women are mostly in their 40s and 50s and anything but "hot" ) What some posters don't get is the "obligation" many Thais feel to any employer or perceived social superiors. Just look at how the staff in a bank, office, or security "wai" their "bosses" in the morning.

The simple fact is that in many ways Thailand is no longer "cheap". Prices are literally double what they were from 20 years ago (in £, $ or €.) Unless you want to eat in cheap restaurants or drink on the steps of a 7-11 it costs a mint I haven't been to Vietnam in 6 years but I will go again soon. One of my extremely well travelled friends raves about parts of Indonesia. I need to explore that more to.