Stocky

I got my TIN from the Hat Yai revenue office today. They were somewhat confused when I didn't have a work permit. After some explaining and about 15 minutes of the clerk looking on the internet, I got a nod of the head and my application was processed. I submitted a completed application form, copy of passport ID page and current extension, plus a copy of the TM30. Friendly office, no queues, no English spoken.

Postponed until next year. Seems someone rethought the idea of starting this during the monsoon. But agreed, it will cause total chaos.

I took a job in Malaysia 30 years ago, Thailand was where I came to do my visa runs, I got to like the place so it became home.

Everything and anything

Lordy, the clue is on the tin! Invest in iCon - errr no thanks.

Not my experience. They accepted a bank statement as proof of address, and they've never demanded a certified copy of my passport. That's with HSBC Singapore. .

And the fact we have 8.2 billion humans living on the planet now, 40% of which live in coastal regions.

Trump wouldn't go that low!

I'd certainly agree that anyone holding to this sort of dogma in the 21st century shouldn't be allowed to hold the office of President of the USA

A high percentage of window lickers

Geologist - metals exploration and mining, not oil, mainly gold, some diamonds, base metals and industrial minerals. Worked on projects in Africa, Asia, Russia, Europe and South America for various exploration and mining companies. Working as a consultant the last twenty years, in my mid sixties now, but still take on projects that interest me. It get's me out the house for a few weeks per year and keeps the brain sharp.

Vodka more likely

Just about everything scan to pay with banking apps, big ticket items credit card, cash very seldom now. I only carry a few hundred baht in my pocket. .

I've never been in debt in my life, beyond the current balances on credit cards which I pay off in full each month. Both houses, here and in the UK, were bought cash, cars and bikes I've paid cash. I stick with the principle that if I don't have the money then I can't afford to buy it; it makes life simpler and I sleep easy at night.

No, the only arrivals card is now the digital one. https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/main Yes they require a flight number or other transportation number, but I presume if you're walking across the border it must accept 'on foot' or something equivalent if at a land border.