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Unless the tickets are refundable, then definitely DO NOT buy before a visa is issued. A friend of mine's Thai wife was recently rejected for a UK visa and they had bought non-refundable tickets for April. He is hastily making a new application (the original application had insufficient documentary evidence). Hoping they will be succssessful this time.
My Cambodian GF and I are going to Canada tomorrow. We booked flights 11 months ago, well before her visa was issued, but I selected refundable tickets - albeit not the cheapest, but with better seats and more baggage. We are hoping to go to the USA in August (visa application underway), I booked refundable tickets already that have good travel times and seat assignments in fact, I was able to use mileage for business class inbound paying only the taxes, but the return was full fare.
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1 hour ago, VR333 said:Out of the westerners in Thailand Youtubers, I like Karl's Thailand for some off-the-beaten-track hiking videos.
I met Karl in 2020 and became good aquaintances. We keep in touch often but rarely see each other due to his, and my, travels. Karl's channel show's a side of Thailand that many, if not most, expats never get to see. Off the beaten trail up a mountain is mostly what he does. We'd discussed a few adventures and finally, last year, he joined my GF and me in Nakhon Si Thammarat (Jungle man video) and Khao Sok (Wonders of Khao Sok video) for two separate adventures. We had amazing days, both days. He's an inspiration to get out and explore more.
Karl's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@karlsthailand/videos
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These Thai snake catchers are fearless and very talented in dealing with serpeants. I bet the king cobra was hissed off though!
Had a snake in GF's house a few years ago. Called the local catchers, they arrived within about 20 minutes, and meticulously located it (behind a shoe rack and wardrobe), caught it, bagged it, and took it away. Good service.
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Easy to source online. Minimal cost. Just 238 Baht. OK so from overseas, but likely to find in side Thailand.
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9 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:
There was no reason whatsoever for them to have been in the flight path to begin with, especially with an approaching commercial jet full of passengers. That makes absolutely no sense and it had to have been pilot error on the part of the fool who was flying this chopper, or a serious breach on the part of air traffic control.
Totally agree that it makes no sense. Helicopter was well off the air corrider for helicopters and way higher than it should have been. 350ft instead of 200ft maximum.
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There is talk online that the helicopter pilot was Jo Ellis a transgender person.
Just looking at the BBC who list plane and helicopter occupants, but only name two of the three people on the helicopter. Jo Ellis not mentioned. Neither was it stated who was pilot flying.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyjpwxx22ko
Not seen any official notice of the pilot flying the helicopter but why would Trump go off on DEI like he did in his speech?
Is this pure speculation or is there really truth in this?
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4 hours ago, Georgealbert said:
Russian tour guide for illegally working in the country’s tourism industry, allegedly taking jobs meant for Thai nationals.
How many Thais would be willing, or able, to learn Russian in order to become a tour guide for Russian clients? Few I would reckon. Surely, working as a tour guide for foreigners should be allowed and permitted, subject to obtaining a work permit. What benefit would a tour guide be to others if they didn't speak the same language!
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Never listen to a nagging wife urging you to hurry home! Tragic events for this couple and their families. RIP.
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13 hours ago, csaba81 said:Fair point. I've been in the same place now for more than 10 years so it really does feel like my home.
"Rent don't buy" is often written on this forum. For those who really want to make their life in Thailand (or anywhere), renting will always be insecure. Landlord can increase rent or refuse to renew tenancy. I was a renter in London for last 9 years until I found and bought a flat there last year. As a condo owner in Bangkok for last 15 years, I certainly wouldn't want to be a renter here unless I knew it would only be short term and accepted eviction at end of contract (or even before).
Even with a Thai contract, it's best just to move on and move out. No point wasting money on lawyers. Hopefully you'll have better luck next time.
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On 1/23/2025 at 4:42 AM, Upnotover said:
They open up day by day, but I'm not sure at what time.
I'm looking for an appointment at CW 3rd week of March. I've used the online booking before no issues. Yesterday, it showed nothing for January or February and no option to go beyond that. This morning I logged in and there were appointments available for several times on 27th February. That was all.
Last year, I forgot to make an appointment. Got there early and was about 10th in queue for L desks (retirement). Went down to get bank letter from Kbank and, even though I was first through the door, the dopey bank clerk took over 30 minutes to do it. My queue number passed so I had to get another ticket (can check what number in queue from QR code on queue ticket). Was still done and out by 11am but would rather have a 10am appointment for certainty.
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43 minutes ago, richard_smith237 said:
Exactly this....
