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On 1/22/2021 at 11:41 PM, JAS21 said:

My annual extension runs out on 2nd May 2021...

My passport runs out on 15th April 2022...

 

DO I need to renew my passport before doing my extension ... 

OR will Immigration just give me extension to 15th April 2022

 

My Immigration Office is Nonthaburi

 

tks

How are you going to travel to your country of origin to renew in this trying times i wonder. If it's Singapore, good luck to you, Global Moderator.

15 hours ago, ukrules said:

You renew your permission to stay once a year, everyone should know that. The TE visa is all about the '1 year stamp'.

 

You can tell by the stamp in the passport - it has an expiry date on it - that's the date to renew by ????

 

There must be some real dummys out there.

 

I also got an email from them today, I rolled my eyes and moved onto the next spam.

same here. I literally fell off my seat laughing.

7 hours ago, webfact said:

Thailand sees biggest jump in Covid-19 cases as global numbers hit 100m

By The Nation

 

 

The Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) on Tuesday reported 959 new cases, the highest number on a single day since the outbreak last year, including 22 people who had travelled from abroad.

 

Of the new cases, 89 were exposed to the virus while visiting high-risk areas. The province with the highest number of infections is Samut Sakhon (70), followed by Bangkok (17), Samut Songkham (1), and Ubon Ratchathani (1).

 

Proactive testing led to the discovery of 848 cases -- 760 foreigners and 84 Thais -- in Samut Sakhon, and four Thais in Bangkok.

 

Of the returnees, 13 are Thai nationals, returning from the United Kingdom (5), United States (3), Myanmar (3) and Denmark(1). Also testing positive were two Indians, two Sudanese, a Chinese, an Indonesian, a Pakistani, a Briton, a Russian and a Nepali who flew in from their respective nations.

 

Meanwhile, 119 patients have recovered and been discharged.

 

As of Tuesday, the number of confirmed cases in Thailand had risen to 14,646. Of these, 12,250 contracted the virus domestically, including 5,532 who were found via proactive testing, and 2,396 are returnees. So far, 10,892 have recovered and been discharged, 3,679 patients are still in hospital and the death toll is 75.

 

According to Worldometer, as of 10am on Tuesday, the number of confirmed cases globally has hit 100 million (increasing by 449,073), 72.29 million have recovered, 25.84 million are active cases (110,250 in severe condition) and 2.15 million have died (up by 9,597).

 

Thailand ranks 123rd on the global list of most cases. The US tops the list with 25.86 million, followed by India 10.68 million, Brazil 8.87 million, Russia 3.73 million and the United Kingdom 3.67 million.

 

Taweesin Visanuyothin, the CCSA spokesperson, revealed that the number of cases in the second wave since December 16 had reached 10,409, after 10 months under the emergency decree.

 

In the second outbreak, patients had an average age of 34. The age range with most cases is around 20-29 years old (58 per cent) followed by 30-39 years old (29 per cent). Women tended to get infected more often than men with a ratio of 1.36 female patients to 1 male.

 

Source: https://www.nationthailand.com/news/30401815

 

-- © Copyright The Nation Thailand 2021-01-26

 

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https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/covid-1/coronavirus-thailand

 

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7 hours ago, ubonjoe said:

I don't assume anything. I listened to the news today. It is only the UK and some countries in Europe that were going to be allowed before.

Also this map from the IATA that provides info by clicking the USA. It is till dated January 14th.

 https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/world.php

 

In response to increased rates of COVID-19 transmission in the United States and other countries, and to protect New York State’s (NYS) successful containment of COVID-19, NYS has issued a travel advisory for anyone entering NYS from a non-bordering state or traveled internationally from a country designated under a CDC level 2 or higher COVID-19 travel health notice.

All travelers coming to NYS from areas beyond the border states (NJ, CT, PA, MA, VT) must fill out this form. Travelers that are asymptomatic must quarantine for 10 days from the last day in a non-border state or another country, unless the traveler meets certain criteria.     JOE; perhaps with your CONNECTIONS,you can verify with CDC what level Thailand is currently, 26Jan 2021.

1 hour ago, ubonjoe said:

Only from certain countries and Thailand is not one of them. But everybody needs a negative covid 19 test done 3 days before departure.

You sure about that? Don't assume.

Oh my, you are making me shiver in delight,just trying contain myself. Ok, back to reality. Do stay away from Plantation Bay resort coz it's one crappy place. Book yourself into the Hilton at Mactan.They have one of the best there is in Cebu and more. Great food and "wine" and if the mood gets you well, having a take out if lucky.

Product launches to continue at shopping malls? Icon Siam for one?

Bet the latest Covid-19 cases have put a damper on everyone's spirit. Back to the drawing boards generals!!!!

remain calm and just make sure your foodstocks are filled and air-cons in the apts/houses are in good working condition. Take care and God Bless always.

majority of the population are out and about without any hint of mask-wearing. is it that serious? Honestly doubt the locals and some expats feel the need to wear masks. With this latest wave,let's hope it knock some sense into their stubborn heads to cover-up.

