wannascuba

near Schofield Barracks HI, visiting best mate in the forces. 1988.

Hope this helps,

From the "US Embassy ACS" Website;

"The U.S. Embassy is able to provide fingerprint cards (Form SF-87) at no charge. No appointment is necessary to pick up the cards from the U.S. Embassy security entrance on the Visa/American Citizen Services side during normal business hours. Alternately, you may download and print FBI fingerprint form FD-258 (http://www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/identity-history-summary-checks/fd-258-1).

The U.S. Embassy cannot perform the fingerprinting process. Take the fingerprint card to the Thai Police Clearance Service center for inking.

The Police Clearance Service Center
Royal Thai Police, Building 24
Rama I
Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330
Phone: 02-205-2168 or 2169
Website: pcscenter.sb.police.go.th
Email: [email protected]; [email protected]

For information on how to obtain a U.S. criminal record check from a local/state police department or the FBI, click here.

For information on how to obtain a Thai police clearance certificate, visit the Police Clearance Service Center website (http://www.pcscenter.sb.police.go.th/eng/). A map to the Police Clearance Service Center is available here.

If you have additional questions, please send an email to American Citizen Services at [email protected]."

Cheers,

WS

Only made contact once, but chicks love scars!

double post

Sorry, didn't read the entire thread, but;

Do what is right for you and your family.

I sincerely wish you the best.

Mac,

I think the 2 Weeks is Max. I got my notification email that my PP was ready to pick up approx. 8-10 days after submission, IIRC. Cant remember exact dates!

But I chose to pick up in person, so do not know how long EMS will take for you?

Approximately when did that happen (8 to 10 days)?

6th July is when I got notified by email. But I didn't go in to pick up until much later.

PS: Had to go back thru email trash to confirm date.

Mac,

I think the 2 Weeks is Max. I got my notification email that my PP was ready to pick up approx. 8-10 days after submission, IIRC. Cant remember exact dates!

But I chose to pick up in person, so do not know how long EMS will take for you?

FYI, Just had a 2nd PP issued to me last week. So I assume a Passport Renewal should not be a problem. But, don't quote me!

I am sure allot of the American Expats (or any current / former USG employee, contractors, etc.) in Thailand will be affected by this breach.

Most have likely seen this in the news; however, there are some important points to be aware of;

1) Not all affected individuals will be notified by OPM or DHS.

2) Monitor your credit and financial accounts. Anyone can put a credit freeze / fraud alert for free. Contact each of the nationwide credit reporting companies:

Equifax — 1-800-349-9960 FREE

Experian — 1‑888‑397‑3742

TransUnion — 1-888-909-8872 FREE

3) Be aware and alert of any unusual online activity, email, etc. for unsolicited requests asking for (PII) personally identifiable information, IE fishing for resumes, social sec number, address, siblings, etc, etc.

"Employees should take steps to monitor their personally identifiable information and report any suspected instances of identity theft to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center. (external link)"

3) Report any of the above as appropriate to your individual circumstances. See links below for more info.

https://www.opm.gov/news/latest-news/announcements/

https://www.opm.gov/news/latest-news/announcements/frequently-asked-questions/

https://www.opm.gov/news/latest-news/announcements/

http://www.dhs.gov/intrusion

Most of this should be standard practice anyway!

I have experienced this when using too much of the Antiseptic "Dettol" in our storage tanks for bathing water - not drinking water. (although not in Thailand)

No sure of your water supply situation though!

I swam in Pattaya bay...................................................................................once!

Think it was mentioned, but Check In 99 is pretty good (Google it) Or just wander around and see you what you find, plenty of friendly locations and expats all around.

I would; find a Hotel or GH that accepts Credit Cards and get a room for 2 weeks. Then go to the Grocery store and buy some food with the CC. Should not need the PIN to do this and no 22% interest. Depending on who you bank with there me be some small fees for International Transactions.

RIP to the EOD Police & Thai Soldiers. Condolences to their families. A tough job down there.

Trivial!

For me, something like 6-9 Months in USA (or country of orgin) and 3-6 months in Thailand (or some other country).

Would never get too bored!

But to each their own.

Reading TV, then feeling much better about myself

Then, Eat .Sleep, <removed>, Workout, Eat some more............Shit!

Haha, Kinda of like you don't give a toss about this thread! Lighten up Mr. Toad, it was a joke.

I find this thread humorous, laugh a little.

Judging by the sheer popularity of this thread alone, I dare say that if there were an American dedicated section, most non American TV members would read it religiously every day. As getting the warm and comfortable feeling of "Knickers in a Bunch" is too much for some to resist...........

How about a "been there, done that" button.

Or a "me no like" button.

^ How embarrassing, read a book or something.

Only if you dont like the product for the amount paid!

Greta learned her tradecraft at CNN.

The above comment can fit what ever your partisan, political persuason happens to be.

I have not replied because some people are talking about sex.

Still allot more unanswered questions, than answered. Up to you?

Possibly.... good initiative and bad judgement for starting this thread!