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24 minutes ago, ProbPossConf said:
CMBob...What transpired when you went to the tent. Did you have to get a tent queue number, were your documents checked, did mentioning you had an appointment allowed you to jump the tent queue?
All my paperwork was in order and the tent person quickly scanned through them and gave me a queue number. My mentioning that I had an appointment didn't seem to make any difference.
I'm not sure what you mention about a "tent queue number" as I just went up to the people up front and somewhat wormed my way to a window after a few minutes. If they're giving queue numbers just to see the "tent people", I skipped that process and jumped in a short line before the tent people tables.
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I had an appointment (for annual extension based on retirement) December 7th and went immediately to the central counter as I did the prior year; however, they then told me I first had to go to the outside "tent" and get a queue number from the people there before returning to the central counter. Was almost late for the appointment. And, yea, I was not thrilled about it.
My advice to those having an appointment is to get there at least a half hour early as it takes some time to get through the hordes getting initial approval and queue numbers from the outside group.
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From Google: "The full list of 22 countries temporarily exempt from K-ETA are: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Macao, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, UK, US (including Guam)." Would note I don't see Thailand in that list (i.e., I have zero clue what requirements involve your Thai wife).
The K-ETA is easy to do online and allows entry without having to fill out the arrival card. I applied for one 4 months ago and had it within 3 days.
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Given the two holidays since you applied, not surprising you're still waiting for it. Hopefully it'll come in the next few days.
But, given you say you're only staying 2 months, you can always come in visa exempt and get 30 days and then get another 30-day extension at Immigration (or, alternatively,
do the border hop you mentioned). Either way, you'll be good for 60 days.
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15 minutes ago, Sheryl said:
....Interesting though to see that 30 day extension of VE and TR are included. Does anyone know if this is province specific or can anyone do this?
Supposedly available other places but not sure if the VFS thing is working in CM.
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Can't help with a specific place but almost all the furniture shops (ones selling wood/teak chairs, tables, carvings, etc.) likely could handle both safely packaging and shipping it for you. Years ago (as in 2 decades), I had teak furniture shipped back to the US but it was handled through the shop I bought the stuff at Baan Tawai. Took about 3 months and, as expected, shipping was a bit more than the 4 large items shipped. A few years later, I bought an approximately 3.5' x 30" rather delicate teak carving and had that shipped by wherever (I forget) I bought it (and it arrived in fine shape). Not sure where you bought your item but maybe that shop is used to handling shipping or at least could recommend a place.
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You use the TM7 form for the 30-day extension. Under reasons, just put in Continuing Tourism.
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3 hours ago, 1FinickyOne said:
yes, but w/o an agent, you have to spend all that time beforehand filling out forms... yes, I know it is not that difficult and did it for 15 years before moving to CM where there are agents who do it for me. I appreciate the service - easy enough to do yourself if you prefer. Up to you. It is just a matter of how you want to spend your time. And I never have to worry if things are filled out properly or not. No stress.
The really only valid argument to use an agent is because somebody would like to reduce the stress a bit or because somebody just doesn't know what non-bank documents/copies are needed (or simply doesn't want to bother gathering same). Time spent is really isn't a valid point unless, I suppose, if one doesn't have an appointment and has to sit there for hours.
(1) We likely both spend the same time getting the paperwork from our banks (unless agents do that for you?).
(2) Takes me about an hour to fill out the TM7 (which I do on the computer and print out), make the necessary copies, and sign the stuff..... all of which I do at home. People using agents usually have to go to their agent's office with their bank paperwork and passport and then wait while they prepare the various paperwork and copies so they can sign the TM7 and copies there.
(3) On the operative date, we both make our way to the Immigration office (people using agents sometimes make their way to their agent's office and the agent drives them to Immigration although some others have the agents pick them up at their home and drive them to Immigration). I presume we both go home from there (although I know some people end up back at their agent's office and go home from there).
(4) I'm guessing you're at Immigration for 15-20 minutes or so whereas I have spent an additional 20-25 minutes the last two extensions (40 min total). Being retired, the extra 20-30 minutes once a year is tolerable to me.
(5) We both pay 1,900 baht. You pay the agent whatever.
I don't criticize anybody using an agent or argue that using one or the other is better, ultimately time-saving, or cheaper. Like you said, doing it yourself or using an agent is in the "up to you" category.
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2 hours ago, AAArdvark said:
They give appointments at central festiva? Not doubting you I just didn't know.
Nope, no appointments at Central Festival immigration office. Only at the main office near the airport.
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5 minutes ago, 1FinickyOne said:
quite busy, yes... just a note that 4 hours is far longer than I spend on my retirement visa - - with the use of an agent... yes, there is a fee but if time and ease and security matter, it is a breeze for a nominal fee...
For my annual extension based on retirement about 3 weeks ago, I had an appointment at 10AM and was walking out the door with my extension at 10:40. I can handle that once a year.....and it's relatively inexpensive (only had to buy myself lunch afterwards). In the future, I'll get the re-entry permit at the airport and avoid the wait.
