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4 hours ago, pineapple01 said:

That Pink things useless. Did my 5 Year yesterday. Passport Number wasn't the same as the old Licence, so that was altered to new P/port No on new one, copies required like Imo. As for Friends advice stuff it, they dont issue licences, that beady eyed Lady behind the Counter does. In all very easy.

What does this have to do with the topic??

On 7/22/2020 at 7:44 AM, Blue Muton said:

You can't have your name in a blue TB.

 

As requirements vary from one office to another it's best to visit your local amphur (or khet if in Bangkok) to get a list of what they need.

 

We needed originals and copies of my passport, wife's TB and ID card, residency cert from immigration, marriage certificate and translation, document Kor Rohr 22 (Kor Rohr 2 if married in Thailand) and a couple of witnesses / referees, one of whom had to be our pooyai bahn and the other a teacher.

 

Once you have a yellow TB it is simple to obtain a pink ID card at the same office.

It was basically the same requirements in Doi Saket.  I decided it wasn't worth the effort.  Same for Pink ID.  The only thing I see coming up where I would use it is a drivers license renewal every 5 years and I can use a residency certificate.  Vehicles are in my name now and if I buy new it will be in wife's name or use a residency certificate. Friends who do have a yellow book have said they never used it.  Other's experience may differ.  Obtaining a Usufruct and having my name placed on the house papers, Chanote, for the home we purchased was easy and more important. 

1 hour ago, digbeth said:

There's fumigator available under the name Ars 'Kwan' or smoke, comes in clear plastic can with red label, you put water in the bottom end of the can, lower the fumigator in and the heater inside start smoking out the insecticide

 

 

You have have curious.  It is available on Lazada.

I am changing to a Marriage Extension from a Retirement.  I would much prefer the home visit as i cannot think of any Thai I know who would be available or agree to a trip to Immigration for me.

On 6/30/2020 at 3:28 PM, ThaivisaSales said:

This is in addition to checking that before flying passengers must have obtained a ‘Fit to Fly’ health certificate certifying that passengers pose no risk of being infected by COVID 19 virus and this to be issued no more than 72 hours prior to date of travel.

I don't see anyone mentioning the 'Fit to Fly' certificate.  Last I heard this was not available in most countries.  Updates welcome. 

21 minutes ago, Sophon said:

You could try Santisook Dog and Cat rescue.

Lots of cats (and dogs) of all ages.

 

Please!!  I live in the same mooban, and the cats are allowed to roam freely all around the area.  Take some home.  ????

17 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The boar was later deposited at Wat Chetawanaram, where many wild boars have been given a home,

They have a large number of Boar at Doi Saket temple.  Is this common? Why?

I don't get it.  OTP's are generally one time use with a time limit.

I didn't think is was too bad.  Put some biases aside and remember it is a Spike Lee movie and what is to be expected.  I enjoyed finding spots that I recognized. Some outcomes were predictable, especially when the (spoiler) explosive ordinance disposal team was inserted.  How long did it take them to shoot the Pun Pun scenes?

More historical in nature, and available by mail order from Bangkok.  I enjoyed "Katya and the Prince of Siam".  https://www.riverbooksbk.com/index.php 

I just received two packages from the UK.  One was a large (11x9 inch) and fairly heavy hardcover book.  It was shipped Royal Mail, Air Mail, and it took 23 days to arrive.  The second, a standard sized paperback book, was sent Royal Mail International Priority and arrived in 10 days.  Interesting they were delivered at the same time.  

With Thai people literally dieing due to unemployment, we need robots to do this?? How many salaries could be paid instead?  Good technology, very poor judgement and understanding. 

OK, Just received email from U.S. State Department.   All Americans should register online with the consulate and you will get regular updates sent to you..................

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When will the American Citizen Services (ACS) unit reopen for non-emergency passport, Consular Report of Birth Abroad, and notarial services?

A. The ACS units in Bangkok and Chiang Mai have suspended routine services until further notice. We are available to assist with emergency requests. The Embassy and Consulate General are adhering to guidance from the Department of State and the Royal Thai Government regarding the resumption of operations. When routine services are re-established, there will be limitations on the number of appointments available as we try to ensure our customers practice social distancing in our waiting rooms..........

I believe this is the link to register for travel and living abroad updates: https://step.state.gov/  
 

On 4/29/2020 at 3:55 PM, Yankeesvsredsox said:

I have 2 renewed  credit cards at my home in the states! I want to have my family send them to me(the institutions would only send to a  US mailing address on file).

 I could be wrong,as it stands I believe that Thailand is only excepting mail  from international surface transport.

 

Any suggestions ! Should I wait for the lock down to lift and wait for normal air transportation for mail or use  this surface transportation with  skepticism !  

Personally, I would wait.  Credit cards are too valuable to chance getting routed to who knows where.  That said; I have U.S. VISA cards but I have my Thailand address on the accounts and they are sent directly here (in normal times).  If you wish to use your cards online, which is the only time I use them, you really don't need the card in your possession.  Just get the updated information on the card from your family. 

