Smokey and the Bandit

Thanks, looks like its the same issue!!

For the past few years I have been using WISE to transfer funds for general expenses from my UK account to my Thai TTB (formerly TMB) using WISE. I have never had a problem, the funds go thru in seconds usually and end up in my TTB account , via KBANK.(Kasikorn) Yesterday i attempted to transfer funds and received a message from WISE....'We cannot send to this recipient, the recipient bank currently does not support cross border remittances' So I contacted WISE and queries this, I received a message... "I understand that you're trying to set up a transfer to your Thailand Bank TTB, but you received an error message enabling you to send transfer the funds. Unfortunately TTB Bank (TMBThanachart Bank), is no longer supported due to payment system upgrades in Thailand. However', you can transfer your funds to Thailand the the following recipient banks: Bangkok Bank Public Company Kasikorn Bank Krung Thai Bank Siam Commercial Bank CIMB Thai Bank Bank Of Ayudhya (Krungsri bank) Kiatnakin Phatra Bank" TTB bank confirmed after May 6th they no longer accept WISE transfers due to new compliance requirements. I just so happen to have a Bangkok Bank account which still does accept WISE transfers so its not really a problem, unless they change the rules. So really 3 questions, if the funds are going into KBANK first then its sent locally to TTB why is this a cross border remittance? Second will other Thai banks be changing their rules, I know that's a tough one but has anyone heard anything? Thirdly what other platforms can be used to transfer funds to Thailand from the UK? https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1630843158387892224/S9qBPG_P_normal.png due to new compliance requirements or a decision to restrict transactions from certain remittance platforms. https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1630843158387892224/S9qBPG_P_normal.png

Yes, an article from the Telegraph........ "Analysis: Biden had many enablers but his wife Jill was the worst of all" https://www.yahoo.com/news/jill-biden-ran-white-house-200234375.html

No its the correct Georgia... Georgia, the former Soviet republic (not the U.S. state). While personal use and possession of small amounts of cannabis (up to 70 grams) are legal in Georgia due to a 2018 Constitutional Court ruling, cultivation, sale, distribution, and importation remain illegal. Bella May Culley is in prison because she was arrested at Tbilisi International Airport on suspicion of smuggling 14kg of cannabis, which included 34 sealed packages of marijuana and 20 packages of hashish. This quantity far exceeds the legal limit for personal use, and she faces charges for illegally purchasing, possessing, and importing a large amount of narcotics. Under Georgia’s strict drug laws, such offenses carry severe penalties, potentially 20 years to life imprisonment. She was denied bail and is detained in Tbilisi Prison No. 5 pending trial.

Cannabis is not fully legal in Georgia. Personal use of small amounts (up to 70 grams) of marijuana is decriminalized, meaning possession for personal consumption is not a criminal offense but can result in administrative penalties like fines or community service. However, cultivation, distribution, sale, and importation remain illegal and carry severe penalties. For instance, smuggling or possessing large quantities, as in the case of Bella May Culley, can lead to charges with potential sentences of 7 years to life imprisonment,

Like some AN members.....

Absolutely, until that happens and i don't think it will, these 'protests' will continue!

Well its a start, but....a long way to go!!

Why does it seem London is the epicenter for all these demonstrations? Similar thing with the Palestine/Gaza protests.

Neither side clearly needs the other more—it’s a stalemate. The U.S. faces higher prices and supply chain chaos without China, while China risks job losses and economic contraction without U.S. market access. China’s trade diversification and political resilience give it an edge in enduring pain, but the U.S.’s consumer market is a bigger stick than China’s export reliance.

I though 'hotels' took a copy of the 'guests' ID card for this very eventuality?

More good news!!

When leaving at BKK airport thru the auto gates, you do not receive a stamp, so one can assume that if they had auto gates for foreigners entering it would be the same, no stamp. Problem is when you need to do your 90 day report many people rely on the passport entry stamp. Of course no other countries have 90 day reports?

Absolutely agree with you, although the Thai authorities might look on it a little differently!

Maybe, just maybe you are overestimating the intelligence and or ability of the customs/police officials?

You just beat me too it..good one!!

The 24,000 figure has been called misleading by BBC Verify and others because only 26% (6,339) were enforced returns. The majority being voluntary, with many leaving without direct government action, undermines the narrative of robust enforcement. The establishment narrative celebrates the 24,000 returns as a win for Labor’s border security strategy, but this glosses over critical flaws. The reliance on voluntary returns, many of which occur without government intervention, inflates the figures and masks the ongoing influx of small boat arrivals. The £3 billion hotel cost, unchanged despite high-profile returns, underscores a systemic failure to address the asylum backlog or shift to cheaper accommodation. Labor’s centrist approach—balancing enforcement with international cooperation—lacks the bold, visible action needed to counter Reform UK’s populist appeal. Starmer’s government risks losing more ground to Farage if it can’t deliver tangible reductions in migration and associated costs before the next election.

Well immigration for a start. Labor promised to end hotel use but has seen a net increase in hotels (from 213 to 220 by January 2025). Efforts to reduce costs include clearing the backlog and increasing dispersal accommodation, but costs remain high High spending on asylum hotels (£3 billion annually) fuels voter discontent, especially among working-class and Brexit-supporting communities who see it as a misuse of taxpayer money while domestic issues like the cost-of-living crisis persist. This perception strengthens anti-immigration parties like Reform UK, contributing to Labor’s declining support Labors decision to reduce the, cut, the winter fuel payment for pensioners has been highly controversial Labor’s budget, criticized for raising taxes and increasing borrowing costs, has been blamed for economic slowdown, higher inflation, and business closures. The International Monetary Fund’s warning about Labor’s policies pushing UK inflation to the highest in the G7 has fueled perceptions of economic mismanagement. Starmer’s campaign promises, such as no tax rises, were perceived as broken when taxes increased post-election. This has eroded trust, with voters feeling misled about Labor’s economic plans.

Love the sarcasm...good one!!

Well one hing is for certain, he CANNOT be any worse than what the UK has now for P.M!!

Yes, about time!!

There are only 'Liberal' Judges and 'Conservative' Judges!!

I have stayed in 5 stars in many countries, also a 7 star in Dubai, whats your point?

Absolutely 100% correct, but now we a transgender judge taking the Supreme Court to to the ECHR!! I know its slightly off topic, but relevant I think! "Dr Victoria McCloud, who stepped down from court last year, said the judgement and equality watchdog's new guidance violated her human rights and she felt "contained and segregated". https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9qw2149yelo

Seriously dude, don't like it don't read it! 🙄