Powertrippin' immigration Cops at DMK

[CH1961]

4 hours ago, Tayaout said:

I jumped the rope once while on a visa run

You are a hero ????

[Nanaplaza666]

16 hours ago, Mr Dome said:

How to follow rules you don't even know exist, is the question, no?

 

The fact that they had to dig around to find something (else) shows that even for official Thai standards in their little fiefedom this would not have sufficed and isn't an officially recognized rule.

 

If you're prepared and know the real rules, you have ruled luck pretty much out, I would say.

There is a zig zag line and you don't know you cannot go under there ??? You say you cannot follow rules that don't excist ??? What does that zig zag line mean in your country ??? I think you are dumber then you look if you don't know that you cannot go under there empty or not , be happy it's empty then you can keep on walking without waiting in line . I think the only direction they had to bring you was out of the country if you don't understand simple rules like this , she totaly was in her right to drill you . If the zig zag line was full of people would you have gone under it as well ??? NO . So you know damn well it's a rule not to go under it . You got what you desurved .

[Dumbastheycome]

5 hours ago, Chazar said:

Really so when I enter the fasttrack lane at the Airport why is there a  sign for Monks  to also use this lane for free...............normal procedure  eh

For free? Monks are provided that option in order to alleviate the discomfort many experience when crowded into close proximity to a Monk. Especially women. The procedure at the desk in  Fast Lane differs ?

[Jimbo53]

16 hours ago, melvinmelvin said:

I think you might experience <deleted> sheit then? at several airports in Europe,

 

I would fully expect similar IO attitudes if this happened in the US

 

I ..being a shortass,have ducked under tapes on empty lanes numerous times ìn the West,without any hassle,their only there to keep an orderly queue when busy,nowhere does it say you cant deviate from that when the lanes are empty.

[noone223]

Also done it everywhere in the world. NEVER had an issue.

 

1st Fact is Thailand has become abusive towards its own population and foreigners alike.

2nd fact is, there's plenty farangs here in these forums - that always try to blame their fellow farangs.

 

 

[Kinnock]

With the increasing number of visitors from India, the IO's will need to develop a more flexible attitude to queueing styles.  Ducking under zig zag barriers when there's nobody else there will be the least of their problems.

 

 

[ratcatcher]

16 hours ago, JHolmesJr said:

I did not know this....I am sure I have done the ducking under tape to save walking....no repercussions.

    ?

[Just Weird]

16 hours ago, yogi100 said:

They do not wan't us here, that's obvious by the increasingly aggressive attitude and surliness of IOs in Thailand's airports. 

That's just a ridiculous assertion; millions of visitors arrive here every year and are stamped in with no issues!

 

16 hours ago, yogi100 said:

A pal of mine was given the same treatment by an angry loud mouthed female IO for no reason. She tried repeatedly to get him to admit he was working in the LOS. 

What was the reason for him giving her suspicion that he may have been here to work?  

 

 

 

[Just Weird]

18 hours ago, Mr Dome said:

So, there you have it. Don't duck under the stretch tape even in a completely empty section.

Most people wouldn't even consider doing that, the system is there for a reason. 

 

As you were not the only passengers heading for Immigration, perhaps their concern was that hundreds of others would follow your example (as the two behind you did) with chaos ensuing?

[Just Weird]

16 hours ago, Mr Dome said:

The other two were in their 20's, I'm in my 50's, long sleeves & pants, no tats, look like a nerd ...

...and ducking under several tapes designed to keep order when walking through them (like everyone else does) would have taken you a few seconds.

[Just Weird]

16 hours ago, Mr Dome said:

I didn't blame anyone, I gave a helpful hint

Really?  Sounds very much like you were blaming the female IO for your self-imposed delay and interrogation.

[Thaidream]

52 minutes ago, Jimbo53 said:

..being a shortass,have ducked under tapes on empty lanes numerous times ìn the West,without any hassle,their only there to keep an orderly queue when busy,nowhere does it say you cant deviate from that when the lanes are empty.

Absolutely correct-  this is not a security issue but a line to keep order. Since no one was ahead, there was no real issue.  

