Advocatus Diaboli Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 Has anyone translated the PM midday press conference? Anything related to the extension? I can’t find anything on the main news sites. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BusyB Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 Why don't they just extend for 90 days, same as the new Long Term. That's what they are after all, and they're Covid-sterile already ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EricTh Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 (edited) @Advocatus Diaboli It seems that this is fake news. I've checked the newspapers and there's no such thing. If it's real, it would have been published by now because it is after noon. Edited September 28, 2020 by EricTh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraday Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 1 hour ago, Quietus said: So many people in this forum show their lack of gratitude with outrageously rude remarks. Ignore them my brother, they are just the hoi polloi. Every night, I kneel before a picture of 'our' gracious leader & give thanks. Brings a tear to my eye. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seik Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 Just now, EricTh said: It seems that this is fake news. I've checked the newspapers and there's no such thing. If it's real, it would have been published by now because it is after noon. Yeah agreed. Oh by the way, don't forget to go chop some wood today if you don't want to end up in complete darkness by 9PM! I personally took care of it this morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buuge Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 8 minutes ago, BusyB said: Why don't they just extend for 90 days, same as the new Long Term. That's what they are after all, and they're Covid-sterile already ... Why not 180days? why not a whole year?... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Hna Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 Amnesty is a money spinner and a half for agents. It's clear now this amnesty provides agents and all their cronies a real lifeline. If there were deals like 40k 1 year visa about that could get 10k on board fairly quick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seik Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 (edited) 5 minutes ago, Buuge said: Why not 180days? why not a whole year?... These 1 month extensions ad nauseam are just senseless. Many SE countries decided to let people stay until the end of the year, it's not that big of a deal, or it shouldn't be, anyway. Edited September 28, 2020 by Seik Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Hna Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 Lads steer clear of 711 I've seen 4 this morning all with a copper at front checking farang passports. This was in udon so God knows what they are doing to find overstayers on BKK. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benitostacos Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 (edited) 15 minutes ago, BusyB said: Why don't they just extend for 90 days, same as the new Long Term. That's what they are after all, and they're Covid-sterile already ... It could happen, nothing is set yet and the cabinet meets tomorrow. At this point, nothing this government does surprises me anymore. I wasted 6.5 hours getting the 30 day extension this time, and wasted 3 days getting the extension the first time, only to have the amnesty retroactively kick in (likely twice). It is what it is, but I am grateful to be here. Edited September 28, 2020 by Benitostacos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Teavee Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 (edited) 2 hours ago, Bangkok Barry said: And it also, I've read, puts you at the bottom of the list if you want to return to Thailand during the pandemic. Several other categories were given permission before those who stupidly thought that parting with half a million would give them special privileges. 'Elite' it isn't. The only people allowed in so far are Citizens & those with Thai families, Thai Elite members are scheduled to be included in the next Tranche (from Thursday I believe). So it puts you ahead of Non-O retirement visa holders & any other Tourist class visa. Edited September 28, 2020 by Mike Teavee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 is 1 Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 People continue asking "why not this or that". Somebody make desition and other follow! Don't need ask why! If never been in army , should know: never ask why that is irrelevant! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 is 1 Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 (edited) 10 minutes ago, Jack Hna said: Lads steer clear of 711 I've seen 4 this morning all with a copper at front checking farang passports. This was in udon so God knows what they are doing to find overstayers on BKK. Nothing reason ask passports today! Nobody yet overstay! Im not going to carry any, i have pictures in my phone like always! Edited September 28, 2020 by 2 is 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PETERTHEEATER Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 8 hours ago, Somtamnication said: Why not extend it until Dec 31? Ridiculous. I agree. It would be ridiculous to extend it to December 31 ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrTuner Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 Debacles like this are why nobody trusts Thai immigration. Grow a set and make a decision that sticks. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fondue zoo Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 I've attempted to call 1178 and CW direct for an hour now, nobody is picking up at either location. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Seik Posted September 28, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 28, 2020 (edited) When I see a farang on the street, whatever his age, I see a guy much like me who's doing his best to strive in a foreign country. I've got no reason to feel superior to him in any way. But this amnesty question reveals how some people here see it all as some type of rat race where they need to come out on top. It's kind of sad. Interesting how Thai people abroad form a community and look out for each other, I doubt they don't unanimously wish for longer amnesty for the less fortunate of them, in whatever country they are. We've got a thing or two to learn from them. Edited September 28, 2020 by Seik 11 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zikomat Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 I think we should understand the logic of the third world countries' governments. In no way they wish to be liked or respected by their citizens. Opposite is true: they want to be feared and hated. So, when you ask next time why they made something the way they did (the most idiotic and uncomfortable way) - remember that they did it on purpose. Their own purpose. