Caldera
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It's a right PITA that being the most popular doesn't really matter in this country.
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Overstay and new passport
Caldera replied to Mui8899's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
That's a somewhat theoretical distinction in the case that is being discussed here, as Thai immigration doesn't give extensions that go beyond the expiration date of the applicant's passport. But remaining in Thailand on a passport that is no longer valid, in itself, does violate Thai immigration law. For example, if your home country revokes your passport, the Thai authorities don't need any additional reason to deport you - just the fact that the passport you entered with is no longer valid suffices. -
Overstay and new passport
Caldera replied to Mui8899's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
No, you cannot, because Thai immigration won't put the exit stamp you require into an expired passport. You might not need a valid travel document to enter your home country, but you do definitely need one to leave Thailand. -
Tourist Police and 7-Eleven Join Forces to Enhance Tourist Safety
Caldera replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
Would you like to report a crime to go with your ham and cheese toasty? That'll be an extra 19 baht kha. Yep, I can see that work. -
Both National Police Chief And ‘Big Joke’ Transferred To PM’s Office
Caldera replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
The Thai police farce making the headlines again. -
Record warmth in global oceans hits one-year mark, defies explanation
Caldera replied to Social Media's topic in World News
So once again and for the umpteenth time, scientists realize that they know nothing. -
TR Visa 60days Savannahket
Caldera replied to Stevey's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
Go for it, I liked the occasional short break in Savannakhet as well. As for proving people wrong, well you wouldn't, you'd just prove that things are inconsistent and can change from one day to the next (or one counter clerk to the next, or one applicant to the next, ...). It is what it is, a gamble, but as you have nothing to lose, it's worth a shot. -
Rocky start for Thailand’s latest alcohol tax reform
Caldera replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
Ah, the Thai bureaucracy at work... one step forward, two steps back... -
TR Visa 60days Savannahket
Caldera replied to Stevey's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
With that history, Savannakhet might very well refuse to issue another tourist visa on grounds of having spent too much time in Thailand as a tourist already. Best to check with a visa run company that offers trips to Savannakhet what the current situation is there. -
Thaksin’s political resurrection starts with crucial Chiang Mai test
Caldera replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
Well he does look like a ghost doesn't he, so I'd guess "resurrection" is a real possibility. -
I'm guessing here, but could it be as simple as the time of the year? High season is over, the snowbirds depart. Tourist visa and visa exempt entries can be extended, so only people who want to stay longer than 90 or 60 days need to embark on a border run. Some prefer to make it a real holiday by air.
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Overstay or extension?
Caldera replied to jimmybcool's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
Thai overstay stamps are usually blue, not red. What you might confuse them with are entry denial stamps. -
Overstay or extension?
Caldera replied to jimmybcool's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
In the current climate, I wouldn't overstay deliberately (not even by just a few days), and as you said, in your case it can be avoided by applying for an extension before your permission to stay will expire. As you already have a previous short overstay, getting another overstay stamp in your passport wouldn't look good. So in case you ever need to rely on immigration's leniency or discretion in the future, that could well come back to bite you. -
Strange, other Indian scammers tell me that I have a happy face.
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Where to travel out of country for 2 days?
Caldera replied to Terek's topic in Thailand Travel Forum
I'd fly to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) in Vietnam. Great place for a change of scenery, you won't get bored. Many flights available throughout the day from both BKK and DMK. Depending on your nationality, you might qualify for visa exempt entry to Vietnam, which is 45 days nowadays. Otherwise you'd need an eVisa. -
Whenever an Indian-looking guy tells me that I have a happy face, I smirk at him and keep walking. Served me well, it used to be even more common in Malaysia than in Thailand. If I had rat poison with me... but no, a smirk will have to do.
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British man quits England for Thailand’s tropical tranquility
Caldera replied to webfact's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
With that kind of educational and/or professional background, one wonders what kind of career he can reasonably expect in Thailand, as a foreigner. If any. -
Bangkok airports hit turbulence: Ranked among world’s worst
Caldera replied to webfact's topic in Bangkok News
The hub of overconfidence and mediocrity. -
There is no "90 day extension for retirement", and you cannot apply for a Non-O visa within Thailand as you're already on a non-immigrant visa entry. If you meet the requirements for a 1 year retirement extension, in particular the money seasoning, you should be able to apply for that when your work permit and extension are canceled. Check with your local immigration office before though, as some are unwilling to do that or have their own local rules and requirements.
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Filipina ladyboys accused of illegally offering sex services in Bangkok
Caldera replied to webfact's topic in Bangkok News
Oh wow that's a major surprise. Not. What else did anyone think they were coming to Thailand for? Buddhist retreats? -
AirAsia launches Takeover Thailand campaign with celeb partner
Caldera replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
Oh yeah I wished I knew her 555