 

The IO's reaction was uncalled for and it shows the complete lack of training and proper decorum of many IOs in Thailand.  Incidents have been reported before- with surly IOs acting improperly; thowing documents and passports and creating an unprofessional atmosphere/

 

This incident will be reported on social media and people all over the World will come to the conclusion that Thailand is not a welcoming place.   It will disuade some people not to come.   

 

All the IO had to do was in a normal tone of voice ask the visitors to not cross the tape- or put up a sign saying remain in the line.

 

It's rather ironic that the Op was coming for a Buddhist course, because the IO's in question  surely were not following the teachings of Budhism which Thailand insicates is their State Religion.

 

IMO a disgusting display of arrogance by the Ios who should be reprimanded and sent home.

[Just Weird]

Some posters should be ashamed of themselves, using degrading slurs to refer to certain IOs as "toms", "lesbians", "angry, loud-mouthed female", "rude, ignorant pigs", having "short hair", "high testosterone" or "PMT" with no justification to do so.   There's even a rule about it here!    

 

Attitudes such as those do show and can be picked up by IOs, good luck to them if they see it and treat you with the contempt that you deserve.  They don't have an easy job and clowns deliberately messing around with the IB's system or insulting them won't be looked at kindly.

[shy coconut]

16 hours ago, jackdd said:

Just some of the posts where she was mentioned, there are many more:

 

 

This does arouse suspicion in me as to the authenticity of the OP.

 

Seems to have many contentious points planted to generate appropriate outraged

replies!!

[shy coconut]

16 hours ago, Mr Dome said:

 

Most can handle it fine.

 

It's about this one IO with the short hair and high testosterone.

 

If you use your job as an excuse to step on people and to rage at them because you can get away with it, you're just an AH.

 

Not saying these don't exist in the west also. BTW, I have nothing but good experiences with US IO's.

You might have a problem with US immigration if you have them a bunch of

Dollars covered in some white powder after taking a short cut to their booth.

[Just Weird]

5 hours ago, legend49 said:

And the Thais who rely on tourism wonder why tourists are not coming here any more.

Tourists aren't coming to Thailand anymore? Really?  What about the millions who are still coming here, why are you forgetting them?

[Just Weird]

1 hour ago, Jimbo53 said:

,their only there to keep an orderly queue when busy,nowhere does it say you cant deviate from that when the lanes are empty.

Nowhere does it say that you can, either.

[Max69xl]

17 hours ago, yogi100 said:

They do not wan't us here, that's obvious by the increasingly aggressive attitude and surliness of IOs in Thailand's airports. 

 

A pal of mine was given the same treatment by an angry loud mouthed female IO for no reason. She tried repeatedly to get him to admit he was working in the LOS. 

 

She let him in eventually but it shook him up. People wanna relax on holiday not have to keep worrying when they are going to be the target of some rude, jumped up petty official. But it's at the discretion of these people and their word is final. You can do nothing about it.

 

They can pick on anyone any time. I don't even know if they'll even let me in next time and I have an O Visa that runs out just after my next trip. 

 

It will make many folk think twice about forking out thousands of Pound, Dollars or Euros on fights and hotels if they don't feel welcome let alone if they don't even let you leave the airport. Little wonder tourism is down.

You are just another paranoid complaining poster. Follow the rules at the airport, especially at immigration, and there's no problem what so ever. 

[Just Weird]

38 minutes ago, yogi100 said:

You'd best ask her yourself.

Why?  I was asking you, you brought it up.

 

By the way, if you're going to quote my posts in your comments, please stick to the rules and don't alter them, I did not post that in "bold".

[yogi100]

8 minutes ago, Max69xl said:

You are just another paranoid complaining poster. Follow the rules at the airport, especially at immigration, and there's no problem what so ever. 

Try and make an informative post or one of interest yourself instead of whinging and whining at those of us that do.

 

I do follow the rules at the airport! What on earth makes you think I don't?

 

So does the friend I referred to. How would a failure to follow rules result in my pal being accused of working! Tell me that.

 

Read my post again then get back to us and inform me what rules we did not follow.

[Rimmer]

Flame removed

[yogi100]

16 minutes ago, Just Weird said:

Why?  I was asking you, you brought it up.

 

By the way, if you're going to quote my posts in your comments, please stick to the rules and don't alter them, I did not post that in "bold".

