Coconut Kidd

I would encourage him to join the military, or offer to pay for university, which isn’t too expensive in Thailand.

As others have indicated, 18 isn’t necessarily the ‘get out of the house’ age, I think 21 or 22 should be considered. Beyond 22 you run the risk of creating a mamas boy, someone who rolls over at the slightest bit of confrontation, or authority, which can lead to long term problems.

2 hours ago, scubascuba3 said:

Apparently only when applying for the Non Imm O

not the extension

Thank you. Very helpfull

Once again, this is getting very confusing.

I have been doing income letter from US Embassy for 5 years. This year I will show 800K in my Thai bank account for the first time.  Does the money now have to come from out of Thailand?

I see it now in the new order:

4. At least 2 months prior to filing date, and at least 3 months after being granted permission, the alien must have fund deposited in a bank in Thailand of no less that THB 800k.

Yes, the IO can do what they wish, but this^^ seem pretty concrete.

I do however appreciate your thoughts.

Just now, DrJack54 said:

Yep

Thank you very much for the information. That makes my day. Best regards.

2 minutes ago, elviajero said:

2 months for the 800K.

 

If you start monthly transfers of at least 65K pm now, they should let you apply based on income with proof of those transfers.

 

Or you could use the combo method and put 400K in the bank for 2 months prior to applying, and transfer at least 34K pm.

Okay, so first time using 800k in bank I have to season 2 months? Correct?

I should have said I have been using income declaration from the US Embassy, not income verification.

So, for my first time 800k in bank how long season?

I have been doing income verification for retirement extension past several years. I'll be 55 years old when my extension comes up in June. How long to season the 800k for first time use under new rules? Not sure I can get it in time for 3 months if that is the rule. If so, what are my options?

Hi Chainsaw.

Yes there are designated stops, but not set in stone.  My experience with Smart Bus, they will pull over if you flag them down. I have seen this multiple times between Kamala and Patong.

Good luck

We ditched them about a year ago and went with an FTA satellite/Freesat system. If you want just the basics it's a good way to go. You can get a complete system at Lazada for around 900-1300 Baht. I don't watch any of that stuff, but the Mrs. gets her news and crap soaps.

3 hours ago, skatewash said:

The window to make your online report is between 15 days and 7 days before the report is due.  Your new reporting date will be 90 days from when your report has been approved.  So it will not be the day of your report unless it was also approved on that date (which is usually not the case).  You will most likely lose some days from your current 90 day period since it's likely that your new report will be approved before the actual due date.  If you don't receive approval (you can check using the online reporting system to see if it approved) by the time your report is due you still have the opportunity to report in person at the immigration office up to seven days after the due date.

Excellent information. Thank you very much.

What is the window for online reporting and will it report on the day you do it (losing some days until you renew) or on the day it is actually due?

Lots of "for lease" signs in and around Kamala.

Are you looking for an existing business or just the space?

7-11 has Dutchie brand zero fat. Good stuff. Not sure about sugar though.

1 hour ago, CharlieH said:

Have you tried eucalyptus oil? That has similar properties and is cheaper and more widely available.

 

There is also the "Tiger balm" which may help. Locals like this for just about everything ????

 

Have you considered acupuncture ? Another possible "alternative".

I'll take a look at eucalyptus oil, thanks for that tip.

Mrs. Kidd swears by Tiger balm.

I'm trying to stay away from any sort of repeat treatment outside the home but I appreciate the thought.

1 hour ago, CharlieH said:

What are you using this for exactly ? 

 

I have severe lower back pain that comes and goes from an injury years ago. I heard this was a good substitute for cbd oil which is not legal in Thailand. I have been using Soproxen, but I need something quicker and I hate taking pills unless I can find it in pill form.

Is Copaiba Essential Oil available in Thailand. I have asked for “Copaiba Oil” with no luck. Is there a brand name the counter person might be familiar with? Or, do I just need to visit more pharmacies until someone knows what it is?

Thanks for the link, we'll give it a try.

15 minutes ago, LivinginKata said:

 

Based on my experience I would say you should immediately registr at your Phuket address. It can be done online. Easy enough online process. But all in Thai so need Thai reader help. Done it myself for my home and a friend's home. 

So in a nutshell, Mrs Kidd should be able to sign up and re-register me if we stay at a hotel in country which we will be doing soon?

Also, has anyone had experience having guests in your house, not registering and those people having problems with immigration when leaving Thailand? I could only imagine the backups if that were necessary.

Call their Service Center Contact Thailand and they will send a local tech out.

66-2725-9000 or 66-2725-9299

Phuket News just posted a link

Mrs. Kidd just showed me some FB video taken from across the street. Looked pretty bad, too much stuff in the way to see exactly where but seemed to be on the west side.