Popular Post webfact Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 Richard Barrow may not have his visa renewed and could be forced to leave Thailand Image: Richard Barrow Facebook Popular Thailand based blogger Richard Barrow has tweeted to say that it is unlikely his “visa” will be renewed and he may be forced to leave Thailand. In the tweet, shared on Thursday, Richard wrote: Bangkok Immigration came to inspect my workplace. They were here for 3 hours. Looks like they will not extend my “visa”. They said I most likely will have to leave the country. Nothing to do with anything else. They will give me a final verdict next week. Not looking good ☹️☹️ pic.twitter.com/lbGMYRuZ2K — Richard Barrow in Thailand ???????????????? (@RichardBarrow) August 13, 2020 On Friday morning, he provided an update on the situation and thanked people for their messages of support. Thanks for your message of support. My situation is that Samut Prakan Immigration accepted my application to extend my stay based on a Non B visa a month ago and then sent my file to Chaengwattana. I was given a temporary “under consideration” stamp which expires today [THREAD] — Richard Barrow in Thailand ???????????????? (@RichardBarrow) August 14, 2020 I know a lot of people are speculating about the reasons with some crazy conspiracy theories. The Immigration officials gave me no indication that they were targeting me. I only passed last year because some influential people in government called the chief of Immigration. — Richard Barrow in Thailand ???????????????? (@RichardBarrow) August 14, 2020 In normal years, I would leave the country and come back with a tourist visa and start again. With the borders closed, my only option is to fly back to the UK. As I won’t have a Non-B visa, I cannot come back for months. Unfortunately, the family home in the UK is being sold. ☹️ — Richard Barrow in Thailand ???????????????? (@RichardBarrow) August 14, 2020 This isn’t the first time Richard has spoken about his difficulties renewing his extension of stay. Last year, he tweeted about a similar experience before confirming his extension of stay was renewed at the 11th hour and after widespread coverage in the English language media in Thailand. It is perhaps worth noting that it is not uncommon for some immigration offices to visit foreign nationals around the renewal time for their extension of stay. Thaivisa forum has numerous topics posted by foreigners having been subject to visits from immigration at their home or place of work. However, it remains unclear why immigration officers would need to spend three hours at Richard’s place of work on Thursday. Also on Thursday, an online petition on Change.org was set up to support Richard’s plight. If like us, you’re a fan of Richard Barrow, you perhaps shouldn’t be panicking just yet. While undoubtedly this will be a stressful time for Richard, Thaivisa wholly expects the authorities in Thailand to renew his visa and we look forward to Richard sharing his excellent travel content next year and for many years to come. Keep up the good work, Richard! -- © Copyright Thai Visa News 2020-08-14 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow Thaivisa on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 29 1 1 3 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Mr Meeseeks Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 Richard uses Samat Prakarn Immigration I think. Probably just wanting a bribe to renew as has been my experience. 8 2 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post NCC1701A Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 Keep up the good work Richard. 28 4 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 4MyEgo Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 (edited) That would be a sad day indeed, if they oust him, no doubt it will have an impact as we will need to get behind him on social media apps, like Facebook, Instagram, whatsapp to let everyone we know to spread the word on how Thailand looks at farangs, should be great for future business. Edited August 14, 2020 by 4MyEgo 31 2 3 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Grumpy John Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 He must have said something which put someones nose out of joint! Maybe someone in the current regime...... ???? 24 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Grumpy John Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 1 minute ago, 4MyEgo said: That would be a sad day indeed, too bad he's not the "Boss" Yes, your right. But having a little bit of moral fibre is what separates the men from the spoiled little R'soles! 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post KhaoNiaw Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Grumpy John said: He must have said something which put someones nose out of joint! Maybe someone in the current regime...... ???? I think it's much more likely that his work and business arrangements are the problem. He's never very clear about them. He has a non-B for IT work, works at a school and travel blogging is a hobby. His work permit as a web designer has been renewed (but I thought you had to have the extension renewed first). Unfortunately he never really clarifies the details of his situation. If we go the conspiracy route, I would be surprised if things like his aeroplane post had gone unnoticed and that's a whole different kettle of fish from complaining about double pricing or posting pictures of dirty beaches. Edited August 14, 2020 by KhaoNiaw 21 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post SteveK Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 He raised the issue of dual-pricing, portraying it as a scam against international visitors at a time when tourism is already decimated and the country is trying to figure out how to get the industry going again. You can be sure that someone's not particularly pleased with hm. 63 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 4MyEgo Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 16 minutes ago, webfact said: Also on Thursday, an online petition on Change.org was set up to support Richard’s plight. I believe we need to fill in this petition, however being in Thai is a little difficult to understand.............honey get your a.. in here......please ???? 