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I read this thread. Is my conclusion correct that no one in Thailand has received this document yet? My two satang ... SSA at Manila has always helped resolve any issues. Several years ago when I did not receive this form in June nor any follow up, I contacted them in November and they asked me to PDF a filled in form to them.  Didn't miss a check.  One other time they resolved an address/phone number issue. So I still have confidence that they work to resolve your problems.

Received the payment on April 29 direct to my USA bank. Had to go through https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment   

My wife and I have filed a tax return every year since I moved here, for IRA distributions, etc. But I still had to provide my bank info despite them having paid refunds to my account (or taken tax payments from it) in prior years.

1 hour ago, Tug said:

I’m not so sure the USA will be it that crown of thorns imo will most likely be India due to extreme poverty and lack of infrastructure we just lack leadership on the federal levelwe have the talent and materials to get it under control on the local and state level

The USA has these problems as well (matter of degreee) - poverty (it's all relative but there are many poor people in USA ignored by those economically above them), lack of infrastructure (well no so much a lack of as a crumbling one) and lack of leadership at the federal level (with our reality show pResident).

I was at Khon Kaen Thursday afternoon last. There was no "requirement". One or two customers didn't have a mask. All IO and workers did. Most clients did. If you have one or can find one use it. The right thing to do.  Of course things change daily so perhaps some offices may require.

Here is how the 2008 stimulus worked. It was $300 per person or $600 for married couples filing jointly. The check was a direct deposit to your bank. If you filed a US Tax return you were eligible. This would probably be similar so any expat who filed last year would likely be eligible and the money goes to your bank which you use for your refund. Of course they could re-invent the wheel but really why. This was all done before. If this recession lasts into July and August this whole payment isn’t going to stimulate the economy. This depression is completely unlike 2008. Unemployment rates of 20% are being bandied about by Munchkin (mis-spelling intentional). A single $1000 payment ain’t gonna do squat about that.

31 minutes ago, bristolboy said:

But for earned income he is correct. Well, not exactly. The ceiling is over 100,000 now.

But he didn't sat that. He was responding to this comment: " No way.  We expats still pay taxes unlike nearly every other nationality.  So, the tax money they will be distributing is partly our taxes.  We deserve to be included." I believe the vast majority of USA expats (like me) in Thailand are retired and not working so the Foreign Tax Exemption (available to wage earners) is meaningless to us. If we have USA investments (such as 401K  or other (previously untaxed) pension vehicles earning - or in the case of the last month, losing - money in USA) we pay taxes on our required withdrawals subject to the standard deduction, which this year is $12,200 if single and double that if married (my wife is also a USA citizen).  If, on top of this pension amount, your SS earnings exceed a stated amount, a portion of this becomes taxable as well. Anyone who had a really good paying job can easily trigger this additional income tax burden.

24 minutes ago, Cryingdick said:

 

That's only true if you make above $92,000 If so take your $1,000. You are exempt up to that amount.

Out of all the ignorant statements made in this thread (and of course there are many), this could be the prizewinner.  Ask anyone with an RMD from their 401K above the personal tax exemption amount (to the $92,000 which only applies to money "earned" outside the USA) and then also include the trigger to tax a % of SS earnings.

I personally recommend that Trump immediately visit Wuhan for at least a week and demonstrate to the Chinese people his deep concern and sincerity by meeting with them all.

3 hours ago, Zack61 said:

I’m free. One of the benefits of marrying a government employee 

Me 2. But what happens if the government worker health administrators get flagged. Then we will be thrown into the bouillabaisse, eh?

WalkingOrders ... Uh no. I am perfectly fine with my SSA money coming directly to my Bangkok account no. 1 (restricted) which I then transfer into my Bangkok Bank account 2 (unrestricted).  Thank U anyway.

My comment deals with Bangkok Bank's new alternative to the old ACH transfer to its New York Branch, called "Thai Baht Remittance Service"  which allows transfers without the IAT transfer protocol.  I have sent them an email but was wondering if anyone has already investigated this process for transferring from my (any) US banks to my Bangkok Bank account.  You should have received a letter (see ref above) with the details and status of their (private not gov't.) transfer options.

Pursuant to Bangkok Bank's 1 April 2019 letter Ref: NMG, GPSD/006/62, has anyone tried to set up a money transfer via "Thai Baht Remittance Service" of Bangkok Bank NYC. 

Will Khon Kaen let you do the renewal earlier than 30 days?

Does anyone have any recent experience with the following scenario:

My sister in law holds a current USA B2 Visa (good until 13 Aug 2024).  She used it once in 2014.

She got divorced and changed her name back to her birth family name.

She got a new passport with the new name.

She wants to travel back in US to visit some other friends.

The State Department website

( https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/frequently-asked-questions/about-basics.html ) states:

"If your name has legally changed through marriage, divorce, or a court ordered name change, you will need to obtain a new passport.  Once you have a new passport, the Department of State recommends that you apply for a new U.S. visa to make it easier for you to travel to and from the United States."

A recommendation is not a directive. So has anyone recently used a new passport (with a changed name) and the visa (in old Passport) to enter the US with other documentation showing the name change (divorce certificate with official translation) or some other document (and what would that be?)

Any help or clarification will be appreciated. Thanks.

4 hours ago, jeab1980 said:

As you are khon kaen no they only require one if you move house. ...  There pretty good and relaxed here.

Absolutely relaxed ... I'll soon be moving into a new house next door and I'll change it then in October before my next report / extension in November. So the problems will hopefully resolve itself then.  I just wondered if anyone had ever had some problem with it there.

