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Google translate can't.

There is. There is also the AOT limo service but some people, myself included, are happy with a taxi service.

Might be worthwhile printing out the details from the system anyway, that shows the embassy reference no. (unfortunately not the visa number itself), visa type, issue date and passport number. Better than nothing maybe.

There were reports earlier that there were signs indicating that these channels should not be used if holding a re-entry permit. Will be interesting to learn if that restriction has now gone.

As above, I also use Nord VPN. Never had any issue with a good reliable connection, whether I choose the UK or local servers.

You do have any idea what a 1 baht ring looks like? Hardly qualifies as Mr T, or Liberace.

Let's hope they are right about Jan 1 then, seems no other possibility at this time.

It seems it is well established terminology relating to bank account and reporting. It is not just a badly translated description of owing a home. Search "hold mail or in care of address" for lots of information, for example from HMRC (UK) below; For FATCA purposes If any in-care-of address or a hold mail instruction is discovered in the enhanced review of High Value Accounts, and no other address or indicia of residence are identified for the Account Holder, the Financial Institution must treat this as U.S. indicia and therefore as a U.S. Reportable Account unless it obtains a self-certification or other documentary evidence from the Account Holder to establish that the Account Holder is not a U.S. citizen or resident in the U.S. for tax purposes.

VOA is 15 days but seems not applicable. Why do they not simply apply for a (tourist) visa?

That's about a regular wedding ring, not exactly unusual.

For your frequent visits next year I'd get a METV. Laos joins the e-visa program at the end of this year so ought to be easy enough. And I'd try to get the same for Laos to avoid multiple visa on arrivals (unless you're exempt or already have something in place.

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Superrich;

It's needed, as it would be for any bank account.

Looks like I'm good to go, thanks again! " We require a photo identity, and you can use either your passport or driving licence for this. For the address proof if you do not have a utility bill, then a bank statement is absolutely fine. We just need to see the address and date part (this is to be dated within the past 3 months)."

I've sent them a message, thanks for your useful information.

That could be my downfall! I have only a valid driving license, maybe that would be enough.

In your opinion, are they any use for banks, NS&I, DVLA, HMRC, DWP?

Your maid charges you to throw away rubbish? I think a new maid is called for. If you live in a house you can bag them up and leave outside, 100% for sure someone will gladly collect them and not charge you.

If you want to use an ATM or use your card where it is not possible to make a cardless transaction with your phone (many places)

ATM withdrawals are 220 baht, same as any other non-Thai card. You get 2 free withdrawals a month but only up to a total maximum of £200, thereafter a 1.75% charge is made. So basically non-ideal for cash withdrawals. I only use the app and any verification requests come through that. You can also set up verification through an authentication app or also by text message but I never tried those. I don't see any e-mail option.

It has always been my understanding that the airlines follow the IATA advice rather than all making up their own rules independently.

You should be fine. You can refer them to the current IATA advice which states; "Visa Exemptions: Passengers with a British passport traveling as tourists or on business for a maximum stay of 60 days. Extension of stay possible for an additional 30 days."

Reads to me as if they are asking if you use a mailing address/PO box for the account, rather than a real bricks and mortar address in which case the answer will for most be no.

I suspect you did far more than is actually needed.