Got a couple of questions for you.
I'm not doubting anything you have said in your post.
But can you tell me, in what language your conversation with the RD was in ?
and who was fluent in what language, or was someone else acting as an interpreter
if so who. ?
Just asking , as many things can get lost or flipped around in translation.
I'm sure the RD offices around Thailand are all professionals, but not sure all staff will be fluent in a English Maybe they are, I don't know.
Also, what proof of tax paid in the uk, did the RD want to see, in regards to this.
Thanks Quake.
Ps well done for going in and asking.