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A friend of mine from Canada just had a similar experience. He used a law firm The Kingdom Law Group in Bangkok who were able to make a definitive and reliable check on any blacklisting. He was very satisfied with their service and the correct information they provided.

9 hours ago, BritTim said:

He will need to leave Thailand, paying the fine and receiving the one-year blacklisting from returning to Thailand. He is not being deported, so there is no rule that airlines or countries he flies to be informed in advance. It is probable that he would be prevented from checking in for a flight to Laos, but checking in to go elsewhere should not be a problem. On arrival at his destination (if not his home country) the immigration of that third country could decide to deny him entry based on seeing the stamps documenting his overstay and blacklisting. In most cases, though, as long as he is compliant with the rules for entry,, that country will admit him normally. The question is whether he would be in a position to stay there for a year while waiting for his ban from Thailand to expire. I would guess going to home country would actually be the most practical solution the majority of the time.

He is indeed being deported for overstay and therefore must return to his native country on the flight out.

When you are deported for overstay you must fly to your native country. Once there, you can then go anyplace you like except of course, Thailand.

59 minutes ago, chicowoodduck said:

Shirtless in Pattaya?  Most guys have NO Shame in this town....fat slobs walking all over the place in their tiny speedos.....disgusting on all levels.....should be some law where you can shoot the dumb fuc*ks on the spot....IMHO....??

Finally, a statement that makes good sense.

If you payed that kind of money, which by the way was much too much, he should get a standing ovation upon arrival.

17 hours ago, TallGuyJohninBKK said:

 

In retrospect, it would seem that choice was a pretty big mistake on his part, unfortunately.

 

Meanwhile, why is no one here asking -- why would Ukraine be deporting a U.S. citizen attempting to enter their country because he had, according to the poster here, a ONE day overstay on his prior tourist visa???

 

By contrast, if you have a tourist visa in Thailand and overstay by one day, you pay a relatively small fine at exit and go on your way. And AFAIK, having a one day overstay in Thailand now doesn't harm or impair your ability to come back later on a subsequent tourist visa...

 

So someone should be asking, what the heck is up with Ukraine?

 

A qualified attorney can have him on his way in a matter of hours. The Kingdom Law Group is an excellent firm that I have used in the past.

Usually  and I mean 99 per cent of the time  never discussed. Do not volunteer any information that is not required.

Pay attention to your passport expiration date and avoid this type of problem.

Renewal through the mail in Thailand is not a very good idea. Make an appointment and take yourself to the American Embassy. Quick & easy.

On 3/13/2017 at 10:35 PM, Phuket Man said:

Two pages of nonsense.

65,000 Baht gross monthly income is the requirement.

1000 % Correct... so simple yet, they are beating this thing to death! Apparently they have a lot of time on their hands.

This is very simple. Do you have income of 65,000 THB or more? If so, then you are good to go. You don't need to be a mathematician to figure it out.

The Philippines or Vietnam might be the places to try. Both have liberal visa regulations and the living is very reasonable. Both Hanoi and Ho Chi Min are great cities at bargain prices. The Philippines offer a great climate and hundreds of beaches. Have you tried to secure a retirement visa here in Thailand?

If you are a USA citizen it is a fairly easy process. Best of Luck

Had a similar issue. I have a retirement visa for many years. I went to K Bank at the Paragon and they told me I needed a work permit. Went across the street to K Bank Siam Branch and had zero problems opening a new account.The service was excellent and they were happy to accommodate me. Different branches have different requirements. I have also found that some bank employees are not versed in what is required for a foreigner to open an account so they just say you must have a work permit.There are many foreign friendly branches,I'm sure you will find one.

It clearly states the the 30 day extension on a tourist visa can be done only one time. In addition, at the time of application for the extension you must produce an airplane departure ticket within the next 30 days. A much better deal than the previous extension of only seven days.

If you have an account at Bangkok Bank in Thailand.You should be aware that they have an office in New York. You can transfer whatever you want to the New York Branch and BBK will transfer to your account in Thailand free. The only fee I pay is $3.00 to the BOA for such service. Cheaper than that you will not find anywhere. I have been doing it this way for years and have never encountered any problems.Expect the funds to be transfer to take 5-7 business days to reach your account in Thailand.

