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Someone told me you can't get SSO coverage if you are a director. I have no idea if that is actually the case but they seemed pretty knowledgeable. Maybe ask at your local social security office and then report back here would be my suggestion.
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On 3/27/2025 at 8:39 PM, Etaoin Shrdlu said:
What is it that the insurers said they don't offer? Cover specifically for students or medical cover in general?
Not all non-life insurers offer medical insurance, and life insurers may not be keen to offer group cover for minors. Did you approach any medical insurers with your request?
Group medical cover for students. All of them offer accident insurance for students. I approached a few insurance companies such as AXA and a broker.
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11 hours ago, Etaoin Shrdlu said:
As long as the students and teachers meet the definition of a group as per the insurer's underwriting guidelines, I don't see why a such a plan could not be put together.
Have you already approached insurers and been turned down?
In any case, I'd recommend using an insurance broker to help you with this.
Some insurers said they didn't offer it so yes I have approached others but also looking on TV here to see if anyone else has any knowledge as an insurance expert or as a client.
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Personal accident insurance for students and third-party liability I can get everywhere. I am looking for health insurance for students at a school as well as staff. Maybe it's not possible currently but some underwriter could create a bespoke one for us.
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I am looking for group cover for a school for employees and students. Is this something medical companies offer? I know they offer it for staff but not sure if you can also get group cover for students (besides accident insurance).
Thanks in advance.
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18 hours ago, timendres said:
What I described was not a "renewal".
It is the process I went through for my first work permit, and the following extensions based on the WP.
Ok sorry for misunderstanding. How many days in advance did you come to Thailand before the start of your working contract (when you arrived on your non-immigrant B working visa) can you recall?
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1 hour ago, BrandonJT said:
You don't have to leave the country to ask a question to an embassy? That doesn't make sense. Look up the contact information for the embassy you would use and then contact them and ask them a question. Location is irrelevant.
Agreed but in my experience they are very slow at responding or sometimes don't respond depending on the question.
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1 hour ago, allane said:
Ask the Thai Embassy or Consulate you intend to use.
I would but I would have to leave the country to do that. I will ask CM immigration tomorrow to see if they know.
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34 minutes ago, timendres said:
Are you going to be obtaining a work permit?
If so, you must obtain an extension based on work permit before the Non-B visa expires.
To get the extension, you must complete the work permit process before applying for the extension.
You can apply for the extension within 30 days prior to the visa expiration.
It should not take more than a week to complete the work permit.
Mine was completed by my agent in 3 days, once the proper documents were in order.
So, the "around 60 days" seems like a decent estimate.
This is for the first non-B working visa not a renewal.
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Sorry I should have been more specific, I see that now. This is for the first non-B working visa that is issued to an individual by them obtaining it outside Thailand. They will then proceed to Thailand an apply for their first work permit.
Apologies for not being more specific. I cannot change the original post or heading now sadly.
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Does anyone know how far in advance a visa can be issued prior to the working date start as stated in the employment contract. I read "around 60 days" but can't see this anywhere officially.
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6 hours ago, DrJack54 said:
He cannot have two visas.
What does he currently have.
Very old thread touching on couple of points..
https://aseannow.com/topic/917753-two-jobs-legal-one-work-permit-or-two/
https://aseannow.com/topic/1188124-work-permit-for-second-employment/
Currently have a volunteer visa - was my post not clear on that? The shared threads do not cover this specific circumstance as they are both paid positions not a mix of volunteer and paid.
I think it's going to be a question for the immigration volunteers on Monday.... I also want to know if he can change from a volunteer visa to a working visa within Thailand, I am guessing not.
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I am going to immigration on Monday so I will ask one of the English speaking volunteers.
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1 minute ago, DrJack54 said:
Best plan.
Thinking immigration will want him to obtain a Non B to work at the uni job
I think so, logically to me that makes sense but will they still allow him to vounteer if he's on a working visa. This is THAILAND!!! The land of the illogical and confusion!
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1 hour ago, DrJack54 said:
He cannot have two visas.
What does he currently have.
Very old thread touching on couple of points..
https://aseannow.com/topic/917753-two-jobs-legal-one-work-permit-or-two/
https://aseannow.com/topic/1188124-work-permit-for-second-employment/
Thanks for sharing but my friend's circumstances aren't the same which is why I started a new thread. It's not an additional paid job. The existing one is voluntary supported by a volunteer's visa and work permit. He also, wants to take up a paid part-time role. I know two work permits arr required and that's not an issue, but I am unsure of the visa situation that is needed. I will go to immigration this week if nobody on here knows. Thanks for your reply.
