dlclark97

I frequently make the trip between Rayong and Bangkok using the motorway. I typically travel with my speed control set at or just below the speed limit. And, I do not hog the high-speed lane, moving left once I have passed another vehicle. Yet I am very often passed like I was standing still by Mercedes, BMW's and other similar class vehicles. For the very first time this week I witnessed a highway patrol officer who was parked at the side actually speed out with his siren and lights on to stop a CRV type vehicle. Not sure of the reason as we were travelling at the same speed. Why does this never seem to happen with these hi-so vehicles? I believe it goes back to a basic cultural norm here not to be confrontational. Stopping a driver and confronting him or her telling them they were breaking the law or for many other possible reasons such as wandering between lanes would be against that norm.

A few days ago his actions sent all market into a tailspin. His comments were that he did not care what happened in the markets. Now a total reversal in his approach. I must wonder how many of his cronies had any advance notice to watch his 'X' account. Like a bull in a china shop, never works out good. Damn the torpedo's...........

My pet peeves are going into any store where the stores speakers are blaring with music or announcements. You can't even think of what you came to buy at that store in the first place. The second is the sound trucks used to advertise selling of vegetables or those running for political positions. For the latter, I live on the 19th floor of a condo with a small village 500+ meters away. The political advertising noise from the sound trucks comes through loud and clear to my balcony. Would be nice if the authorities took some action to lessen the volume permitted in any of these activities.

What are you trying to buy?

Did you miss this part? "crashed at a distance of 1 km from the shore"

There are many financial organizations well prepared to prepare and file your Thai expat income taxes. In case you missed it (almost impossible) the process of filing and paying Thai income tax has been under development for very many months now. Suggest a little time reading up on this could be well spent. Many expats are already reporting their experiences with the TRD and companies processing their documents and filing them.

Use the contact form on the BOI website. My experience is that an answer will be received within a very few hours and always the same day unless submitted late afternoon. Most likely it is for the full last 2 years. Also, no appointment is needed to visit their facility with your questions. Counselors will come and sit with you to provide any assistance needed. Overall, a very positive experience with BOI.

Recommend Bangkok Nursing Home (BNH) on Convent Rd.

Changes multiple times during the day.

Go to your phone service provider DTAC/True etc. and have them cancel that SIM card. They can issue a new one with the same number to use with a new phone.

Your statement may not be entirely correct. If the Thailand tax due is greater than the amount paid in the USA, you will have to pay the difference to Thailand. Tax due in USA 15K, tax due in Thailand 20K, you pay Thailand the 5K difference.

“Operators of these vehicles are required to bring them for inspection at Land Transport Offices nationwide, free of charge.” Operators will voluntarily bring their vehicles for inspection? Wishful thinking! Once inspected, how will they be visually identified as having been inspected? Windscreen sticker? New option for scammers to make a few baht, counterfeit stickers available soon. Inspectors stationed at all filling stations? Some with their hands out before confirming compliance. Road blocks (check points) and permanent markings in vehicle registration books might help.

I just recently received my 10 year LTR. My original visa entering Thailand was O-A. No hassles at all. The folks at BOI are very helpful. Questions submitted on their contact form are answered very quickly. I had some questions that I preferred to ask in person. Checked in at their front desk and two counselors came to sit with me and answer questions for about 30 minutes. Very helpful. One thing to remember, this is a very professional office and if you do visit, shoes or sneakers but no sandals or similar, a nice collared shirt (I wore a tie), and long pants. The people at BOI want to see you get the LTR so go for it!

To be a licensed tour guide there is a class that has to be taken and a fairly comprehensive test you must pass to be certified. I believe the license is good for five years. Not sure about the renewal process. My Thai wife was certified a few years ago and the test was not easy. You also must wear either a suit or nice slacks/dress and a dress jacket to all classes.

Yes, to take him out of the country you must have her written permission, or you will be denied travel at the airport or other place of legal departure from the country. My stepdaughter from my wife's first husband had to provide this document before we could take an overseas holiday.