Chainsaw licensing changed a few times over the years I have been here.  I bought one in 2016.  They had to be no more than 11" and limited in horsepower.  I forget now the limit, but the store immediately took out the exhaust restrictor which put it back to where it was meant to be by the manufacturer.  I used it many times and now my gardener borrows it and takes care for me.  They are now sold in the major shops here in Chiang Mai such as Global House and Homepro, so they are legal. Mine came with a certificate of compliance.  I am 70 years old and still use it sparingly, but you need to respect it and be careful.  Chainsaw Compliance.pdf

https://about.usps.com/newsroom/service-alerts/international/welcome.htm

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I received 9 books through Thai Post during the month of March.  Each ordered separately, primarily from the UK and Australia.  I just emailed a store and received a response yesterday from the UK which said "No problem shipping to Thailand".  Also, the wife has received her Lazada orders from China.  Just our experience, yours may differ.  ????  

EDIT; I thought this may be true, but I just searched to confirm.  Cargo flights are being allowed into Thailand.

"The ban does not apply to state or military aircraft, emergency landing, technical landing without disembarkation, humanitarian, medical or relief flights, cargo flights and any flights arriving in Thailand to repatriate nationals back to their home countries."

3 hours ago, Mama Noodle said:

 

You should clarify what you mean by 'immigrants' because there are tiers of 'immigrants' such as illegal aliens, legal immigrants, and citizens. 

 

 

The rules are meant for Americans who contribute legally to the economy and the country. If you married a foreigner and filed as such you have been getting a tax discount without paying anything into the system. 

I have lived in Thailand for 19 years. For those years I paid the same U.S. Income Tax as anyone living in the U.S. and without any of the deductions that most Americans could claim for one reason or another. I receive no direct benefits from this U.S. Tax. I do receive Social Security which is money I paid in, and I pay taxes on that also. I pay into Medicare which I cannot use outside the U.S.    I pay tax on any withdrawals from investments, and tax on my pension.  Fairly recently I qualified, as discussed already, to file as Married.  I am still paying every penny of tax that I would pay if living in the U.S.   So how can you say "you have been getting a tax discount without paying anything into the system."?

2 hours ago, TerryLH said:

That's not true.  There are plenty of non US citizens with SS numbers. 

I believe they are mandatory if working in the USA.  No obligation to turn the SS number in if they return to their country.

I stand corrected on that.  Depends on circumstances. Thanks.

58 minutes ago, cusanus said:

It certainly explains it if you make enough money for the ITIN to shave your tax, not much sense for those of us who get no tax break for getting a spouse an ITIN just because they thought it might be useful and who have no taxable income. Nor is there any applicable inheritance tax unless it amounts to many times more money than most of us have ever dreamed of. For blokes like you, it still seems outright unfair and racist. You are being punished for having a non citizen wife, but why? What the hell. 

Thanks for your thoughts.  I am by no means what would be considered wealthy. I am not referring to inheritance tax.  For a simple IRA or Mutual fund, a percentage will be deducted and paid to the IRS before your beneficiary can receive the funds. She will probably be able to have that tax refunded, but it won't happen without an ITIN. If she is a beneficiary on U.S. bank account, they will require a ITIN also.  I suggest, if your other half is to be a beneficiary of any funds from the U.S. (doesn't have to be married) get an ITIN before your death.  There are hoops to go through, and I wouldn't want my wife having to hire a lawyer and do it on her own.

As for being unfair or racist, I don't agree. The stimulus checks are intended to help the U.S. economy and get people (in country) back on their feet who need it.  I don't live there anymore.  That was my choice.  If we lived in the U.S. I wouldn't expect Thailand to be sending her checks.  Overall, the U.S. is quite accommodating for expats compared to many other countries. I wish all the best to those in the U.S. going through hard times as I do for those in Thailand.

35 minutes ago, cusanus said:

Did several comments disappear? Is it just me, or does it not compute that a Thai wife who has never been to the USA is NOT an immigrant? To get a jump on it, I filed a 1040X (amended return) as filing separately without my Thai wife's info. Then I took it to the Post Office and found that Thai Post does NOT ship to the USA anymore. That could be a serious problem in five weeks when we're supposed to mail in our Proof of Life forms or face termination of SS payments. So, it's looking like those of us with Thai wives may not get our $1200 payment, even if they're in no way immigrants.

I wouldn't worry about the Proof of Life. You receive a number of warning notices, and quite a few months to submit it. I once made an error  on my first, my second they said was never received, and the third went through.  I am sure the mail situation will be sorted before you have to worry.

I just watched a report from the U.S. in which the well respected doctor said; they are now finding significant lung damage and possible heart damage in patients who have successfully recovered. He didn''t say how severe the patients conditions may have been.  There is lot yet to be known before thinking of infection as a way to gain immunity.