Felton Jarvis

I had the same problem. I couldn't order anything because I kept getting arcane messages in Thai, which I couldn't read.

I can't seem to determine the exact address for this company. Did you say it was in Soi Buakow?

I heard from the guy at the agency you recommended and he seemed to be saying that I could pay 5000 baht, to have them process my passport renewal. It was difficult to talk to someone who seemed hostile and disinterested.

If you were NOT reported by the owner, how did Immigration know? The reporting process is how they get information. I used to travel with my girlfriend and we would rent rooms on her Thai ID. I was never asked for my passport, so there is zero possibility of trouble later from Immigration. Do you think they read minds???

The Philippines has been off my list for a while. Too many ways to end up in jail there. Adultery can get you locked up even when you did not know that the woman was married. You can thank the Catholic Church for this insanity.

I contacted Paul Aslett who did not seem to want to deal with it since he told me that I would not need their service. I just sent him another email asking about paying the balance of the 10 thousand baht fee. I don't know if he will answer me or not. He seemed rather arrogant. Good advice on your part, though. Thanks so much.

I got it from the American Embassy yesterday. It's not likely that it's old.

Okay, I submitted my 130 USD payment to the US Embassy for a new passport. Here is part of the email reply I received: "This payment does NOT complete your passport renewal application. In order to renew your passport, you must mail/courier ALL of the following items to the Passport Renewal Location indication in this payment confirmation. Please review the full instructions for completing the DS-82 U.S. Passport Renewal Application on the Embassy/Consulate's website. 1. An original, signed copy of your completed DS-82 U.S Passport Renewal Application form 2. A new 2 inch X 2 inch passport photo on white background 3. Your current expiring passport 4. A printed copy of this confirmation email 5. (Optional) A self-addressed, pre-paid envelope if you wish to have your new passport returned to you by mail The last item is confusing. HOW ELSE would I receive my new passport? teleportation???

There was no fee when I filed mine.

You are CORRECT!!!! I am both OLD and "full of worry". The situation here makes that a fact of life. Constantly changing rules at Immigration should give you PLENTY to worry about. Given the attitude at Immigration and the even WORSE attitude at the American and British Embassies, you have no end of things to worry about. They exist to create new problems for you.

I was a deejay. Not much video around in 1969. 😃

I was DEFINITELY "wasted" for a good portion of it. At 73, I only have a few regrets. 😁

I thought we boomers held the crown for laziness. 😁. Desk job since age 19.

Recent posts have mentioned that Jomtien Immigration want both TM30 and TM47 forms re-flied. Has this situation changed?

Previous posts have INSISTED that the Embassy has changed its rules and no longer does "in person" renewals. So WHICH IS IT????? Limited hours or NO in-person renewal appointments?

Possibly because they don't handle renewals for passports unless it is a passport for a minor. Probably don't accept payment by bank draft as they used to do.

Thank you VERY much. The price is right to avoid all the other insanity. I will give them a visit.

This service appears to be strictly for UK subjects. Does anyone know of a similar service for US citizens? Will this agency perform the same service for Yanks??

I wish they would do this. I am trying to help a Thai-American citizen renew her passport before I renew my own later in the year. It's confusing for her, even though she speaks perfect Thai. I never dreamed my own government would be making it difficult for me to renew my passport. I expect mindless bureaucracy on the Thai side, but this situation is intolerable and completely beyond the pale. What do Embassy officials DO all day? No stat declarations, no personal appointments for passport renewal...etc. They may as well admit that they are here to party and attend ceremonial dinners. Assisting citizens seems to be an afterthought. I'm lucky that I have a credit card or I couldn't manage to pay them, since cash seems unwelcome. The bank draft worked well the only time I used it, but they apparently don't accept THAT anymore, either.

That doesn't address the issue of the "endless loop". If I am not allowed to apply by mail, I can't finish the application (or even START it).

Is anyone else having difficulty with the Passport Renewal process at the US Embassy in Bangkok? They seem to be trying to route everyone into doing the renewal by mail. I have tried to do that but keep getting thrown into an endless computer loop that can only be terminated by backing out of the website entirely. I live in Jomtien, so it would be easier for me to do the renewal in person, but there is scant information on how to do that. My passport still has a year on its validity but the Embassy website process is so daunting that I question my ability to complete the process. I have never seen a more useless website in terms of the links provided that sometimes lead nowhere and even though I have a year to get this done, I am losing hope that I can get it done in person, which would be my choice. I suppose I could call them but a friend has already been told that the appointment has to be made online. When I keep getting thrown into the "loop from Hell", I question whether the site is working correctly. Any advice? I'm not interested in flames and insults. If you can't be civil, don't bother to comment. Again, what I want to do is make the application and pay in person, if that option is available.

I've been on and off Tramadol for years. I have noticed absolutely no withdrawal problems. This is pure drug mythology.

Of course, they don't like it. They like to pretend that Thailand is beyond criticism. The Chinese are even worse in that respect.

Nicest people that money can buy. 😄