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CorpusChristie Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 3 minutes ago, Seik said: When I see a farang on the street, whatever his age, I see a guy much like me who's doing his best to strive in a foreign country. I've got no reason to feel superior to him in any way. But this amnesty question reveals how some people here see it all as some type of rat race where they need to come out on top. It's kind of sad. Interesting how Thai people abroad form a community and look out for each other, I doubt they don't unanimously wish for longer amnesty for the less fortunate of them, in whatever country they are. We've got a thing or two to learn from them. Are you on visa overstay ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zikomat Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 1 minute ago, CorpusChristie said: Are you on visa overstay ? Go ahead, report him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 is 1 Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 Just now, Seik said: When I see a farang on the street, whatever his age, I see a guy much like me who's doing his best to strive in a foreign country. I've got no reason to feel superior to him in any way. But this amnesty question reveals how some people here see it all as some type of rat race where they need to come out on top. It's kind of sad. Interesting how Thai people abroad form a community and look out for each other, I doubt they don't unanimously wish for longer amnesty for the less fortunate of them, in whatever country they are. We've got a thing or two to learn from them. There is total 5 farangs in our village! Me include , other 4 never visit even local shops! Village people don't even know what they look like! I don't even know are they now in coundry! They don't care locals and not contact to nobody! So why this kind people nobody should care about! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lkv Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 (edited) 19 minutes ago, 2 is 1 said: Nothing reason ask passports today! Nobody yet overstay! Im not going to carry any, i have pictures in my phone like always! Overstay 2 days today. If they catch you, you are going to IDC. And you get a 5 year ban. I kid you not. Edited September 28, 2020 by lkv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender Rodriguez Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 7 minutes ago, Seik said: Interesting how Thai people abroad form a community and look out for each other, I doubt they don't unanimously wish for longer amnesty for the less fortunate of them, in whatever country they are. We've got a thing or two to learn from them. the big difference is: they are all thai and mostly poor & struggeling here: many different people, nationalities, RACES that don't have anything in common mostly not even a native language, culture, habits, ... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 is 1 Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 1 minute ago, lkv said: Overstay 2 days today. If they catch you, you are going to IDC. I want see even one news where arrest farang from overstay today! Visa end in weekend so still can go today in IO! But i think nobody go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackcwba Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 59 minutes ago, Promula said: Why are his posts being followed as gospel? Is this the guy that mentioned almost being kicked out of Thailand by immigration a couple of months ago? Exactly lol, he’s a muppet, barrow and his sweaty polo shirts will print anything online as long as it gets him attention 555 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackcwba Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 Just let me fly in and out peacefully with no BS so I can process my non B for a boi company, if not I’m staying here chilling ! I got money Lol. in the words of Jordan Belfort “ IM NOT <deleted>IN LEAVIN” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarFlungFalang Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 2 hours ago, CorpusChristie said: It does if you leave at a land border it also applies when getting an amnesty stamp I found out being 10 hours late in July waiting for the embassy letter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saltire Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 https://www.thephuketnews.com/overstay-fines-to-start-tuesday-says-phuket-immigration-77473.php Overstay fines from tomorrow? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nausea Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 Don't look a gift horse in the mouth, I say, assuming the extension is confirmed, unless you're Trojan and they're Greek. I did my yearly extension just before the covid 19 thing really hit, so I'm an observer. In life, timing is everything, and that's often down to serendipity. I think I understand the two main problems here, but I could be wrong as I'm no expert. One, those guys with families and other sunk costs, who need to do border hops to keep their visas or whatever alive, and second, the mostly Burmese workforce, without which I assume the country will grind to a halt. Now the tourist industry, that's a whole different kettle of fish, but it would seem stupid kicking out the few tourists you have. As an aside, we hear a lot about how miniscule the ex-pat contribution to the economy is, we're about to find out. Personally, I've brought millions of baht here over the years, and I'm guessing that income stream is pretty much dead in this covid 19 era, as regards new mugs. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2530Ubon Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 So it’s 2:30- half an hour after the announcement ended. Only announced the expected STV visa. Time to call it a day I think. Fake story Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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