On 12/7/2020 at 3:05 PM, drenddy said:

 

Vaccine is for preventing infection. 

Do pigs fly??

10 hours ago, Sheryl said:

As he is coming from the US he cannot get a non-O for retirement, will have to get O-A. Same same except for mandatory health insurance - which is more problematic than it sounds as only Thai issued policies (overprices and poor value) are allowed for in-country extensions, though can use a foreign policy for the initial visa if the insurer will sign the requisite certificate.

 

I think he could get just OA for himself and his wife piggy back onto that with a dependent visa? (Maybe not at this time, but post-COVID restrictions)?

well said, Sheryl.

On 11/19/2020 at 9:14 AM, ubonjoe said:

You can now apply for a certificate of entry and then enter the country now.

https://thaiembdc.org/2020/09/30/nonimmigrantoaox/

There is an error on the website in that it mentions the 40/400k medical insurance. That is not required unless you have to apply for a new non-o visa.

Just go through the steps to apply for the COE here ( https://thaiembdc.org/onlinevisaapplication/) after arranging a flight and the ASQ hotel. More info is here. https://thaiembdc.org/visas/

ASQ info follows.

"2.6 A confirmation of booking of Alternative State Quarantine (Please check the list of the alternative state quarantine hotels at www.hsscovid.com or www.thaiembdc.org/asq)"

 

You can rely on Ubonjoe.He's the go to guy for everything Thailand.

On 11/4/2020 at 5:06 PM, scorecard said:

- How does Malaysia come into the discussion?

- Garmen  ?

-Cabinet popular. Who are they popular with? And how does that relate to the subject of the thread?

For the highly stressed member here,chill.No malice intended but let me enlighten you on your ignorance. To begin with, the source of where that comment on Malaysians came about first appeared on ThaiVisa a week ago or later.Couldn't put a finger on the exact date or thread. Sources says Malaysians do purchase apartments in Bangkok at large numbers before the pandemic. (Singaporeans) too i might add.

Garmen?   well if you have eaten more salt than most of us, you would probably know what that means. For the benefit of those ignorant,its the Govt!!

Cabinet Popular: Why am i even explaining myself.Its self-explanatory. Do you need illustrations? Hand-holding? Horrors!!!  Have a great week ahead all. Didnt realise a harmless question which would benefit us Expat Owners of Condos to create that much of a debate of sorts.Chill.Go have a Beer.

On 11/6/2020 at 10:08 AM, Thaiophil said:

This change is clearly aimed at STV long stayers who can renew up to 9 months or so.

 

It’s probably also leading to travel bubbles. According to the Bkk Post, they are trying to get a bubble with China before Chinese NY

they should start a Bubble with Singapore and HK.

@scorecard, the Malaysians would beg to differ as they were the intended expats certain corners of the " garmen" referring to.Don't count out  what this cabinet is capable of accomplishing as they have been very "popular".

13 hours ago, userabcd said:

Suggest you contact the govt and clarify directly with the minister and people in charge of this to get first hand information.

 

Please let us know your findings.

I would have done that but its messy to begin with. Besides, it's more entertaining to read comments from real folks in the group. Present company excluded. 

14 hours ago, teacherclaire said:

This will never happen.

 

Similar to the educational hub, the medical hub and all the other hubs together that never happened. A hoax. 

 

  Better save your money for something better in another country. 

 

 

There seem to be so much hatred in that tone of yours, my dear Educator. Why may I ask? 

Which part of Thailand are you at Mike? 

13 hours ago, Mike Teavee said:

Disagree @teacherclaireSimilar provisions came out of the Tam Yam crisis in 1999, not all lived up to their full promises (Like lifetime Elite Visas for 1 Million THB where you could own land) but I do think there will be some long term "Living in Thailand" options coming out of the current "Crises". 

 

FWIW I think they will make a route to PR for people investing 10 MB in a New Condo (it's actually already there as an Investment route to PR, they just need to waive the (unofficial) 3 years tax part of it) and am hearing positive rumours about a 3 Million THB route for Retirees, Married, Professionals etc... (Hopefully this will be in non-property assets like Government bonds as I'd  rather buy a house than a Condo). 

 

But I do agree that existing Condo owners are starting from the same point as everybody else and any measures will be for new investment rather than existing.

 

 

Well done. This is what I'm expecting from any sensible adult. Well articulated and all. Yes, I'm in the category of Expat Condo owners currently(unit purchased in 2019).

Read between the lines, Sheryl. Its clearly stated that if it's true,not a fact,not a claim but a simple question which needs clarification from someone who does have knowledge on this matter first hand.

Is there any truth in this? I'm an  Expat Condo Owner since 2019 and yet all i hear is <deleted> and half truths and the frequent nonsensical rumbles in the Jungle.

Can some kind soul please enlighten me with some truth?

Usual trolls we get here when a serious topic is discussed. 

For a moment,i thought this was some stand-up comedy of the highest order...

Lets pray for Thailand,