I last re-entered Thailand on May 9. I had a valid re-entry permit.  When I re-entered I received a new TM-6 departure card. However, I never re-filed a new TM-30 (the only TM-30 I filed thus shows a departure card number which is now different).
Should I have filed a new TM-30?
No one raised the issue at immigration (Khon Kaen) when I did my 90 day report on August 4.
Should I file a (n accurate) TM-30 now or wait until I do my next 90 day report (November 1), which incidentally will also be the same day I will apply/file my new visa retirement extension?
I of course have not changed my address since I was permanently settled here from when I first arrived under my O visa.  My address listed in the TM-30 is my wife's house and property.

I would like some guidance in the timing for my yearly renewal of my retirement extension viz. my current 90 day report.

1. My Retirement extension of stay (based upon my Type O Non-Immigrant visa) permitted up to Tuesday 28 November 2017.

2. My 90 report “notice of address” is currently valid through Wednesday 1 November 2017 at Khon Kaen.

Should I just do the renewal of my extension on November 1, the same day I do a 90 day report? Are they separate transactions or will they be handled together?

Thank you.

8 minutes ago, ocddave said:

Do we need to declare which country we are headed to?  Just in case the wife say wants to go to Japan, and I don't need to head back to the states?

There is a space on the form to show when you are going and where (and why)?  I'm not sure how you would answer that question if you are doing this provisionally? I'm sure if you stated you just wanted it for an emergency, it wouldn't be a problem.  The re-entry stamp in my passport has no such information.

4 minutes ago, paddlinsteve said:

So when I get my extension, I don't need to decide anything on the spot. I can later opt for either the single or the multiple re-entry permit at any time during the following year. Is that correct?

Yes. I just took a re-entry permit. This was 4 months after my visa extension - retirement.

My question is: My 90 report expires on May 2, I return to Thailand on May 9, is it true that I will do my next 90 report on August 7 (90 days from my latest re-entry?

Also must I renew my TM-30 and when, even through I won't have changed addresses?

On 2/12/2017 at 6:29 AM, Ramen087 said:

... SBUX hasn't fooled the world, they dominate in a food service category they helped create. ...

They are even going to open an outlet in Milan soon. Their first venture into Italy where the coffee bar was conceived and the inspiration for Starbucks.

Here is the list of documents I sent to Thailand US embassy in support of a visitors visa for sisters and mother in law
1. Affidavit of Support Form - Form I-134
1a. Stock overship attachment
2. Letter of Invitation
a. From me
b. From wife
3. Employment Letter for me
4. Pay Stubs 2014 for me
5. Bank Statements 2014
6. Letter to USA Consulate, Bangkok
7. Income Tax Form 1040 for 3 Years
8. Birth Certificate Letter wife and translation
9. Green Card (wife)
10. Marriage Certificate me
11. Divorce Certificate wife
12. Passport copy me
13. Birth Certificate me
14. Passport copy wife
15. House Card Thai wife
16. National ID Card Thai wife

Probably overkill but it worked. I was showing sufficient funds to take care of them financially and they must show extensive ties to Thailand.

Shouldn't you be looking at a "tourist" (visitors) visa (B-2). This could be difficult to get. Embassy gets very tough and wants to assure itself that she will return. You'll need to show a lot of sufficient ties to Thailand. I take it you are a resident of Thailand so work that in somehow - that you're both visiting together and will return together. Visa good for 90 days after entry.

If you plan to live (move) for more than 90 days to US look at a k-3 spousal visa. The problem with this is they will expect to see her apply for her "green" card. If you are only going for a visit that does not work too well and is costly.

K-1 only applies if you're not married.

USCIS issues K-3 and K-1 for people looking for permanent resident status in USA.

21 hours ago, mania said:

Read back & see we agreed awhile back about all of that yes?

Yes. Before she became a citizen, my wife got flagged in SF Airport (under her PRA green card) for being out of the country a lot. They didn't try to do anything but they flagged her in the computers.

On 12/4/2016 at 4:32 AM, mania said:

 

The abandonment of green card status rule is only during the first 2year card

Which is why that card is called the Temporary Residence

 

But after the 2 year card he gets a 10 year card called the permanent residence

& that card does not have that rule afaik

This is mis-information. See the second item from the USCIS website. One needs to tread carefully. It is after all Premanent "Resident" Status:

Abandoning Permanent Resident Status

You may also lose your permanent resident status by intentionally abandoning it. You may be found to have abandoned your status if you:

• Move to another country, intending to live there permanently.
• Remain outside of the United States for an extended period of time, unless you intended this to be a temporary absence, as shown by:
  • The reason for your trip;
  • How long you intended to be absent from the United States;
  • Any other circumstances of your absence; and
  • Any events that may have prolonged your absence.
  • Note: Obtaining a re-entry permit from USCIS before you leave, or a returning resident visa (SB-1) from a U.S. consulate while abroad, may assist you in showing that you intended only a temporary absence.
• Fail to file income tax returns while living outside of the United States for any period.
• Declare yourself a “nonimmigrant” on your U.S. tax returns.

Pazza:

In reply to your initial inquiry, I just did a visa extension - retirement in Khon Kaen. Neither of your two "new requirements" was asked for.

Good luck.

http://www.bangkokpost.com/breakingnews/17...warrant-delayed

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The Criminal Court has taken back the arrest warrant for convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra on terrorism charges on Wednesday night, Department of Special Investigation (DSI) director-general Tharit Pengdit said.

Mr Tharit said the court had issued arrest warrants for Thaksin and nine other anti-government core members on terrorism charges earlier today but it had decided to recall Thaksin's arrest warrant.

"Further investigation will take place on May 24 at 9.30am," the DSI chief said.

The attorneys had already approved the 10 arrest warrants but the DSI would have to wait for the court's deliberation on Thaksin's case again, he added.