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Finally got my account changed. Never got a reply from Manila after 2 months and no one ever answered the phone after continuously calling international operations for a few weeks. Did get in touch with someone from the main social security number but they told me they couldn't do anything I have to go through Manila. Called again a few times until I found someone sympathetic and the agent told me she would send my account information to international operations but after checking my account was not changed. Called again the other day and found another sympathetic agent who said she would change the information for me. This whole process took a few months quite unbelievable

I sent an email to social security Manila to update my new bank account but one month later no response and a second email was sent. I tried many many times calling social security international operations and no one answers. There's a toll free number for US embassy Manila but social security changed their phone number not free anymore. At this point I don't know what to do anyone have any suggestions.

I changed my banki for direct deposit of my monthly check. What is the process of updating the banking information. I called the social security office and they said have to contact the Manila office, I sent them an email yesterday,. Is this the correct process and how long do I need to wait for the information to take effect

Yes I am a US citizen and used to live on Guam before coming to Thailand had an account with Merrill Lynch but they stopped doing business with Thailand then transferred over to Raymond James and now the same stop to do business in Thailand so I'm looking for another option they did give me the option of keeping my account but only as a managed account at 1% charge. So I prefer to change to another firm rather than pay the 1%

I have an account with Raymond James and got an email that they are closing their Thailand accounts but one option is to change it over to an ambassador manage account for 1% charge does anyone know of alternative firms that will accept an account from Thailand anyone else have an account with them or other firms you can suggest

Can someone please recommend where to have cataract surgery in Bangkok and cost. Was diagnosed with cataracts at government hospital I' was given an appointment for surgery in 2 years. I can't wait that long.

I had a MRI and the doctor saw some abnormalty in a small area of the prostate and wants to investigate if it is cancerous or not to avoid further complications in the future. Had a turp operation for a large prostrate about 10 years ago With the same doctor and now I have a 5-year-old son. As you all know the prostate grows back again so I'm back with a large prostrate without symptoms but just started taking Finisterre again.

Is this procedure done with a endoscope through the penis or the rectum

Anyone have experience with prostrate biopsy. What is the procedure like, is it painful and how about recovery. After having an MRI scan it showed an enlarged prostrate and small area that may be cancer. So the doctor needs to confirm.

I have a 6:20 a.m. flight and would like to make my re-entry permit before the fight early morning. Anyone have any experience making a re-entry permit early morning at Don Meuang airport

I have another question. How about doing the 90 day report online with the new passport data. Anyone have any experience and Will they accept the new passport information.

Thanks for All the replies and advice. But still not clear from the replies.Do we need to transfer the Visa stamp to the new passport or is it optional to keep it in the old passport and carry two passports when departing and entering the country .

What is the process of transferring a Visa to a new passport. Is there a form I need to download for this and can I make an appointment or walk in only.

I didn't understand the same as you so I sent an email to the embassy and they clarified. You put all the documents and your passport in a envelope then go to the Post office and send it to them preferably EMS or register mail so you can track it. They will send it to the US and when the passport is received by the embassy they will send you an email and a tracking number from Thai post. The embassy didn't notify me when they received my documents so I sent them an email to confirm they received it. So I am waiting for my passport

I received the confirmation email and I checked the status and it hasn't been approved yet

90 day report online

How long does it normally take to get a reply after reporting for 90 day report. It's been one week since I did my report but as of yet have not received a reply.

rabas . do you have the fax number to send form 7162 . I would like to fax it also

I received mine also and mailed today via airmail. Last year sent it by airmail and the second one registered and as far as the tracking never got there. But the regular airmail one was received.Got a receipt when I sent it today and it says us social security on it so I'm wondering is this receipt good enough for proof it was sent

Anyone have experience renewing your US passport in Bangkok. Is mailing to the embassy the only option these days or can you still submit your passport in person at the embassy. If mail is the only option how to survive without your passport during the processing as the passport is needed for many things such as going to the hospital. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Been taking losartan 50 mg for about 2 weeks for high blood pressure and having some terrible side effects feel weak chest pain tightness and overall lousy feeling. Feel like I have pressure when I'm walking.Tried stopping for one day and felt much better but the second day got chest pain so I started again as it says from the internet cannot stop abruptly. Anyone have experience taking this drug and any advice would be greatly appreciated

I am on a one year type o retirement Visa that's been extended for many years. Thanks for all the information and I see have to get a re entry permit.

I am going out of the country with a retirement Visa that will expire the end of the month. Do I need to get a reentry permit with two weeks left on the Visa after returning. If I do not get the re-entry permit what happens the free entry permit what happens when I return.

Is the first reading more accurate or the second. Do you normally take more than one reading.

What is the blood pressure range that medication is necessary. My blood pressure after a second reading averages about 135 but first reading sometimes around 145 average. My doctor a general doctor prescribed blood pressure medication because when I go to the hospital the pressure can go up to 150. So he prescribed medication for me. But I've been checking my blood pressure at home and its not bad He told me that the new standard is about 120 for a normal blood pressure. Anything over is considered hypertension. How high was your blood pressure that you were prescribed medication. I haven't taken the medication as I am still checking my readings and I am not sure I need medication. Any thoughts? Also my cholesterol and sugar is very good