ebonykap
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I purchaseda new HondaCBR300RA almost 2 years ago and haven't looked back. Enough speed and acceleration for this old guy, good handling and great for weaving in and out traffic. Furthest I've been is Pattaya and thoroughly enjoyed the ride. No issues with the bike, only issue was with the lady I ran over who was walking in the middle of a busy, dimly lit street at night. First time I've fallen off my bike in 15 years of riding. As others have said, use 360° vision, remain attentive and expect the unexpected and you'll love it!
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I could be wrong, but I am not aware of a curfew being enforced on any other country. If anybody can tell me how they justify, or the reasoning behind it, I would like to know. The only thing I can think of is some kind of power trip for our fearless leaders.
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Apparently, Australia has "drive - in testing" and their testing rate is the best in the world. That's why they currently have a lot of cases (more than Thailand last I looked with about 1/5th the population). I think they will be out of trouble long before many other countries
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Consumer Protection:
Ph: 1166 and good luck!
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9 hours ago, Moonlover said:
I'd love to know what the success rate is of those who try this method. I've tried many times and only succeeded in getting my app in once. And that was rejected. 'Report to the office in person'.
The past 2 times I've done it online and worked a breeze (Internet Explorer)
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Try doing your report online. I did for the first time last month. Sent on Sunday, approved the following day (much to my surprise and delight).
I understand it can be hit or miss, but worth a try.
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12 hours ago, OJAS said:
Ditto American & French immigration
Add Aussie to that!
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1 hour ago, spidermike007 said:
I agree. I would say Dark Tao is clearly the most dangerous place in the entire country. Many shady mafia types that run the island, and the police are in their employ.
+1 Koh Tao gets my vote
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Way, way too much verbal diarrhoea!
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24 minutes ago, upside said:
Ive heard the usa doesnt treat its expats as refugees like Thailand treats all the farang.
If you havent worked out you'll never be welcome you must be wearing horse blinkers.
What I've "worked out" from your two previous posts is that you need to take the advice of pgrahmm:
" They actually should go back to where they came from (they're not doing any good for themselves or the Thai's by being here) - but odds are they aren't welcome there as they whined/bitched their way through everybody back home...."
And if you don't live in Thailand, I strongly suggest you stay where you are
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To phone Australia I use AIS 0055 number, only 6 or 7 baht per minute.
Not sure about Ireland, maybe you could check their website.
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I deposit my rent in the landlord's account at SCB Bank.
Every month for 3 years and always asked to write my phone number on the deposit slip. I have no problem giving it.
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What, nobody carries an umbrella? Shame on you all
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The cashier broke company procedure as the policy would be for her to check every item processed. If found out, she should be given a first and final written warning.
When I was managing supermarkets in Oz, we were alerted to a cashier involved in a scam. For her friends and family, she would scan item 1, miss item 2, scan item 3, miss items 4 & 5, and so on. We placed hidden cameras above her checkout, sprung her the next day, fired and prosecuted her.
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I actually studied at Thai Solutions for 2 years. When I changed to another school they gave me a letter of record of attendance for immigration. The letter simply stated that I was enrolled there. No attendance details were required. No problems at immigration.
If khun June is still there, speak to her she is very good..
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Not a TV, but had no problems getting an ED Visa about 3 years ago. As I recall, 1 or 2 day turn-around.
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I have a list of requirements for retirement renewal. This includes a copy of my lease.
I clip them all together neatly and hand them over. I have never been questioned, the IO looks through everything, and the interview takes about 5 minutes.
TM30 is not on my list.
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Personally, I prefer the traditional Thai facial features.
See hundreds of better lookers on the MRT every day.
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I did my first retirement extension at CW last Friday. In at 9:30, out at 11:30. All in all a delightful experience. A lovely IO and a friendly supervisor. Made sure I had everything required, and more if necessary. I use the combination of funds method with my bank funds in Bangkok Bank, no ATM card attached and a big "Do not touch" stencilled in my brain. A little extra deposited to allow for any fluctuations in the exchange rate.
Through the years i have learnt to be empathetic with immigration, as I am sure they have to deal with some pretty shady customers. Keep them happy with all the information they require and you will get a smile and a thank you in return. .
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Thanks Ubon Joe.
Would that need to be a formal agreement similar to a 12 month lease, or could my landlord draft a letter and email to me?
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I am going for my first retirement (long-stay) extension and, after one year on a lease, the owner of the condo and I have agreed to a month by month agreement.
Could someone please confirm that I should ask the owner for a copy of her Tabien Baan and Thai ID to give to immigration? Should I take internet/utility bills with me?
I believe Bangkok Bank facilities are available at CW. Does anybody know what time they open, and are you sure I can get both the statement and bank book updated there?
Thank you in advance.
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My first online 90 - day report I completed with no problems. Today for my second attempt I have 2 problems 1. Untrusted Certificate warning appears (IE). 2. I decided to try anyway but cant get past the first page, message "contact imm. office. Looks like I'll be making a trip to CW!
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There are things about living in the U.S. that I love.
There are things about living in the U.S. that I hate.
There are things about living in Thailand that I love.
There are things about living in Thailand that I hate.
There were things about my first wife of 28 years that I loved.
There were things about my first wife of 28 years that I hated.
There are things about my Thai wife of 7 years that I love.
There are things about my Thai wife of 7 years that I hate.
I was a U.S. Marine for 20 years. Self esteem is not an issue for me.
I like people to like me, but if they don't, so be it. I'm not going to lose any sleep over it.
Why do I live in Thailand? I like it here better than other places I've been, for a number of reasons. One is that I've actually met more friendly Thai than I did Americans, who are all so wrapped up in their personal problems, they have forgotten how to be truly friendly.
Ditto OZ!
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It really irks me when people, politicians, organisations, etc, make comments on countries in which they generally have very little knowledge, interest or understanding. One of America's favourite pastimes is meddling in other countries affairs, now more out of desperation due to their sinking as a world power and the fact that any statements/declarations they make hit like a powder puff.
I am a great believer in the freedom of the press, but I don't believe this exists in its true form anywhere in the world. Even in powerful, democratic countries the press is in some ways controlled and dictated to by other parties. In other cases, some media outlets have a strong connection to one political party or another and their reporting is extremely biased.
All I know is that right now I find Thailand to be a much happier and more peaceful nation since the coup, than I experienced in my previous three years living here. Not long I know, and perhaps I'm still a newbie, but I am prepared to give this government, despite some shortcomings, a chance to make this country as great as it should be. I don't think shutting down a reactive, politically motivated, biased TV station is a bad move, because I really don't want to go back to life here pre-coup.
The 90-day Notification Report Service
in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
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Yes. I've had zero problems for a couple of years but this one spits out with the same message.