pazza

Hi, (I hope this is the correct forum)

I live in Nong Khai (11yrs approx) does anyone know the procedure/rules (for covid) for a trip to Pattaya.

I want to go to Pattaya for a holiday (by bus) I have proof of two vax.

Is there anything else I need to do ??

Hope someone has some info

Thanks

Pazza

Hi, lots of interesting and thought provoking posts, Im not in a great rush so I will weigh up my options (refurbished over new, private sale over company sale and of course, best value for me ).

I appreciate all the suggestions and thank everybody for their time.

Always a pleasure on ThaiVisa

Thanks all

Steve

Hi, I would like to buy a Pool Table (for my house ) does anyone know of a pool table shop in Nong khai ?

All the shops I can see on-line (Lazada etc) are all down South.

Hope you can help

Thanks ????

These remind me of the Billy Connolly skit (I would no doubt end up with one ear short), Thanks ????

17 hours ago, faraday said:

London Barber on Posri Road.

Hi faraday,  do you know London Barber 1 (I think its near Nutty Park)......., is it 1) open  2) is it any good (as good as London Barber Posi road , in your opinion ?)  I will be staying at the UD residence soon (over the road from L/B).  Thanks for any help ????

28 minutes ago, faraday said:

London Barber on Posri Road.

Looking on Google earth now thanks

21 minutes ago, Lacessit said:

Buy an electric clipper online, use a mirror, and shape it yourself. Nautical style works for me.

The main advantage of that style is it's neat, and one only has to shave the non-bearded areas every 2-3 days.

I have the clippers I just want someone to start me off then I can keep up the maintenance ( I like the 2-3 day schedule)

55 minutes ago, RichCor said:

...let the forum know which style you're going for:

 

Torn between 9, 10 and 11 but I am just past the stubble stage ????

Hi, I am trying to grow a beard (after many years without) I will need to get it shaped etc (soon) anyone know a barber in Udon Thani (near central Plaza if possible ( or gps coordinates if you have them).

Any help appreciated

Steve

Hi All,

Does anyone know if the dentists in Nong Khai are open (I believe they closed because of covid 19).

In particular the one just past the railway (on the left hand side) coming from the bridge (I think it is called Thai Smile, but not 100% sure).

Just broke a Crown and need to get it fixed.

Thanks in advance

Steve

Hi, I live in Nong Khai and last year I stayed in Pattaya for a few months, I just went to the closest Kasikorn Bank and they did my letter no problem. I dont think you will have a problem.

Steve

2 hours ago, berybert said:

If you are staying with your friend make sure he doesn't report you, then you wont have to report yourself when you get back.

Good answer ???? thanks

35 minutes ago, DrJack54 said:

What are you doing? No tm30 etc not required exit Thailand and reenter

Just planning a trip to see a friend in Surin, so only out of the province.

Hi, does anybody know if immigration in Nong Khai are applying the TM28 or TM30 rules.  Thanks

I've used this method for about 10 years, the past three years I've had to take "bank statements" as well (did my extension last year in Pattaya and went through immigration no problem) back in Nong Khai again and had to take bank statements again. (Kasi bank)

I have used the "fixed deposit " for about nine years, but the new(ish) io's (for about four years now want bank statements too.

The first couple of times I had to drive 3/4 of an hour back to the bank to get it ????

Nong Khai

Let me guess, they want to copy the 30 day "waiting period" to get the final stamp from the marriage extensions next. After that add photos of yourself next to your bed, etc. Enjoy the "easy retirement extensions", soon as painful as the marriage extensions.

Here's my 2p on the parity/Goalposts front:
 
I (16 trouble free years years here) was sent home like a naughty schoolboy to retrieve 'book bank' despite having printouts dated that morning in my possession; and was scolded again by a woman half my age for redacting the account number upon my return; indeed they wouldn't accept redacted paperwork full stop.
 
A visa for my wife on the other hand sailed through without question, having been prepared in the same meticulous fashion before being submitted to UK ECO via their normal channels for her first visit to UK in more than a decade.
 
To me this smacks of  Power (Uniform, Shiney  boots, Unearned Wings & Medal Ribbons);  Incompetence/No clear guidelines and in some cases a decree of racism.

UPDATE
Here is the update to my original post.
I went to Nong Khai immigration (21/12/2016) for my annual visa extension (retirement).
I took the extra documents I was asked to provide on a sheet of paper the io gave me (photos, map)
During the process I was asked for my a copy of my wifes ID card and her Tabian baan (which I did not have (not on the sheet given to me in November).
I stated I did not have a landlord as I owned the house,(I said I know I cannot own land but can own the house) to which he replied you cannot own house I AM THAI PEOPLE, YOU ARE FOREIGNER. I asked him when this rule came into force, he said six months ago (Liar liar a*se on fire) I was there a month before and it was not on the sheet he gave me.
He then showed me someones application who had already done this (wifes ID).

As it is one hour away to my home I had to return the next day with the documents. The next day some one in front of me was doing his application and the io said look he has his wifes ID.
Ok, so.. its not the taking of the extra documents but the fact that when you turn up with all the things already asked for, the io can ask for something else (no lead in time for the changes).
I spoke to other people (farangs) at the Nong Khai immigration centre and they all said the same, this new guy is causing a lot of problems.
I also had to fill in another form (like the TM7 ) and a form (in Thai) saying that I was told about the new overstay rules (I had to ask the io what the form was as I don't read Thai).

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Thank you ubonjoe for the speedy reply, much appreciated.

Take care

Steve
 

Have the rules for the retirement extension changed?

The reason I ask is because I went to Nong Khai immigration on 16/11/2016 and was given the list of requirements for the retirement extension and, added to the bottom of the list was two new items.

1) photos of the inside and outside of the house (with the applicant in the photos.)

It says X3 and I am not sure if its three photos of every room or just three photos.

2) a drawn map from immigration the applicants home

Similar to the marriage extension.

Is this happening everywhere or just Nong Khai immigration?

Anybody have any ideas [emoji4]

Take care

Steve

Kindles are for sale in Thailand but not at anything resembling USA prices. The $79 basic Kindle can only be purchased in the USA (per talk with Kindle-Amazon sales person). The next one up is Kindle Touch for $99; the cheapest I have seen listed in Thailand is 4500 baht.

Wow thats quite a mark-up, glad I know someone in the states that can purchase and bring it over for me, (got to wait until the end of July though and I am having withdrawl symptoms already )

Thanks for the info

Steve

Thanks guys,

I have ordered my new Kindle and a friend will be bringing it out here soon.

Thanks again

Steve

Hi Guys,

Does anyone know if there is anywhere in Thailand that can repair/replace the screen of my Kindle, I am lost without it.

If anyone has a phone number it would help a lot.

BTW I live in Nong Khai and assume if there are any repairers they will most likely be situated in BKK.

Thanks for any help guys

Steve

Hi Guys,

Thanks all for the great info.

Stayed at the King hotel 700baht/night,,

I was quite impressed by the hotel, the room and the staff. I would definitely stay again.

Found quite a lot of bars (all within walking distance of the hotel)and tried the Robot pub, all ok

All in all a nice place would maybe visit again later in the year.

Thanks again

Steve

Great followup and I am sure the guys who helped you out appreciate it greatly. That is a nice area and if you ever feel even more adventurous you might follow the back roads all the way to Nan and on to Chiang Rai.

Thats what I like about this forum, there has always been someone there with the help I've needed.

Great Guys, Great help and Great ThaiVisa

Thanks

Steve