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Wife transfers from dependent visa to Retirement Visa in case I pass away before her.
Actually, this is almost verbatim what our Bangkok Bank branch manager told us several years ago. Her explanation was: If a bank does not know of your death, they have no legal responsibility to freeze your account -- and withdrawals, per usual, can occur. Wife has already been told to withdraw most of my funds (leaving small amount, and account open) soonest -- even before my barbecue. -
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Government tweaks guidelines on latest Thailand visas
The Interior Ministry has introduced new guidelines for the much-anticipated Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) and the extension of visa-exempt stays from 30 to 60 days. The DTV is considered groundbreaking, as it allows remote workers to operate without needing a work permit, provided their employment is with overseas companies or contractors. However, the ministry has emphasized that such work must not "impinge in any way on the Thai economy," a broad and somewhat vague restriction. For visa-exempt tourists enjoying the extended 60-day stay—representing the vast maojrity of visitors—there are additional rules to consider when not engaged in typical sightseeing activities. In an earlier announcement by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in July, it was noted that "ad hoc or urgent work" could be performed for up to 15 days, provided the tourist informed the Department of Labor. Examples included attending conferences, meetings, and, more unexpectedly, tasks like repairing machinery, auditing accounts, or inspecting products. The Interior Ministry now clarifies that while attending occasional meetings is permissible, more substantial activities like those mentioned will require temporary work permits. These permits will be valid for a maximum of two 15-day periods, writes Barry Kenyon for Pattaya Mail. In response to criticism that these rules are somewhat ambiguous, the ministry assured that more detailed guidelines would be issued soon. This clarification aligns with the Pheu Thai government's announcement of its 10 priorities for the coming year, made on September 14, which includes a pledge to "overhaul visa processing." This overhaul is expected to bring even broader changes. Last July, government representatives suggested reducing the number of non-immigrant visa categories, potentially merging options like medical tourism, family visas, and film production permits into the new DTV. The rules governing retiree visas, specifically the OA and O extensions, are also expected to be revised. Another area awaiting clarification is the upcoming Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system, which will require all visa-exempt travelers to obtain approval before their trip starting next year. Once integrated with the visa-issuing database, as the government has promised, there will be little distinction between the two systems. All travelers will be screened for past criminal convictions, prior deportations from Thailand, and any outstanding Interpol warrants. The visa overhaul also presents an opportunity for the Immigration Bureau to have a say in shaping the new bureaucratic processes. Although many agencies—such as the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the Board of Investment, and the Department of Labor—are involved in publicizing visa policies, the actual enforcement is carried out by immigration officers at airports and border crossings. So far, the Immigration Bureau has remained silent on the changes. Picture courtesy: Plizz -- 2024-09-17 -
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Violent Brawl Between Drunk Australian Tourists Shocks Pattaya
They weren't Thais tis why. Stabbing and shooting is prevalent as a means to have an angry dispute if youre a Thai. Never get into an angry exchange with them for this reason However the Thai media love to go heavy on description when Farang behave badly. These blokes are simply drunken Yobbos and I suspect they'll be making a heavy donation to the local fuzz -
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Swift endorsement turns more voters from harris than it attracts…
haha, another 'Swiftie newbee' gushing over a singer he couldn't name 1 song of. you know she has a management team, she doesn't do it on her own. Trump has been around for decades, has multiple businsses, properties and golf courses etc etc -
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Guys, they almost got away with memory-holing this!
A few of us got off topic on the Obama administration. Obamas economy wasn't any better than Trump's. Trump set upon by all sides. Not a day went by when he didn't face some sort of threat. Nevertheless, despite him barely getting out of the gate his economy bested Obama. Moreover the best economy in the last four of the 20 years I attach a quick graphic from biased Huffington Post via Yahoo finance -
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Less than 40 million Thais expected to join digital wallet scheme
She's just a kid. What can you expect? -
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Tourism Minister Aims to Levy 300-Baht Fee for Visitors
i think Bhutan has the right idea -
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Digital Wallet Registration Results for Smartphone Users Indefinitely Delayed
They're banking on it... -
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Less than 40 million Thais expected to join digital wallet scheme
So it's gone from everyone over the age of 16 to... only the vulnerable? -
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Miss Grand Chiang Mai Runner-Up Crashes Sedan: 4 Injured, 3 Motorcycles Wrecked
Guess they parked in the middie of the road or she was on the phone Could have also been checking to make sure she was beautiful 🤩 -
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Today I met the first farang returning home because of exchange rate
Maybe it won't go further but at least he'll be able to get benefits and free healthcare
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