... and avoid all the 'ground level traffic' wherever possible - there are loads of roadworks going on now with the MRT lines being built, bridges being knocked down etc and knock-on impact of excessive traffic...
Khun LA's route is the quickest way to the elevated expressway to head east although the traffic will still be very heavy on that heading out of town.
Exactly. I use that expressway entrance often. @KhunLA route is correct. Head up Phaholyothin from VM and just after Soi 1 on the left there is a U-turn with the PTT station on the opposite side. Do the U-turn and you're only a couple of hundered metres from the expressway entance on the left.
Went to pickup friends from BKK last night and, even with traffic, it only took 45 minutes. Went to Pattaya last week and that was just 1hr45 minutes from that entrance. Straight line. Easy trip.
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If the number of illegals coming to the UK is alarming, then that is just the tip of the iceberg. Multiply the number of those successfully gaining asylum by 1-4 people (family members such as wives and children), then that's going to cripple the country. Figures suggest that 60% of those seeking asylum are actually granted. The UK general public have no idea of how bad the situation could be in the next 5 years.
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3 hours ago, impulse said:
If I was her, I'd be making my way to Swampy before they get really mean with her.
It say's she's on bail. In that case, they almost certainly have her passport.
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This is tame compared to some motorcycle riders' antics. Always amazes me, those teens that adopt the "superman" pose while riding their Honda Wave or similar at 120kph on a busy highway.
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5 hours ago, scubascuba3 said:
Looks like the riders had a a few seconds to brake, didn't seem to slow down, maybe distracted by something, like a phone
It appears the rider's view was blocked by the white car they were undertaking (which was lucky to avoid the Fortuner). RIP two young ladies. Tragedy for their families.
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I like to stay a VISA Hotel, Hua Hin. Not high end but easy to get about from there. Clean, decent size rooms at a resonable cost. Pool is a little bit secluded but should get the sun.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/k1TgUGbtxruGiBUA9
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2 hours ago, CygnusX1 said:
Don’t want to test it today though, as if it were to work this time, I’d be a couple of months late with my submission!
When it's done is irrelevent. So long as you have a lodged submission, even if done on day of a visit to immigration, they are satisfied. As far as they know, you could have been travelling and staying in guest houses or hotels all around Thailand (and, as we know, many small places do not file TM30s for guests).
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15 minutes ago, CygnusX1 said:
I’m a condo owner, and registered online with no problems, have a username and password, but have never been able to figure out the rest of the process. I have a go at it each time I return to Thailand. I always ensure that I stay less than 90 days, so never have any contact with immigration, and have a receipt for a TM30 I did years ago at the immigration office.
You've already done the hardest part by registering and uploading required documents. The "rest of the process" to file TM30 is simply logging in, adding name of resident, arrival date, passport details etc. and submitting. Takes less than 3 minutes in my experience.
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5 minutes ago, bamnutsak said:
I'd recommend making your wife the registrant.
Upload her Thai ID and the relevant house book.
Once the house is registered, you can use her account to file a TM30.
Good advice. Easy to do. They don't seem to check registrations as they get immediately approved (at least it did for registering myself at my own condo). Once registered, it is super easy to file TM30 and don't forget to print out the confirmation (Thai immigration just loves paper copies of everything).
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2 hours ago, yang123 said:
Q: Are any Thai (or other) insurers offering coverage that guarantees admission to private UK hospitals in the event of an accident/health emergency?
Most, if not all, UK private hospitals, do not off accident or emergency service. It could be possible to transfer once health condition stabilised.
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It won't be long before UK state pensions are cancelled for all those British living overseas (how dare we?). Just saying. I never expect to receive a UK state pension (despite 35 year qualifying already) and due to collect in 2034. The needs of immigrants and lazy Brits in the UK come above us.
How will that affect many on here?
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On 12/21/2024 at 3:42 PM, 3NUMBAS said:
They’re quick too ,pension shuts down fast once they have a hint your dead
Never tell them you are dead! 555
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Kudos to Mr 81 year old taxi driver. It could have been worse, it could have been an expensive Electric Vehicle (EV). Luckily he got out alive without the doors locking him inside.
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Correcting Name Order on Thai Driving License – Is It Possible?
in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
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Depends on the DLT office. Morchit/Chatuchak would not accept Yellow Book/Pink ID, however Phra Khanong does. I cannot get COR as never do 90 day reports as always in/out of the country. Consulate stopped giving "affirmation of address" in December 2023. I was able to renew Thai DL with Yellow book/Pink ID just 3 months ago.