KenKadz

4 hours ago, glegolo said:

I would NEVER EVER use a site like that!! I have Thaivisa.com who is a reliable source of information.... Pattaya sites is like the rest of Pattaya, a bit out there...

 

Glegolo

Did you look at the web site before you posted this?

The writer did a pretty good job of detailing the required information.

I believe this web site (Pattaya City Expats Club) has all the information you are looking for.

http://www.pattayacityexpatsclub.com/expats/visa.html

There are links to other areas including Residency guidelines and procedures.

http://www.pattayacityexpatsclub.com/expats/docs/Residency.pdf

A casual observation is that Thai sons are worthless, while thinking they are entitled.

Thai daughters are the ones who do "whatever is necessary" to help the family prosper and take care of the parents.

Thainess!!!

On 4/13/2017 at 1:34 PM, dick dasterdly said:

Unable to find a 'roll eyes' emoticon, I'll settle for .

I'm glad you were impressed.

I see you are receiving way too much advise to your post.

All I can say is, "This ain't Kansas Dorthy". (Wizard of Oz)

"Socializing" is a pretty ambiguous term.

"Socializing" is also a term relative to the individual person.

23 hours ago, ubonjoe said:

If you last entry was prior to 2013 you may not a have record in the database the system accesses.

Another problem is getting a new passport. After getting one you will not be able to do online reports until you leave and re-enter the country to get a new entry.

Many people get it because of an error when entering the info on the application form. Best to just enter the required fields marked by a *.

Got it Joe, Thanks!

My last Entry was Nov. 13, 2011.

No new Passport.

I was still able to use the "onlline" 90 Day Report "twice" before the messages started.

Reading your response I think the simple solution is to "leave and re-enter the country to get a new entry".

Once again thanks, your time and effort are appreciated.

Ken K

" Was able to enter the info, captcha and submit the report but got the same check with your local office  message I always get because of my very old entry."

Can someone please explain, "very old entry"?

I receive the same, "check with your local office  message" and do not understand why.

Is there a way to correct this situation?

I was able to use the service twice (about 1 year ago) before this message started appearing.

Thanks!

Everything you need to know is on the U.S. Embassy - American Citizen Services website.

And if you need to ask a specific question about the process, there is an email link on the website that will send an email directly to American Citizen Services.

The Americans do a good job of sharing information, forms, etc. with their citizens in Thailand.

Dumber than a box of rocks!

You might want to take a look at U.S. Global Mail located in Houston, TX. on the internet.

It takes a little effort, (forms and application to set up) an account which is officially authorized by the U.S. Postmaster's Office.

Suggest you set up an account before leaving the U.S.

Fees are reasonable and service has been good for five years now.

If we knew who (individual - contractor - organization) was performing the IT (internet technology) and programing work for Thai Immigration we might have a better understanding of all the situation.

Thai immigration officers are doing their jobs according to the information they are supplied by the  computer system.

Remember in Thailand a person gets a job/contract through family contacts, not necessarily education, work history, or other Western concepts like being able to do the job.

And every young man in Thailand will tell you he is a *computer expert*.

I used the on-line 90 Day Reporting a few times last year, after I figured out that Microsoft Internet Explorer was the only web browser that worked with the system. No Firefox or Google)

I have not been able to use the on-line 90 Day Reporting for the last three 90 day cycles, regardless of which internet browser, or which computer I use.

I keep getting notices from my browsers and virus security programs that Thai Immigration is using an *invalid* Security Certificate.

As in, requiring a security certificate to communicate, but not using a security certificate issued by an authorized, world wide web recognized, security certificate issuer.

My guess is that the Thai Immigration IT people have tried to build their own (pirate) certificate rather than pay a company for a legal certificate.

A Thai friend who is familiar with such things has phoned Immigration's Tech Support and they have confirmed that they are aware of certificate problems.

But nothing has changed, and Thai Immigration continues to leave the 90 Day Reporting link on their web page which is an embarrassment to them.

I would appreciate hearing from anyone who knows how to work with this 90 Day Reporting system.

Does VD count?

I never fail to be amazed by the lack of consistency and/or standardization between

Immigration Offices in Thailand, and Thai Embassies/Consulates around the world.

They all seem to operate by their own set of rules, regulations, and document requirements.

Which is a terrible way to operate the tourist/retirement business that is such an important

part of the Thai economy.

The current situation is a national embarrassment to Thailand, and a standing joke among

foreign nationals all over the world.

The PM says he wants to, "Bring Happy to the People".

How about bringing a little "Happy" for the foreign Retirees and Tourists who bring their

multi-millions of Baht to the country every year?

Something as simple as standardizing the visa rules and requirements among all Thai offices

would be a nice "thank you" for your money and support.

After all the PM is a career military man who knows about regulations, regulations, and

standardization, so this should be a simple task for him.

After living and working in Thailand for the past 18 years moved to Yangon 6 months ago to continue teaching high school. Housing costs are for a nice 2 bdrm apartment is relatively the same as a similar apartment in downtown Bangkok approximately 30k baht. Living expenses are somewhat cheaper for the basics, Internet is much slower and not as readily available but fiber optic service is generally available in much of the city, but currently I am using Telenor 3G hotspot with my phone for Internet access. Traveling in and our of Myanmar by air is relatively inexpensive on NOK and AirAsia and minimal problems with the necessary long term visa. Salaries are similar to Bangkok but fluctuations in exchange rates between local currencies with US$ makes direct comparisons somewhat variable. Traveling outside of Yangon reminds me of traveling in northern Thailand 20 years ago. Shopping is much more limited in Myanmar than in Thailand but I have seen some improvement in the short time that I have been living in Yangon. New shopping and eating venues seem to be opening almost every month with major construction projects almost everywhere.

Traffic is a major drawback but with no motorcycles allowed within Yangon is a major difference with Bangkok along with driving on the right-hand side of the road like the US, but many vehicles are built for driving on the left-hand side of the road. Overall the pace of living is somewhat slower and possibly slightly easier going lifestyle within Yangon compared to Bangkok.

Good information, thanks.

Are there international courier services available, i.e. DHL - FedEx - UPS?

How are the government customs and import duties?

I see many comments about expensive housing, is it possible for a foreigner to build?