PPGuy

Is this the guy? A Brit in the Philippines. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14456443/I-high-flying-HR-boss-Im-homeless-Philippines-jungle-fighting-life-rotting-foot-Brits-life-unravels-stabbed-girlfriend-infected-Mpox-lured-botched-exorcism-begs-UK-help.html

Viewing the videos of this youtuber is rather enlightening. But not in a good way......

'Oh what a tangled web we weave, when first we practice to deceive'.

My recollections of that area are rather different, albeit that was from the 90's when I was working at a construction project in Kelantan for about 7 years. I would travel to Tak Bai on many weekends to stay at the Tak Bai Lagoon Resort and found the location and the people to be rather peaceful. The subsequent happenings obviously had an impact on the security in the area. I understand that compensation of Bt7.5m was paid to the families for each death and lower amounts for those injured. Goes without saying that no level of compensation would cover for such a loss, especially given the horrific nature of the event. As for the lack of accountability..........he topic comments cover that aspect.

Not sure if this has been posted previously but this link shows the locations/views from a number of CCTV cameras around Pattaya. Primarily of the status of the traffic but also some views of the 'hotspots', albeit from a distance. Fairly decent quality pictures. https://ioc.pattaya.go.th/live-cctv

Laos is not on the list of countries where an increase to the UK State Pension is applicable.

I had similar 90 day reporting issues after travelling overseas during May. This was my 1st trip for about 6 years and had been reporting online with no hassle previously. That changed with the overseas trip and, having read through the recent posts I had resigned myself to making a trip to Jomtien. Last week was the deadline to report and I decided, at the last minute, to make use of the services of a well known agent on Soi 13/2. So, paid Bt100 and collected my passport / 90 day report a day or 2 later. For me, definitely the best option and, hopefully, I am now back on track to make use of the online reporting portal.

Came across this guy's videos recently. His facial expressions just add to the experience of the incredulity of the responses.......

Similar issue with my normal UK bank to Wise to BBk transfer as noted by other posters. Sent my usual 65k on Monday prior to 9am Thai time and advised to expect receipt at 14.13 same day (including email confirmation). With usual caveat of 'may take up to 2 working days....' whereas advised day of receipt has always been the actual date of receipt for a number of years with similar transfers (retirement purposes). Not received on the Monday but did land on Tuesday at around 14.00. Delay of no concern to me but does suggest a change in BBk account credit actions, temporary or otherwise.

Bit of light relief.

The final few overs of he final were epic. That boundary catch was unreal and the last couple of overs from Bumrah prevented SA from reaching what should have been a fairly simple target of a run a ball over the last 5 overs. I was in Ahmedabad in May on business and arrived there on the evening of the IPL final. The traffic was horrendous, more so than usual, and only realised the game was being held there when I eventually reached my hotel from the airport. They do like their cricket......

Being over 70.........that's WHAT!!

Certainly in northern parts of India. I was in Gujarat for a week on business and returned on Friday. The temperatures were in the mid to high 40's the whole time I was there. Ahmedabad was brutal. Flew back via Delhi and the Thai Airways flight was packed, an A330, and having a 3 hours delay didn't help with the poor airport experience. Immigration and security checks being a PITA. Getting back to BKK and being able to use Fast track due to age qualification was bliss. India? If not for work issues I would keep well away. Coming to Thailand for the Indians must be a real joy on all fronts....

https://youtu.be/drISPotbfiY?si=MkN8zwxhbnXM401Q New service from Bangkok to Samui. Looks good.

Oh for a time machine..... Was in Pattaya for about a year in total during 1990/91 and this video brings back many great memories.

Who said Finns don't have a sense of humour.......

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=We5S2JoVS70&t=254s This is a link to a recent TNT youtube local news video. Tim Newton, the presenter, confirms that he knew of the guy, who called himself Peter Smith, and he had been working in Phuket for a number of years. For those interested, he will be giving more info on his Saturday video.

Seems like a posters request for a follow up has been answered......... https://www.thaipbsworld.com/russian-tourist-on-pha-ngan-island-accused-of-pregnant-woman/

As expected, the Daily Mail is not shy at reporting on this........ https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13112527/british-tourists-thai-transsexual-prostitute-brawl-stabbed.html

Maybe they were past members of the Queen's Own 'Cameroonian' Highlanders.......

I have used Thai Euro Law Office for a number of years for services of their registered NP. Latest was around October 2023. They have always charged me Bt500. They are located opposite to the side entrance to Big C next to South Pattaya Road, close to Sukhumvit Road. Near to Key Visa office / B-Quik service centre.

There have been previous reports that those in receipt of pensions from Norway, normally taxed in Norway, can have this tax waived if they can show they have declared this income in Thailand and paid paid any Thai taxes due on that income, even if the Thai tax computes to less than the calculated Norway tax. That is under the terms of the DTA between Norway and Thailand. https://aseannow.com/topic/1047340-is-retirement-income-subject-to-income-tax/page/2/ (post near top of pg2) I recall seeing comments from those in receipt of pensions from Norway who do file their tax returns in Thailand showing pension income. No idea if this applies to pensions paid by other countries.

Property loans are easily transferred between loan companies by way of updating chanotes at the Land Office and concurrent settlement of outstanding loan balance. The Land Office has to be fully satisfied before they will agree to any updates on the chanote, with the agreement of the original loan company, and no loan company will agree a loan if they don't have sufficient collateral, or full title if on a Kai Fak basis, to cover their loan. Very simple process.

Bit of a pickle, but there may be possibilities of a refinancing deal although the ongoing legal action may make that problematic. Updating the chanote / exchange of funds is a simple process at the Land Office so, provided the Government Organisation gets paid in full, including all costs, and the legal action is confirmed as discontinued, it may be possible. My family has used this finance company for a recent refinancing: https://www.thaicreditbank.com/th We found them reasonable to deal with but they did need full financial info/pay details, which seemingly may not be an issue for your wife. Obviously the current legal action may be a show stopper but worth a try, i would say.