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@Keith5588 has already stated that he has a Thai driving licence and has no further need of a UK one but yes that's a valid point. Also Keith, bear in mind that as you're over 70, you probably know that any UK licence is only valid for 3 years at a time now, so once it expires, you're basically done. I'm coming up against that one next year when I turn 70, however I do live in UK so not a problem for me. Regarding bank accounts, I haven't read this whole thread thoroughly but have you considered banks in the Isle of Man / Channel Islands? They are more geared up for UK expats. Good luck with the move mate π
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I agree. Ignoring all the mickey-taking comments, this guy made a silly mistake in taking a jet ski out in the dark, BUT showed he has balls when it went wrong - more power to him! π And, it's rather nice (and unusual on AN) to read a report about a Saudi that shows him in a positive light. Respect to Mr Alamri. And before anyone responds, I do understand why there are so many negative comments about Saudis - I did my time "in the desert" 'Nuff said
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Oh do naff orf sunshine.... and back at ya! ππ
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Not as uncommon as you might think........ https://www.greggs.co.uk/menu/product/vegan-sausage-roll-1001657
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Medication rules for travelling to Thailand: what you need to know
VBF replied to CharlieH's topic in Thailand Travel Forum
Just an "FYI" for those interested in this subject. I usually travel from UK via Dubai where the drug laws are VERY strict and I would think detection is VERY efficient. For my last 3 trips to Thailand, I've had to bring 2 months supply of heart and anti-stroke medications. There are 6 different tablets plus a spray - none of the items is on any controlled or banned list but I also have a document listing what they are and what each ones purpose is. As these are prescribed by my NHS doctor, they are in packaging with my name on. I always get and print a current prescription, which I keep with the medication and above document all in a clearly labelled bag. This bag is in my hand-carry (obviously) I'm posting this because this is what I've actually done, and plan to repeat, as opposed to theoretical advice, (no offence @CharlieH ) and I've (so far) never been stopped anywhere on the journey. -
Apparently rescued https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/britains-supreme-buys-typhoo-tea-out-administration-2024-12-02/
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His eyesight seems OK though...... ππ
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Probably! The reason I say that is because, from what I've read on AN, different country's embassies set their own requirements. EG, I've only ever applied from UK which has the London embassy and no Consulates (any more) and I can tell you immediately what the London embassy requires, but I've read here that (for example) Germany might differ from UK as might Sweden etc. In fact I seem to recall posts saying that in the US, if you apply in person, whether to the embassy or one of the Consulates, it depends from which state one is applying. Seems strange to me but "it is what it is" My suggestion is to look at the first page of the site I posted earlier https://www.thaievisa.go.th/ This leads you to answer questions about your "Country or territory of passport/travel document" and your "Current location". I therefore assume that the content of the following pages will depend on those answers.
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Thanks a lot π I'll give it a try on my new phone, which presently contains my Thai SIM In passing, I totally agree with your various comments about only using Bolt for local / short trips - basically journeys where others might choose a motorcycle taxi. For longer trips I have a friendly taxi driver whom I've known for some years - she's already booked to collect me from SUV.
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@Chivas Did you install Bolt on your phone before you left the UK, or wait to install it in Thailand? I ask because having just got a new phone (Android 14) I plan to use Bolt on my next trip to Patts in February. As you probably know, in UK you HAVE to set up a card payment option but you've just said (and everything I read here on AN agrees) that there is a cash option in Thailand, which is what I need. What's your "MO"? What happens if you cancel and they try to hit you with a cancellation charge? Thanks in advance....
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Reminds me of the theory that an engineer's tool kit only needs 3 items: WD 40 - for when things that should move, do not Duct tape - for when things that should not move, do Large club hammer - for customers who disagree with the above
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Thai transwomen fight over foreign client on Phuketβs Bangla Road
VBF replied to snoop1130's topic in Phuket News
I'm sure this isn't the first time THIS has been posted....... Girls will be boys and boys will be girls It's a mixed up, muddled up, shook up world, except for Lola -
Agreed - I was thinking that when I posted. Your concurrence simply illustrates how badly thought through the ETA actually is! Of course, as it hasn't actually been implemented (yet?) we none of us really knows what will actually happen. My personal feeling is that the ETA is only being considered to bring Thailand into line with USA and Europe in the eyes of "the powers that be"
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New visa exempt arrivals
VBF replied to Lancelot01's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
I disagree. Take my situation, retired, living in UK with a permanent residence, do not have a "home" in Thailand, but visit Thailand for 58 days in January, so nearly 2 months. Then visit again in July for another nearly 2 months. Both trips I'm a tourist but by your definition, I couldn't then make a 3rd trip in November because that would take me into "4 to 6 months in the year" (say 175 days) territory returning to my home country at the end of each visit. I see that as tourism, don't you? -
I can only reply from the UK perspective, BUT an e-visa is the generic term for ANY visa that one applies for online. IE, to get a Tourist Visa or Non-O visa one used to send one's passport, documents and payment to the Consulate or Embassy and a visa was stamped into the passport. To get an e-Visa one goes to https://www.thaievisa.go.th/ and uploads images / scans of passport and documents, pays online and submits the application. When granted, a document containing the visa details is emailed to the applicant who prints it and presents it to the IO on arrival in Thailand.
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Sadly.....yes!!! π₯
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My favourite Thai dish too, with the fried egg ("kai dow") - I generally order it "Pet" (spicy) and let the waiter laugh at me while I sweat over my lunch!
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Ahhh... Your reply really choked me! π
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Indian man arrested for firing blank gun in Pattaya neighbourhood
VBF replied to webfact's topic in Pattaya News
Wrong sort of Indian, mate π -
That's why the SD or XD card option is the way to go. All my 300gb of music is on my external disks and I copy subsets of it to my phone, tablets and a USB stick for my car. All as MP3 format. That way I can use WHATEVER program / App I choose to play it and I never need to be online to do so. For Android I use either "Music Folder Player Free" from the Play Store or 1by1 https://mpesch3.de/1by1.html If I get a new device, I either swap the card across or get a new card and re-copy from my PC using a USB cable Not sure if this helps the OP or not?