No you brought it up by asking what gave her the suspicion he was working.

 

I was not there, I never met the woman and if I did I'm not a mind reader, I wouldn't even know enough Thai to ask her.

 

And in what way did I 'alter' your post. I highlighted it for the sake of referral. How is that against any 'rules'.

[ravip]

3 hours ago, possum1931 said:

Yes, wearing uniforms seems to give Thais a power ego, especially if they can make a noise, whether by blowing a whistle, or shouting their mouths of like a Yorkshireman.

Yes, wearing uniforms seems to give Thais a power ego,

Are you sure this only applies to Thais? Very sure? Are you positive?

Or is it just to take the opportunity to bash the Thais at the 1st available opportunity?

Does not look super nice, IMHO

 

[zaZa9]

Im of the view that theres been some change High up.

Not just a crackdown , but a change of 'heart' about we falang as well..

Ive never had an issue with an airport IO , until last time.

 

I watched him deal most courteously with the holidaying couple before me , 

But when he saw my  Retirement stamp his whole demeanour changed.

He honestly went back and forth thru my 'not very busy' passport for 2 silent minutes.

Back and forth , counting on his fingers , thinking.

There was nothing wrong with my paperwork , nor my attitude. 

I was simply quietly concerned.

 

Finally he glared at me ,  stamped the page , and literally threw my passport onto the counter.

"Kian mai dee !" he barked.

Writing no good ..

 

Thais arent meant to act like this .

Its the contrary of , "Jai yen yen".

Something is going on.

 

[Max69xl]

10 minutes ago, ravip said:

Yes, wearing uniforms seems to give Thais a power ego,

Are you sure this only applies to Thais? Very sure? Are you positive?

Or is it just to take the opportunity to bash the Thais at the 1st available opportunity?

Does not look super nice, IMHO

 

Do something questionable at an airport in the US, and see what happens,or having an attitude talking to an immigration officer. 

[allen303]

1 hour ago, shy coconut said:

You might have a problem with US immigration if you have them a bunch of

Dollars covered in some white powder after taking a short cut to their booth.

You think! You will be lucky to make your flight.

[yogi100]

11 minutes ago, zaZa9 said:

Im of the view that theres been some change High up.

Not just a crackdown , but a change of 'heart' about we falang as well..

Ive never had an issue with an airport IO , until last time.

 

I watched him deal most courteously with the holidaying couple before me , 

But when he saw my  Retirement stamp his whole demeanour changed.

He honestly went back and forth thru my 'not very busy' passport for 2 silent minutes.

Back and forth , counting on his fingers , thinking.

There was nothing wrong with my paperwork , nor my attitude. 

I was simply quietly concerned.

 

Finally he glared at me ,  stamped the page , and literally threw my passport onto the counter.

"Kian mai dee !" he barked.

Writing no good ..

 

Thais arent meant to act like this .

Its the contrary of , "Jai yen yen".

Something is going on.

 

I can well believe that. It was very similar to the experience my friend had with the female IO whose mind I was unable to read from 90 miles away in Pattaya. They seem to have developed a very hostile attitude to some falangs.

 

But try and explain it in a post and some will accuse you of being a rule breaker or a whinger or complainer.

 

In their eyes those Thais who work in an authoritative capacity can do no wrong. Makes you wonder what they were like at school and in the workplace.

[LukKrueng]

6 hours ago, legend49 said:

And the Thais who rely on tourism wonder why tourists are not coming here any more.

So true. 5 friends of mine who planned a visit in the next few months just called to tell me that after reading this thread they've decided to cancel. 

(Not really...)

[orchidfan]

19 hours ago, cornishcarlos said:

 

Singaporean IOs and the Arab countries that I've visited are generally the opposite. Smiling and courteous !! 

Strange but true ????

Vietnam and Hong Kong are also very business like but polite and helpful.

 

Am just thinking that perhaps the zig zag line is part of their video screening of arriving pax. If you bypass this "walk" (or shuffle) then you're evading full scrutiny ?

[Traubert]

8 hours ago, legend49 said:

And the Thais who rely on tourism wonder why tourists are not coming here any more.

But they are, millions of them.

 

If TV said the moon was made of green cheese....................