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48 minutes ago, Bill97 said:Sometimes
I have known a lot of people who have gotten 30-day extensions (from exempt entries and Tourist Visas) and every one of them had the 30-days tacked onto the end of their exempt or Tourist Visa period. At least that's how it works here in Chiangmai.
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Yes, they do 30-day extensions. I was out there 2 weeks ago and it was a zoo (busier than I've ever seen it). Got there
at 10AM, finally got my re-entry permit at 2PM. Was still very busy when I left.
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15 minutes ago, roo860 said:
Is it a blue background photo for a 1yr extension at Chiang Mai immigration, used up my last one last year.
I remember having some of those a few years back as I remember that may have been a rule then; however, I don't believe it is any more (I've done a couple extensions and couple re-entry permits here in CM in the last 13 months and photos I provided just had a white background and there were no questions/issues).
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There's an app called "Police i lert u".....which points out your location and gives you the option of calling the cops or an ambulance. I downloaded it but haven't used it (just thought it might come in handy if I witnessed an accident or whatever). Have no clue how well it does or doesn't work.
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Confusing post as there is no such thing as a 15-month visa anywhere in Thailand.
If what you're looking for is conversion to a Non-O followed by a 12-month extension during the last 45 days of the Non-O, that's possible by any visa agent (or by yourself) so long as you meet the requirements.
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5 minutes ago, Neeranam said:
It's 40% tax in the UK, hence my interest about how to avoid paying this much.
The subject of the thread is possible tax here in Thailand for expats who happen to be tax residents here. If you're concerned about inheritance/estate taxes in the UK, maybe contact a UK accountant (it isn't the topic here).
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4 hours ago, Neeranam said:
What do you mean inherited money is not taxable here? As a dual citizen, UK/Thai, if I sell my mother's house in UK when she dies, do I not have to pay inheritance tax?
Well, inheritances are pretty much tax free here in Thailand (if under 100,000,000 baht). As to what you have to pay in the UK, I have no clue.
And, maybe it's a problem if you transfer the UK inheritance proceeds into Thailand as perhaps a Treasury official requires you to prove that the funds transferred are inheritance funds. As to tax issues here (Thailand), it depends on whether you're a tax resident in Thailand, how the "new Thai tax" law is amended/interpreted, etc., etc.
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On 12/12/2023 at 7:10 AM, Moonlover said:
The (not so) new tax that's being talked about is 'income tax'. You're talking about moving capital. You don't pay 'income tax' on capital. You're doing what many other folks are doing right now. Worrying too much.
Unfortunately, presuming the new tax law takes effect with all its glory (not), I just watched a video of a tax lawyer in BKK who said it will be up to the person to prove the money transferred wasn't from earnings or is exempt under an existing tax treaty. I know the OP said it was "savings" but the tax lawyer argued that it would be treated as earnings (as that's likely where originally it came from) unless you can prove an exemption. So best advice is for OP to transfer before the end of this month and avoid any possible issue.
One issue that bothers me is that certain things (for examples only, inherited money or US social security earnings) are exempt from taxation here in Thailand; however, when transferring funds from a common account (where you keep all kinds of things - interest, dividends, prior earnings, etc., etc. - how does one satisfactorily prove you only transferred inherited funds, social security funds, etc.?
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22 hours ago, amexpat said:
Has anyone ever missed a flight or lost a visa because they couldn't get (not forgot to get) a reentry permit at the airport?
Never heard of anyone have that happen to them. If you're leaving on an international flight from CM, the re-entry desk will be open.
Now, because this time I elected to not have to carry the paperwork to the airport, I went to the Central Festival Immigration office this morning to get a re-entry permit. Took 4 hours (was as jammed out there today as it was at the main Immigration office near the airport last Thursday).....I should have waited until I got to the airport....sigh.
Also, the sign for re-entry permits out there now says 9:30AM to 11:30AM so I guess they might stop allowing any "inspection queue numbers" after 11:30AM now.
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On the fancier end, try LeCrystal (google their website and hit the Festive Menu option.
There are many places offering Xmas eve and Xmas day lunches and dinners. Most, I think, are set menus with option as to mains.
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In February of 2009, at Hua Hin Immigration, I converted a Tourist Visa to a Non-O and simultaneously obtained a one-year extension based on retirement that began at the end of the 90 days provided by the Non-O......so effectively I obtained a 15-month permission to stay. Whether any Immigration office will do that again is unknown to me but maybe that's what the OP is trying to talk about. But, as everyone else has said, there is no such thing as a single visa or extension that lasts 15 months.
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For what it's worth, here's the relevant part of the new police regulations that took effect in June of 2020.....
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2 hours ago, TigerandDog said:
not true Bob, I've had several friends return to Thailand after international holidays earlier this year and CM insisted on new TM30's being submitted, even though they returned to their permanent CM address.
And, as I stated, it hasn't applied to me or other friends who travelled this year outside of Thailand this year (or last few years). I have no idea why you and your friends are treated differently.
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CM Appointment Still Valid?
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Real nice. As I said, I got in the short line to one before the line people's table. Was only a couple of people ahead of me and and it took 5-7 minutes or so.