PPGuy

This was in the earlier thread. https://coconuts.co/bangkok/news/free-vaccine-clinic-in-downtown-bangkok-to-remain-open-after-all/

A family member obtained this at the DLT in Chonburi. Seemingly the Banglamung location does not offer that service. This was a few years back so may have changed.

There was a period, about a year back, when transfers to BBk, even though 'long stay in Thailand' was selected, was shown as a local transfer. IME, that was the only period, since that specific purpose was introduced by Wise, that FTT was not shown by BBk. Wise do advise that such a designation is not guaranteed but it has, in the main, been consistently applied. So, it does make a difference, until it doesn't..........

Another article on the German proposal, from the UK Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/oct/26/germany-to-legalise-cannabis-for-recreational-use

I had an issue with Wise / my UK bank over a missing transfer about 2 years back. The email I used to contact Wise was their Support email - [email protected] - this was before their name change so likely just delete the 'transfer' part of the email. Eventually it turned out that the bank faster payments system had a glitch that caused the transfer to Wise not to be completed. It took a week or more to be resolved as my UK bank were insistent that the transfer did go ahead and Wise, similarly, could not trace any receipt. After many calls to my UK bank they finally admitted the problem was at their end and I received compensation for their poor service on the matter. Wise were excellent in the way they clearly investigated the problem and reported back to me in good time.

This smells to high heaven.........

Interesting that the German cyber security head was also in with the Russians. Not just the recent Chancellor(s) are heavily linked to [Russia]. https://www.dw.com/en/german-cybersecurity-chief-fired-over-alleged-russia-ties/a-63479838

This earlier thread may have some pointers. https://aseannow.com/topic/1167830-defaulting-on-credit-card-debt/ There may be some other similar topics is you do a search on AN (via google would be best).

Does that problem also apply to transfers into a multicurrency account with Wise, if you have one? That might fix the issue as Wise MC accounts accept transfers from other payers, you can then transfer to Thailand as and when needed.

This article gives some more detail on the tax impact on rental income but the basics match with your comment. https://www.hlbthai.com/thai-rental-properties-and-personal-income-tax/ But, as with all things Thai, caveat emptor.

Does that also apply to rental income?

This is a review of Diana Estate which might be of interest. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBrg_0O2D7w

The OP may have been referring to this topic from a couple of years back. https://aseannow.com/topic/1190377-thai-banks-now-charging-atm-fee-plus-a-5-transaction-fee/ The responses on that thread also seem to have debunked that comment.

Excellent information from @DannyS1951. Ref your point 7 on not expecting HMPO to make contact should there be a problem. My experience on that was positive in that HMPO did contact me by email, with no prompting from me, and the problem was quickly resolved. This was early last year and it concerned having 2no 'live' UK passports but only wanting 1no to be renewed (I had supplied full copies of both in the application process). The response was from 'SouthportTeam4' was was efficiently dealt with by the team member. As an aside, both current passports were needed to be cancelled at time of collecting the new one. Yes, just a sample of one and others may have negative experience, unlike mine.

Am located in East Pattaya and tend to delay paying PEA beyond their initial 'pay by' date. This is usually the 2nd of the month. If I delay by a few days I receive a chaser bill (dated 8th) that gives me to the 13th to make a payment. Not tried to delay any further than that to see what might happen next and when.............

If you can access youtube on your TV there is an 'Al Jazeera English Live' channel available, along with a number of other foreign news channels broadcast in english - DW / France 24, etc.

I renewed my UK passport with Key Visa early last year (local travel restriction were in place at that time). Cost was 5k baht service fee plus cost of new passport (paid via my completed credit card form). Good service but probably made easier with me being able to drop off and collect at their office. Per their current link, their fee remains at 5k baht.

With the GBP rate climbing above 43 decided to move some funds to my SCB account just now. Gave reason as 'General exps' and, as previously with this category, it arrived in seconds. Can only think that some of the delay issues noted up thread must be due to reason issues, primarily long term visa category use.

A Thai relative arranged a house loan refinancing recently. Used 'Thai Credit Retail Bank' (unknown to me previously) and was happy with both their house valuation and the rate offered. Previously had a loan with SCB but at a high rate. Should be noted that their scrutiny of salary / expenses and other o/s loans (credit cards, car loans, etc) was rather strict. I believe they need minimum of 2 years salary info. Took a couple of months or so to complete. Don't have info on the financials involved but might be worth contacting.

Look on the bright side. The GBP rate is currently 42.3470. If it remains at that or goes higher, when able to action an Imm transfer, will be a nice bonus. Every cloud..............

Maybe visit one of their Bangkok branches and enquire? https://www.aeon.co.th/aeon/services-location/?&language_id=1

Check out some of the recent videos by 'Everything Pattaya' He has a series on budget Soi Buakhao hotels. Includes some dumps but also a few decent looking places. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ct5qQDSbKpk

Had a similar issue recently. An iPhone 4 with working UK sim packed up and the repair shop suggested that I could get the sim cut to size to fit a new mobile. However had an old Samsung J6 and just inserted the full sized UK sim and works perfectly.

I recently applied for the DM Neo app and was accepted after passing the KYC process. The first transfer is free. They needed: Selfie Passport copy Copy of visa - I forwarded copy of my retirement extension Additional verification - I sent Thai licence front/back which had my Thai address, other options were noted The visa request stated need for >15 days validity. No requirement for work permit. This was all quite similar to the requirements when I registered for their previous app a couple of years back.

Yep, spot on. The average rate has increased to 5.54, up by about 15%. This from a monthly usage of 1,062 units giving a cost of Bt5,885. Running 3 a/c's most nights, so will need to get them serviced to have them operating as efficiently as possible. The currently cooler weather should also help.