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Why wouldn't they? Is that in their FAQ? I signed up with Revolut from Indonesia years ago. Got my three total cards sent to my temporary address there by DHL, free of any charge (Metal Plan, which includes travel insurance, free NordVPN etc.). All as a Norwegian citizen. Have anyone tried to open an account while in Thailand? Maybe trying VPN?

In principle I agree. It's not the club's responsibility to be the judge before he is even charged. But you are spot on when you suggest he should have been sold, at least last summer when they had the chance. I've been a huge fan of this club since '71, and that will never change. Most of his alleged actions took place abroad as well, but those can't be brought up in a UK court as far as I know. Had it been a one time thing, I wouldn't be judging, but we have so much evidence here only in the UK, multiple cases, the recording evidence and more, so its hard to see that he would have a strong case. If he is aquitted in the end, it might be because they weren't able to charge him for what happened abroad. And that should tell us something. I've always loved the player, an extremely important player for the club, and I suspect that is the reason he still plays.

And this player has been in the regular starting lineup for his Premier League team since. I understand his name can't be mentioned here either? Anyway, his title contender club has shown nothing to address this situation. I know you are, and should be treated as innocent until proven guilty, but the evidence in these cases are overwhelming. Other players have been suspended for less than this. It's definitely not a good look for this London based title contender (third year in a row).

How much do they charge? 8000?

Mine has gotten from "you good heart" to "you no understand me". Don't even know when that shift happened.

Same as in Norway, and Scandinavian countries. It's the law saying if you live more than half the year in Thailand (or any country), you must pay taxes there. The DTA only makes sure you aren't double taxed. However, the threshold for not paying taxes on pension in Norway, is 260.000 NOK. Or 23.200 USD, 790.000 baht. It's obviously lower in Thailand, so if that is our income, and what we bring into Thailand, we will pay around 5-8% tax on that, depending on our deductions. Not much, but still some. And the TIN is definitely needed for us, if we have officially emigrated to Thailand, and reported the change of address. It all depends on which country you're from, and what your DTA says.

Yes, I wrote that a couple of posts back. He got it from Sogoodvisa yesterday, at the cost of 5000 baht. Fast and easy, Bangkok Bank. He also had account with them before, but it was closed years ago 😊 Btw, next on his list is Thai driver's licence. Any suggestions on a good agency? I did mine with TikTok Pattaya, but I already had motorbike licence in my home country. I hear Mots is good too?

He will do the 30 days extension, which gives him time to season the 800k for 2 months. He arrived monday this week. Money will probably be in his account tomorrow, Friday, he is using Revolut bank. Plenty of time left. He will do it without an agent, at least for now. Thanks again 🙏

Thanks, DrJack. He has now read all the posts here, and will try by his own. If any problems turn up, he will contact an agent. Btw, he got his bank account already, paid 5000 baht through an agent at Sogoodvisa. Fast and easy process. All is good. Thanks again 🙏

Yes. Locked up at IDC for 13 days around 15 years ago.. Not much has changed there since then, I hear. Not a place anyone wants to spend one day..

He is the opposite of cheap, he just want to be safe, doing the "right thing".

Makes sense, but the translation might be kind of confusing. Which type of visa can you apply for if you are currently on overstay? None. "If you have overstayed, you are not allowed to submit an application for this type of visa". The text makes no sense either way, since we can clearly say that this regulation hasn't been followed up much. Or else we would have heard more about it.

Seems his best option is using an agent then. Most likely to go through. About the 800k in bank, it might be an idea to ask a couple of more agents. Mots is mentioned. Mr. Singh is another one. My friend wants to have his bases covered in case it one day will be a crackdown on the 800k in bank. Unlikely, but who can be sure of anything. Again, thanks, guys.

Yes, thank you, I am aware, and I will give him all relevant information. Financially there is no issue. He was even considering the LTR visa. I think we have it all covered now, thank you all for your help and input.

Yes, thanks, we are aware. DrJack mentioned it too. It's still time for all that from this or even next week, he just arrived.

Yes, I think so too. I admit I did have overstay myself back around 2008 or so. I spent 13 days at IDC in Bangkok. A real hell- hole. I made a topic out of it back then. But I wasn't banned, and entered Thailand again shortly after. Have had no problem getting a visa based on retirement. This however is different, after the new rules of bans for overstay came in 2016, if I remember correct. But I very much doubt an overstay ban gets into your criminal record.

I'm just thinking if he is refused doing it by himself, it might not be as easy to use an agent afterwards. But maybe you're right. The issue here is that the firm he contacted has really scared him, so he wants to be on the secure side.

He had no issues. Wasn't asked. So all is good. Maybe the 5 years since his ban was over, made a difference.

I read that too. Why Jomtien has their own rules in this matter, only god knows. But 2 months will pass if he gets his extension as well. But yes, i would recommend an agent, and Maneerat is a good one. I can show him where, I have used them before. Thanks, DrJack 🙏

Thanks. He had an account before with Bangkok Bank, but it was closed after this long time. They charge a yearly fee if it's not in use, and when it's empty, they just close it. Yes, Maneerat is one of the best in Pattaya. Good recommendation.

Yes, it's insane. I thought he would have no problem too, but who knows. If he wants the security, I recommended using an agent.

Thanks, I was hoping you would answer. Jomtien office, he has just arrived, he will use an agent to open a bank account next week, and wire 800k. I can't imagine he will need an agent for the visa, but he wants to be sure, after he's gotten a really bad advice from a law firm.

He has been in contact with a law firm based in Thailand, with 22 years experience, who claims to be experts in these cases, who also claims that a previous overstay ban will be on his criminal record, consequently he will not be granted a longer stay visa. They charge a huge amount (150k baht) to settle this with immigration... I told him that a visa agent most likely would settle this for him.

My thoughts and advice too. Why take the chance? Thank you for your input.

Hi guys! Finally I've got my best friend to join my retirement in Thailand, but we do have one question: Has anyone experienced applying for a visa based on retirement after a previous overstay and entry ban? My friend overstayed 8 years ago, by 13 months. Paid his 20k fine at the airport, and got a 3 year ban from entering Thailand stamped in his passport. Hasn't been in Thailand since. Now he's back here on a 60 days visa exemption, and wants to convert to a 90 days non imm. O visa, based on retirement. With subsequently 12 months extensions, to his fully retirement. I believe a visa agent will do that without a problem, but will he have any issues doing it himself? He's got the money in bank option covered. Anyone with similar experience? Thanks 🙏