geoffphuket

1 minute ago, AussieBob18 said:

Try eBay Thailand (eBay.co.th) - they are a lot more rigorous than Lazada in managing its online shops.

They dont have the same amount of cheap Chinese stuff - but they do well enough.

Amazon a bit better too - but they dont have a Thailand 'branch' (last I checked).

Shoppee is the only real alternative to ebay in Thailand. Amazon is for the US and Europe, and buying from an unknown seller on ebay is risky - As I've learn't to my cost, TWICE!  

7 minutes ago, CharlieH said:

Lazada warns you not to do business off the platform. If you purchase off the platform you are wide open to issues.

 

Indeed they do, but it doesn't stop people following up their offers. A fool and his money, as the saying goes. 

2 minutes ago, jaideedave said:

There was a Samsung vendor a couple months ago that was bogus. Half retail prices and contact via Line.

Ripped me off for 6000 baht. Russian and Thai accomplice . Complained to Lazada who wanted the details but nothing came of it. My own fault really as I shouldn't have fell for the contact on "Line"

I hope they rot in hell.

Exactly what I'm talking about! Instead of the issue being nailed, there are now countless stores doing precisely the same thing. 

3 minutes ago, Dmaxdan said:

Perhaps they are just new sellers?  New businesses start up all the time.

Some of them are months old, without a single sale. As I said, the ludicrously low prices are the giveaway, and anyone enquiring is asked to purchase from a LINE or email link. 

Just a 'heads up' to be aware of fake stores selling on Lazada. In particular, smartphones, cameras and TV's are common products to be found listed. The giveaway is that they (the stores) have zero sales, ludicrously low prices, and ask potential customers to contact them via LINE or email to purchase. Here is just on example: https://www.lazada.co.th/shop/shippits111/?spm=a2o4m.pdp.seller.1.2f2a1ff9qb6b3n&itemId=709524204&channelSource=pdp

Anyone got a link where the documents can be downloaded? The 2 links posted @ #1 don't work. 

LOL. Fake News from the 'Rath' 

My wife has the same question. Tomorrow she flies (Phuket) to Zurich via Suvarnabhumi. Her ticket says depart terminal 'D'. Does she check in at the International or the domestic? 

Happy April Fools, guys 

I wasn't aware Phuket had lifeguards on any of its beaches at the moment! A new contract has only just been agreed in Bangkok. 

Fake news from a rumor that was started a few days back! Someone show me a link proving over-wise, from a government source.... 

Anyone know if they require photos. It's been a couple of years since I last asked, but I recollect they did?

On 23/10/2017 at 5:14 PM, LivinginKata said:

I am sure that 500 baht will smooth the way .... mmmm

 

Copy passport, copy house paper and landlord ID, and hope that you are registered by landlord at that address. 

I'll raise my voice and inform them it's free. It worked last time. I haven't payed bribes for any official document, in twenty years. And I don't intend starting now!

Anyone recently got a letter from Phuket immigration, to confirm their address? I just want to know what this weeks' requirements are. LOL. Thanks 

It seem no matter what you take to immigration, they'll always think of something new! I thought I'd covered everything this year. Now my wife will have to take another day off work... and I'll have to get another copy of my bank statement and letter - it's only good for a week. What a waste of everyone's time! 

4 minutes ago, KarenBravo said:

Standing outside is for retirement extension.

Standing inside with family is for marriage extension.

Not according to the replies I received on TV last week....  last year the officer wanted a group family photo of us standing outside the house.

Yup, same. It's took us by surprise. I should have known better and taken both

Just now, andreww said:

a bummer, but photos inside and outside of the house have been a requirement at least for 4 years now. I have an accurate representation of our aging family vs. forever young house )

This is my 11th extension of my current Visa and 'yes' they've wanted a family photo inside the house - but last year they said it had changed and they now want one outside, showing the house number. Now they seem to have changed their minds AGAIN! 

Just now, lopburi3 said:

Believe this is often asked for - including together sitting on bed and views of clothing hung together (all to help prove to higher levels that you actually live together as husband and wife).

That's what we gave them last year - and the officer asked for a photo of us standing outside the house, showing the house number - he didn't want a photo inside.

We've been to the immigration office in Phuket town this morning, with all the correct paperwork to extend my Non 'O' Visa based on marriage.

The officer refused to accept the application because he want's a family photo of us INSIDE THE HOUSE, showing furniture. I had given him photos of us standing outside the house - showing the house number - as we did last year. That's no-longer good enough. Be warned! 

Oh headache!

We've been to the office this morning with all the correct paperwork and they won't accept a family photo of us standing outside of the house - showing the house number. The officer said he wants a family photo of us IN THE HOUSE showing furniture. I hate this bloody place! 

I'm out of here now... Thanks to everyone for replying

Talk to you all again in 12 months when my next  'PERMITTED TO STAY' extension stamp expires .

2 hours ago, LivinginKata said:

 

Give Geoff a break. So many folks conflate Visa and annual Extension.  

This is the one reason I only visit TV when I absolutely have to, these days. Members with nothing better to do will find any small detail to criticize.