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I received my new passport from the embassy in Bangkok in June, I then flew out to Phnom Penh at end of July (but haven't been back to the passport issuing country for a few years now).

I did this at Suvarnbhumi 11 days ago. I presented both PP's to the I/O, he then sent me to a desk where another I/O assisted me with completing a form for notification of new passport, taking a fresh photos/fingerprints, and putting new stamps in the new PP noting the carry-over from the old PP. It took a bit over 20 minutes to get it done.

If married to a Thai, could the 30 day visa exempt entry be extended for 60 days (instead of 30 days) for the purpose of seeing Thai family?

I had to do this for my wife 4 years ago. Back then the IMMI system accepted "Self Certified True Copies" so getting a copy notarised was not necessary. After uploading the scanned copies into the system she subsequently received an email from DFAT confirming that the validity of the 3 years visa had been transferred to her new Thai PP. We travelled to Australia a couple of months later under her new PP and there were no problems.

I recommend that you contact a broker to find the solution for you. Roojai has good reviews as a broker and I think they're been a Forum sponsor: https://www.roojai.com/en/car-insurance/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw-daUBhCIARIsALbkjSa1oCtShFloqsJRZ6ekH9gJueEkHjbbCt2J6p5NgD0kO-wlEspSkZoaAh7gEALw_wcB

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Lao PDR today (Sat 7th May 2022) announced a full re-opening, advising that fully vaccinated foreigners or Lao citizens carrying a vaccination certificate may enter Laos without any screening or testing for Covid-19 when arriving by land, air, or water. Non-vaccinated citizens of Laos, foreign citizens, or residents aged 12 years and over must take a Rapid Antigen Test (ATK) at least 48 hours prior to departure and present the results upon arrival. https://laotiantimes.com/2022/05/07/laos-drops-testing-for-vaccinated-tourists-announces-full-reopening/

No - I renewed my DL 10 months late last year, and the new DL was valid for 5 yrs plus a couple of months 'til my next birthday, i.e., the longstanding practise has been that renew after your birthday (i.e., the expiry date on the DL) and get 5 yrs plus the period to your next birthday, which typically equates to almost a 6 yr validity.

My Aust PP expires in Oct this year, and my annual extension at the end of July this year. I was planning to apply for a new PP later next month, but was unaware of the long waiting times for an appointment just to lodge the application. So I just checked the embassy website (at 10:30am this morning) to make a booking and I was surprised that the earliest appointment that the system offered wasn't too bad at just 2.5 weeks (Monday 9th May). It seems that their booking system is playing silly buggers given the inconsistency that some members have recently experienced.

Thanks Sheryl, I'll try South East Pharmacy which is a bit closer to home.

I've been using Anytime Mailbox for my overseas address and for opening/scanning my mail there and sending to me from Sydney to here in Bangkok. I note that they also have an affiliate in Bangkok that provides mail opening/scanning/email service from a Bangkok address: https://www.anytimemailbox.com/l/thailand/bangkok

My doc in Bangkok recently prescribed Pletaal pills (Cilostazol) for a blood circulation issue (recurring blue toe syndrome) that I experienced earlier this year. I discovered today that Boots Pharmacy just increased the price to 300 baht per blister strip (10 pills) which only lasts 5 days. So I'm wondering wether any members or moderators could suggest a cheaper generic alternative available in Thailand. Thanks

Get an independent inspection report done. Gauge the market price by doing some searches on the one2car.com website, and the same website can also arrange the inspection report if requested. Also check the 'reviews' of the used car dealer via google to assess his reputation.

Rocketsound in Rachadapisek Rd Bangkok also do sales & installation of Android screens.

Was the Moderna booster free there (at MedPark?) or did they charge for it; and were you required to make a booking or did you simply walk in?

Thanks for clarifying. My bill referred to it as just "moderate sedation".

I had my first colonoscopy done at Samitivej Sukhumvit earlier this month, following some symptoms experienced for a few weeks prior. It ended up costing me a bit more than I expected (more than 30K), but I was very happy with Dr Nathayut (Director of their Digestive Institute), and the nursing staff. The procedure it self took about 45 min but felt like only 10 min due to the anesthesia. He removed one benign polyp and noticed a bit of diverticulosis as well. By the way, prior to this my only other adult hospital experience to date had been at Mt Elizabeth Hospital in Singapore for kidney stone & renal cysts 15 years ago. The nursing and overall service there was appalling compared with the caring and informative experience at Samitivej in Thailand.

Seems he is developing a habit of destroying one of his cars every March. Although this month it's a set up from the Subaru that he crashed in Phuket last March. https://www.nationmultimedia.com/in-focus/40013796

The hats look fine.

Thanks matey. ???? Regarding the photos, they used to recommend a place near the old embassy in Sathorn Rd that knew the precise requirements, but I no longer remember the name.

My Aust PP expires in 7 months, and my annual extension in 4 months, so I plan to kick-off with the PP renewal soon. For your PP renewal, how long did it take from the date you submitted your renewal application to the date you received your new PP? I heard that earlier in the year it was a 6 week process, compared to the usual 2 weeks (in the pre-covid days)?

Dr Joy at Paya Dental Clinic in Gaysorn Plaza, opposite Erawan Shrine. I've been there a couple of times (most recently last year). http://payadentalclinic.com/index.php/contact-us