SHA 2 BKK
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The absurdity of the LTR handling
SHA 2 BKK replied to SingAPorn's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
The bank statement stuff must be new. I got my LTR in 2023. Only my Tax return in Australia, two pension payslips, purchase of my condo and Thai Health Insurance Certificate shown. Done and dusted in three weeks. -
My Thai friends are horrified when I put Penang or Massaman on a couple of pieces of heavily buttered toast and scoff it down. My explanation that this is the way Stew is supposed to be consumed meets with vacant stares.
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We travel on this road regularly to Cha Am. Apart from the uneven road surfaces, construction traffic etc the contractors still insist on closing certain lanes on weekends or during peak traffic to move machinery - this despite promises that work would only happen during night hours and not during peak - from recollection.
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Zopiclone 7.5 mg Availability in Thailand?
SHA 2 BKK replied to Microwave's topic in Health and Medicine
I take 10mg Zolpidem most nights. I have a condition which causes me to wake 20-30 times a night if not. I Have done sleep tests and it’s not sleep apnea. The Thai Zolpidem is manufactured in India under the Brand name Zydus. As Cheryl mentioned distribution is strictly controlled. I do see a neurologist at Bangkok Hospital every two months for this prescription and other meds that help me sleep. It is quite expensive but the product is available through the hospital but most health funds won’t cover so it’s an out of pocket expense. I do buy over the counter in Hong Kong through a Pharmacist I’ve known for years. It is much cheaper and I carry my prescription with me in case I am pulled up at customs - fortunately this has never happened. Insomnia is terrible. I’ve tried everything else from total exhaustion through exercise to meditation and diet. Even Ganja! But it’s only the Zolpidem and some other medicines that allow me a decent sleep. Those who don’t suffer this affliction, like many maladies of the mind, are often quick to judge we who depend on medicine for rest. After feeling guilty for taking Zolpidem I have listened to my neurologist who tells me sleep is as important as exercise and eating so I take my medicine and sleep some. Good luck to you friend. I hope you find the land of Morpheus. -
Like Pib I got my LTR P at the end of 2022. However Immigration at Chamchuri Square were able to cancel my Visa (Expiring Elite) and then stamp the LTR. I don’t know if things have changed but my was a one stop and done and dusted in an hour. Sorry I can’t give further advice but maybe you can advise your current visa etc and a wiser head than mine can lend a hand. Good luck.
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Foreigner's Shocking Behavior On Soi 4 Sparks Outrage in Bangkok [videos]
SHA 2 BKK replied to george's topic in Bangkok News
A lot of Ganja stores around Nana. Maybe the big fellas first time seeing Puff the Magic Dragon. -
If you are going to quote me cobber don't take the half arsed approach and do it selectively - I said "Some" at the beginning of my sentence - intimating that "some" not "all" Thais are waiting for that lottery win as my old man says "they wouldn't work in an iron lung". But then that's unique and is also the case back in Oz.
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Some of the Thais I know don’t want to work because they believe they will win the lottery soon and get rich the easy way. They just need another loan to get the next lot of lucky numbers.
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I’m getting 6% back home in Australia. I will only bring in pre January 1 savings into Thailand when needed.
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Landed at BKK last evening. Place was packed and big queues at Immigration. Went to the Fast Lane and the Security Guard asked my reason for using this lane. I replied “BOI”. He then pointed at a sign that said I needed some sort of BOI letter. I then quickly added “ LTR Visa” and the guard let me pass without further question. In an out in 10 minutes - longest wait for my luggage.
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I have a mate who built a house inland at Cha Am through a Company and Thai partner. Go there quite regularly with him. Rama II is terrible - especially on a Friday, end of a holiday, raining etc. It’s congested and dangerous. I read somewhere that around 36 workers had lost their lives so far building the thing. Not to mention motorists who are at mercy of pile ups and falling construction equipment.
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When I applied I showed one month of my pension pay slips and a letter from my Pension Fund outlining my yearly income (it was in $AUD but met the $USD threshold). I also own property here which put me well over the $80k level. I didn’t have show my Australian Tax return. Fortunately I found the whole process very easy and the BOI quite flexible. But that’s my two bobs worth.
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Hope this helps. I only showed one Australian Tax Return. $US80k before tax. My pension money is deposited outside Thailand in Australia. This checked 5 years after the initial issuance of the Visa so that you can get another 5 years. I would imagine a yearly payment of $US 80k is ok. The team at the LTR BOI are great and I would suggest you email them or if in BKK pay them at visit at Chamchuri Square.
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Renewed driving licences at DLT Surin
SHA 2 BKK replied to Sjoerd's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
Thannks DrJack54 and Sjoerd for the information. I shall celebrate my aging and then renew my licence!!! -
Renewed driving licences at DLT Surin
SHA 2 BKK replied to Sjoerd's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
My licence expires on my birthday. Question- how long after your birthday can you go an renew? So I can get the longer period of time on it? Any guidance appreciated.