Khyron

We would like to have some cameras facing the street but have heard that it is illegal to do so. A friend texted my wife that showed a sign that you can put up stating you have CCTV cameras facing the street, apparently that makes it legal? I'm not so sure of that. Have any of you heard of this loophole or is it still illegal. Thanks.

That was the initial thought, that it was a scammer, my wife basically dared them to come over. That is why she gathered the Nieces to be a witness in case it was a scammer masquerading as a cop. I made sure they had ID, my wife kind of knew one of the cops, and he verified that was who he was. The assistant Puyabaan also came over as she had her bank account siphoned last year by a call center scammer. After the cops were verified, everyone had a good laugh and talked for about 10-15 minutes. I asked my wife if she apologized to the older cop for accusing him of being a scammer, that was a no. When we go to town again, we will stop by and apologize. The older cop did say to her that it was a good thing to be suspicious. This was NOT immigration, just local police. The other 2 falongs, not American, in the neighborhood didn't get a visit. I'm not paranoid, or a conspiracy theorist, just talking about an interaction I had and passing along the info.

No, KK is a super easy Immigration office from what I have experienced. No map, nothing of the sort. I am on Non-O.

Nope, a few others did though.

Three "Special Investigation units" from the local Amphur called, then showed up. Didn't look at any ID of any kind, showed me a list with about 30 other people on it, they asked if that was my name on the list. Nobody went inside the house, nor did they ask. Then they took a few pictures with me and the nieces and Aunts that came by to witness everything. They shot the <deleted> with everyone for 10 minutes and then went on their way. This morning I received another call from the Amphur police and they asked my wife if anyone came by to check. I guess the guys yesterday didn't report in yet or something. They asked if I was ok, and if I was I was planning on traveling, said I should try to keep close to home. Kind of weird questions. So we will see. Hopefully it is as you say, a box checking exercise.

see my latest post.

Another guy on FB also had a visit today, same thing. The info they told him was that they were checking Iranian people and Americans for a welfare check. That seems more like it, The Gov't wants to make sure that nobody is going to fight one another. I have no beef with anyone because of where they come from, their government isn't them, and vis versa.

Near Chumpae, in Khon Kaen jungwat.

A few minutes ago, I received a call from an unknown number. Thinking it was Immigration coming to do a spot check, I answered. The first call was a woman speaking Thai, I didn't understand what she said, and I heard other people laughing in the background, she hung up. A few seconds later, same number calls, I pick up and they say "Hello, this is the police". I immediately give it to my wife, she asks them who it is, they say the police, and they are in the Ampur (the correct one, strangely enough) and want to come and investigate all falongs. They then ask what is the address, she starts yelling at them about they should know where we are and how they are a scam center and such. They just laughed all through her tirade and said they were coming anyway, she said come on, you should have our address. Well 30 minutes later, 2 special investigation police from our Amphur show up, we were shocked. Before they came over, my wife called the Puyabaan assistant, a couple of nieces and her Aunt to come as witnesses. The cops all took picture with me, showed me a list of people they were going to visit today. They were very polite, and my wife kind of knew who one of the cops were, so they were legit with ID's and all. I asked why they were here and was told to ensure that I and other Americans weren't going over to fight Iran. (Weird) I am almost 60, so no problem there. My youngest niece (13) was annoyed with them, and they got an earful from the ladies who showed up. All the ladies took pictures of their ID's, the license plate and such. I am a bit concerned as they knew where we are building a new house, only the Orbator and Puyabaan know, or so we thought. I have nothing to hide, but I have never been on any official radar before, so a bit disconcerting. Anyway, be prepared. It looks like they were tasked to do this by Immigration.

I am not sure of some areas, but our town has had the same Puyabaan since 2012. The reason is since that last election in 2012, the government allowed them to hold the office until they resign or die. Our Puyabaan has gotten complacent unfortunately, under 40, drinks all day, doesn't to do much else unless the Orbator says something to him. Most don't care for him, but nothing to do about it. My Sil said she read on a Thai news source that they are doing away with that, maybe thats why he looks annoyed lately? Has anyone heard of that happening? If so, that would be great.

The one in our small town in Isaan is being changed around too. It isn't a big one at all, but not a mini big C either. They moved the aisles around, along with where the items used to be. They also have different items then they had before, my Muesli cereal is gone, hopefully they bring it back when they are finished upgrading. The 20 baht store in the parking lot was kicked out, the shoe store inside was also vacated. the only thing left is the gold shop and True/dtac store. The Big C is always busy, so no danger of it closing down.

Gavin will "attempt" to run in '28, but his absolute mismanagement of California will bite him during the democratic debates. The "Train to nowhere", Covid hypocrisy, crime, Immigration, and having the 4th largest economy in the world and having a budget shortfall isn't going to endear him to anyone. This is just icing on the cake. For transparency, I am a registered Republican, but they left me behind decades ago. I have voted Red and blue and independent and am still a resident of Ca after I moved here, so I am not bashing him for his party, just his <deleted>show.

I have been burned by third party booking in the past. When they are overbooked or some nonsense, the people who booked directly with the airline, vs booking sites, they give priority to the direct bookers. When it is cancelled or delayed, you can deal direct with the airline, and not be on the phone with someone with the third party companies. I guess you could buy a new ticket with the airline, and then get refunded by the other agencies, but that is an unneeded hassle. The few extra coins saved isn't worth the peace of mind of dealing direct.

My wife was just saying earlier today that she wasn't going to vote, as whatever party she votes for gets disqualified anyway. When we got home, she looked at her youtube news, Pita was doing his song and dance, so now she will be voting again. I am sure she wasn't the only one re-energized by his "return". I guess he has been teaching at Howard University for a bit, and I said to her, "You vote conservative republican in the states, absolutely despise liberal dems, but your favorite ex-candidate is teaching at a very liberal black university, and his politics are the same." There was no answer, crickets. 😄 I thought it was funny, seeing the realization on her face.

I posted my experiences for people who are a bit apprehensive about doing it by themselves, I am a bit longwinded, but I like to include all the details. I included the forms needed for my immigration in the above post, other immigration locations are slightly different. Banking experience was included above, I just needed my passport.