When I came to teach at Payap University in Chiang Mai in 1989 I had to sign a 2 year contract. They sent me the proper paperwork for the non-Imm multiple entry visa and I moved to Chiang Mi. They helped me find a house to rent, took care of my work permit, gave me free Thai language lessons, Free Lanna Thai culture and history classes. They paid my expense when I had to leave every 90 days and reenter with a letter stating they guaranteed me while in Thailand for the first year and gave me the proper paperwork to get my second non imm multi entry visa and took care of everything again.

 

I am now on a retirement visa and visit the University often. They just offered me a teaching job again but I like the retirement visa so cannot teach. They should allow qualified English teachers to work with a retirement visa. Lots of us retired teachers living here and we would be dedicated long time employees. What a shame.

I'm in the same position you are. I loved teaching,had plenty to offer my students in experience and ability. I possess a PHD in Law and certainly qualified to teach. Like you, I have a retirement visa and would love to return to the teaching ranks but as you say the visa rules that apply prevent.

I'm a retired attorney from Ft.Lauderdale,Florida. I live in Bangkok with my Thai wife who is an attorney here in Thailand. She has prepared numerous Pre-Nups. The document must be prepared in Thai and English text on the same pages when presented to the district office for approval.The cost varies depending on the number of pages required to be translated.If you have any further questions please refer them to [email protected]

A lovely piece of Benjarong ceramics. Famous and well known in and out of Thailand. An elegant gift that will take it's proper place in their home. Best place to buy is Chatuchak Market. Comes with a beautful silk covered box with lovely quilted lining. An array of beautiful colors.Depending on the size of the piece the price will vary,but for sure can buy a great looking piece for about 400-600THB including the gift box. I have personally given these types of gifts on many occasions and have always been well received.

So is your brain. Go to a dentist!!!

This should come as no surprise to anyone. I have worked in the Thai Governments Educational system as a teacher for six years.. I'm a retired attorney with a Juris Doctrate degree. I have been a teacher at the New York Police Dept.Academy in New York City. I consider myself highly qualified to teach at the high school level here in Thailand preparing the students for there university years. It is my opinion the problem with the farang English teachers here in Thailand is that 90% or more are not Enlish teachers or any other kind of teacher.It seems that every farang that wants to live in Thailand immeditely becomes an English teacher upon arrival.A week ago driving a taxi in the UK, today! an English teacher,a month ago selling clothes at a US department stoe, today! an English teacher. I have been there and watched so many incompetent ,ill prepared "Foreign English Teachers" who literally have zero teaching experience,nothing. Until the Thai government gets smart and starts to hire only qualified people to teach their students the problem will never be solved.Being ahead of Iraq is hardly something to be proud of.

I'm a retired attorney from the USA and have been living in Thailand for 10 years. I have had teaching experience being an instuctor at the New York Police Dept.Academy. I spent 5 years teaching English and Mathematics in the Thai government School System. Most foreign teaches have a 20 hour week and the salary is usually between 35,000-40,000 TB per month. Almost all the foreign teachers that work in the Thai educational system are hired thru firms who do background checks(?) and qualify the teachers. You cannot apply directly to the schools them selves and must go thru one of these companies. You are more than qualified to teach here.One of the big problems in the Thailand English speaking programs is that 90% of the 'foreign teachers are not teachers at all'. Most have zero teaching experience and not competant to be in a teaching posotion.

It sounds as though the Govt is pushing for a fight to start so they can go in and quell the disturbance? This way they won't look bad.

The Red shirts are beimg portrayed as protestors but have not breached the peace. However the Govt. appears to want to portray them as irresponsible. Up to date I haven't seen reports of this; oh the blood letting was a bit gross, but appears to be symbolic jesture.

Sounds more radical from reading TV and the comments of some posters.

"Their being portrayed as protesters"..What the h_ll do you think they are?..Start reading the news..