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1 hour ago, DrJack54 said:
He cannot have two visas.
What does he currently have.
Very old thread touching on couple of points..
https://aseannow.com/topic/917753-two-jobs-legal-one-work-permit-or-two/
https://aseannow.com/topic/1188124-work-permit-for-second-employment/
He currently has a voluntary visa and work permit for that volunteer visa.
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I am posting for a friend.... 555 where have we heard that one before!
He is currently on a voluntary visa and is teaching voluntarily for a foundation - unpaid. He also has a work permit for this organisation. Now, he has been offered some part-time work for a school which will be paid. He will obviously, need to secure a separate work permit since they are specific to the workplace. However, what about his visa? If, as I suspect he must change it to a working visa, will he still be authorised to continue working for the foundation as an unpaid volunteer? Surely, he won't need two visas!
Thanks in advance.
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On 1/28/2025 at 6:24 PM, OneMoreFarang said:
Just in general about motorcycle shops. For many Thais and probably some or many farangs, the most important part is that it is cheap.
For some farangs, and it seems very few Thais, high quality service and high-quality material is most important.
So, one shop might be considered good by many people but that doesn't mean it is good for others who expect different things.
I.e. I have a bike which according to the manual should only use a few brands of expensive synthetic oil. In several of the official service centers they suggested cheap oil. I had to ask them specifically for the recommended synthetic oil and they looked at me like: why does this stupid farang want to pay too much...
Exactly!
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Any recommendations on a decent motorbike mechanic who can deal with things like cleaning transmissions and resolving issues. I was not impressed with the Yamaha main dealer and prefer a mechanic who knows his stuff and works for themselves as I find them to be more attentive. Should be able to hand manual and automatic scooters.
Does anyone have any good experiences? If so, perhaps you could share the location and contact details.
Thanks in advance.
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Most dentists in Thailand don't treat children. In the past we have been to Ram, Lanna, and McCormick hospitals but the waiting times can be long as they don't seem to have specific appointment times. We once waited at The Ram nearly 3 hours after being given an appointment time at the weekend. Needless to say that was out last visit. Also been to DentalWorld. The last one we went to was this one. We only had a check-up which was fine. Will go back there next time as I too haven't been given any recommendations.
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On 12/11/2024 at 5:01 PM, spidermike007 said:
What the government should be doing instead is sponsoring a program to encourage rice farmers to replant more progressive and more sustainable crops. The only thing rice farming is good for is to make sure that a relatively poor family stays poor for the rest of their lives.
It's a crop that has not made sense for at least half a century and it's horrific for the environment, if burning is involved. Same applies to sugar.
What would you encourage them to grow?
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2 hours ago, Bundooman said:
Decidedly petty and unnecessary remark from this poster.
Which poster? 555
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13 hours ago, Paul Catton said:
Thanks Paul. Funnily enough I have eaten here before, I had the biriyani.
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I used to buy some tasty samosas once a week at the Sunday morning market close to my home near Promenada. Now they have stopped coming.
Does anyone know where I can buy samosas early morning preferably near to me or in the city, Nong Hoi side not Chang Puek side...
Wondering if the are sold early morning on the Montfort Primary School road or at some markets...
Appreciate all suggestions for this and also rotis. I particularly like the ones with potato... I can't recall the name, the long fried ones with the potato in them. Does anywhere do these? Masala springs to lime but I could be wrong regarding the name. I used to eat them in Dubai.
Thanks in advance.
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Number of Days / Hours Taught at Schools in Thailand
in Primary & Secondary Education
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I understand that according to the Thai MoE, the minimum number of teaching hours in Thai schools (IB and International may have different regulations I am not sure) is 1,000 hours for primary and 1,200 hours for secondary schools. This covers the core subjects, student development activities, and electives.
However, provided this criteria is met it seems that the number of actual days taught can vary greatly from school to school. I have heard of some schools having just 177 days of teaching whilst most Thai government schools have 200. I was wondering if others could share the number of days being taught at their schools along with the number of hours per day to get some sort of overview.
If I am wrong about anything, please feel free to correct / inform me.
Thanks in advance.