British Consular Team Posted January 15 Share Posted January 15 Greetings once again! We’re back with more numbers this time. Last year the Consular team at the British Embassy Bangkok dealt with 1,465 cases in total. December was our busiest month with the section providing Consular assistance to 160 British Nationals Their cases included deaths, welfare support, arrests, and hospitalisations due to road traffic accidents and illness. We provided support to 47 families coping with the loss of loved ones, involving a mixture of hospital and home deaths. Additionally we issued 56 Emergency Travel Documents (ETDs) and provided 151 documentary services. January is a month for making New Year resolutions. If you have not already thought about any resolutions, here are some to consider: 1. Write a will It's never too early to plan for the future. Drafting a will can ensure your assets are managed according to your wishes and your loved ones do not face added stress when coping with your passing away. 2. Plan your funeral While it may seem grim, planning your funeral in advance can relieve your loved ones of the burden during a difficult time. 3. Sign up for Travel Advice Stay informed about the latest travel advice in Thailand or any country you are travelling to. 4. Check your insurance Review your policies to ensure they're up-to-date and provide adequate coverage for your health and travel. 5. Visa renewal and passport validity Ensure your travel documents are in order and your visa is valid. Renew them if necessary. Detention at Thai immigration centres can be tough at times. 6. Emergency contact details in passport Update the back of your passport with the contact details of your emergency contact. 7. Travel with medications legally If you're traveling with medication, make sure you're aware of the laws and their use in your destination country by consulting the travel advice for that country. 8. Accessible financial information: Keep your financial information secure yet accessible in case of emergencies (ie pin numbers, NI numbers). Getting help in Thailand - the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is available for assistance. Our 24/7 Contact Centre is available for urgent help, and the Bangkok team is always ready to respond during working hours and when contacted out of office hours for emergency cases. Stay prepared and informed. Sign up to Thailand Travel Advice. See you next month! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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