Paul Catton

I believe that is what the "THAI VISA - ASEAN NOW" forum was initially designed for, rather than intentional bickering and showmanship contest.

On of our pilgrimages to Chiang Mai, I had decided to do a slow crawl up from Bangkok after the initial three night immersion in the "Big Mango", rather than hop on an Air Asia flight BKK-CNX. Itinerary was to be as follows: Mini-bus from Bangkok to Damnoen floating market then on to Kanchanburi for a two night stay. Mini-bus from Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya for a two night stay. Train from Ayutthaya to Phitsanulok for a one night stay. Minibus from Phisanulok to Sukothai for a two night stay. Coach from Sukothai to Chiang Mai for the duration of the stay. Kanchanaburi is well worth a further visit as we only got as far as the terminus at Nam Tok using the "Death Railway". Ayutthaya ended up being a one night stay, there was no appeal, the Pasak river (A tributary to the Chao Phraya that forms the "old city" island, was putrid and stank. The levels of strewn trash was astounding. Phitsanulok was a surprise, as it is considered a junction stop type of place. The Nan riverside is nicely maintained and, coincidentally, had a great food / music festival during the visit. Old Sukhothai (Historical Park) as opposed to Sukothai Meuang (The New City), was a fantastic slow paced relaxing atmosphere, conveyance on bicycles, and watch ones stresses wash away.

Perpetrators, that attack against any individual "ownership" of Tesla vehicles from their perceived hatred of a "Brand", should be met with similar retribution, Have a beef with E. Musk, "Delete X ( ex-Twitter) from your feed, buy an EV from an alternative supplier, Activate all of "your free time" to challenge future Star link launches, or perhaps, lie on the ground underneath Space-X for its next countdown. Bankruptcy and financial harm for Individual persons who may be caught up in this "retrospective angst", is untenable .

Hi Mark, I would advise against trying to garner the system for your access to the current guaranteed NZ Superannuation payment system. The NZ Superannuation doesn't automatically fall into your bank account when you actually reach 65 years of age, regardless if you have a current bank account in NZ. An application by you, will still be required for a WINZ entry, complete with all "factual details", regarding this WINZ Benefit Payment. (it ceased to be a "NZ Pension under guarantee" years ago). The reason, presumably, WINZ requires this extended lead time, is for calculations and eligibility of processing payments to a non-binary "Overseas Country". Further calculations and verification based upon total years (spent in NZ) establishing the amount that you will then receive. @xylophone@Patong2, may well be able to provide further detail. Never get caught on the wild side, A vast number of recipients of NZ Superannuates holidaying overseas and thus unable to return home due to the "Covid-19 Lock down of NZ" had their benefit (NZ pension) cancelled and left them financially distraught. Kind regards Paul

Beggar to disagree,especially against a "Chip Butty" being almost close my staple food. All positive and negative experiences are dependent upon ones actual physical staying in this type of accommodation. Your rental may meet the mandatory 30 day requirement. Define under anonymity the accommodation regimes that you provide. For example: 1.TENURE A. Between 1-30 days. B. 30 + days per the "Holiday Act" 2. ALIEN REGISTRATION A. Do you process mandatory TM30 registration. Etc. I agree with your sentiment that the backstop, lies with the "Condominium Management" and their lack of management / enforcement for both, their legal responsibility and your codified contracts.

A condominium bought in Thailand is supposedly purchased for "resident purpose, or an investment of longer term rental - that does not conflict with the Hotel Act". Our last visit Dec 24 - Jan 25, for a stay of 22 nights in Chiang Mai, I opted for a "Condominium Stay" via "Agoda" at the Astra Condo. Without Breakfast being included, Room Service or Concierge, a "Suite" was being provided at considerable savings for similar "Hotel" accommodation amenity. However, I was thoroughly dismayed and angered throughout our stay. Any "Provision of Security" was continually breached by the "Swipe Card Entry" system, being negated by lesser transience guests, who did not give damn and left security doors wedged openly accessible. Other issues evolved, for example, Our daily internet activity was curtailed for 2 days, being "Cut Off" as the proprietor hadn't paid the bill. Than Never again would I engage similar venture. "Bona fide" Owners / residents of the complex shared with me similar concern re - security whilst we passed.

Relevant to the OP titled "How many border runs?". Similar to advice from many "Thai Embassies" worldwide as has been updated externally, which was in conjunction with the introduction of both DTV and LTR visas in 2024.

Take it up and register your complaint with Thailand's "Ministry of Foreign Affairs". Needless to say, the writing is on the wall, with the introduction of the DTV and LTR visas.

I have stated no such fact. Get a grip, and respond to the correct poster.

Many other Visas types are available for long term stay, subject to meeting criteria. Royal Thai Embassy may issue the following types of visas: Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) For further information please visit https://thaievisa.go.th/visa/dtv-visa Open for applications on July 15, 2024. Period of stay:5 years with multiple entry, the processing fee $NZ2,000 per person. Long-Term Resident Visa (LTR Visa) Open for applications on September 1, 2022. Period of stay: 10 years with multiple entry, the processing fee $NZ6,000 per person. For further information please visit Long-Term Resident Visas (LTR Visas) Tourist Visa For tourism purpose including for boxing training, scuba diving training and yoga training (Maximum stay: 60 days) Non-Immigrant Visa For the purposes of business, study, conference, seminar, film production, journalism, volunteer work or accompanying a Thai spouse Working Holiday Visa SMART Visa

The below Extraction is from the "Thai Embassy Website" in Wellington in New Zealand. Bold font is as formatted on their website. Aliens who enter Thailand under the Tourist Visa Exemption scheme and would like to leave and re-enter the Kingdom will be able to stay for a cumulative duration not exceeding 90 days and the duration shall be within a 6 months from the date of first entry. Passports or travel documents must be valid for at least 6 months upon the date of first entry. Foreigners entering Thailand under the Tourist Visa Exemption scheme must provide proof of adequate finances for the duration of stay in Thailand at the port of entry (ie, traveller’s check or cash equivalent to 10,000 Baht per person and 20,000 Baht per family). Foreigners entering Thailand by any means under the Tourist Visa Exemption scheme are required at the port of entry to have proof of onward travel (confirmed air, train, bus or boat tickets) to leave Thailand within 60 days after the date of arrival, otherwise a tourist visa must be obtained before entering Thailand.

Stick with Oprah 😇

Legacy media would appear to need your support. CBS apparently would like to settle for their manipulation of the interview with Vice President Harris.

Back to perhaps the only remaining legitimate source of real news. (I am inclined to shy away from the dis-reputed legacy media) https://www.foxnews.com/politics/mexico-agrees-deploy-10000-troops-us-border-exchange-tariff-pause https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-agrees-pause-tariffs-canada-exchange-more-border-enforcement Kudos to President Trump, outstanding achievements.

Interesting reading regarding USA & Greenland https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proposals_for_the_United_States_to_purchase_Greenland History, would show it not to be a momentary "lightbulb" thought for President Trump, but has been on the cards trough previous administrations since the 19th century. Maybe he can actually get the deal done.