2 2 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post lopburi3 Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 2 minutes ago, KhaoNiaw said: I think it's much more likely that his work and business arrangements are the problem. He's never very clear about them. He has a non-B for IT work, works at a school and travel blogging is a hobby. His work permit as a web designer has been renewed (but I thought you had to have the extension renewed first). Unfortunately he never really clarifies the details of his situation. If we go the conspiracy route, I would be surprised if things like his aeroplane post had gone unnoticed. As above - he appears to indicate either the salary paid or job is suspect by immigration and has been previously so this is nothing new. He says only high level plea got the extension approved last year. Labor Department seems to be OK with job and has issued a work permit but with current travel restrictions extension is needed as no option to cross border for a visa run. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mtls2005 Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 Same as last year. Extension will be approved. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post spidermike007 Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 Thailand and the weak, incompetent, feeble and toxic army are not particularly open to criticism. Being as open and notorious as he is, cannot be easy. My guess is this has alot to do with the current "difficulties. 27 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post thaibeachlovers Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 12 minutes ago, 4MyEgo said: That would be a sad day indeed, if they oust him, no doubt it will have an impact as we will need to get behind him on social media apps, like Facebook, Instagram, whatsapp to let everyone we know to spread the word on how Thailand looks at farangs, should be great for future business. I'd never ever go on face<deleted>, instagram, or any of that <deleted>, but if he has been "spreading the word on how Thailand looks at farangs" he is quite rightly going to get the boot out of LOS. Biting the hand that feeds one is never a good idea. Can't believe how many farang aliens think they have "rights" in LOS. Want to stay- smile, keep mouth shut on social media <deleted>. 30 2 9 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mywayboy Posted August 14, 2020 Share Posted August 14, 2020 Trouble is none of them know their <deleted> from their Elbow. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post thaibeachlovers Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 8 minutes ago, SteveK said: He raised the issue of dual-pricing, portraying it as a scam against international visitors at a time when tourism is already decimated and the country is trying to figure out how to get the industry going again. You can be sure that someone's not particularly pleased with hm. If he actually said that on a public platform and can be identified, he must, IMO be a bit thick to do so. Lives in LOS, but apparently knows little about how things work there. Perhaps he needed to get out of his digital bubble and smell the traffic fumes. 9 3 11 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Skallywag Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 I never understood how Tweeting or Blogging could be considered a "business" anywhere. Guess I still live in the past. Hope he gets his Visa worked out. 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ravip Posted August 14, 2020 Share Posted August 14, 2020 (edited) Also on Thursday, an online petition on Change.org was set up to support Richard’s plight. Many people seem to find 'solutions' to their plights in such .org's! Edited August 14, 2020 by ravip 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jack Hna Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 I think he had or has a deal with the TAT or some ad agency and litrually bit the hands that fed him more than we know. Public figures need to be scrutinised and he has made himself exactly that so it's time to learn more about him. This travel blogger spent 25 years in one country with no desire to go elsewhere, no family or wife? Came here so young and yet did not get schooled on how to behave. Sought the need to become an enemy of the state after years of travel blogging. Something don't add up. There is a real story behind this guy. 14 3 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ravip Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 2 minutes ago, Jack Hna said: I think he had or has a deal with the TAT or some ad agency and litrually bit the hands that fed him more than we know. Public figures need to be scrutinised and he has made himself exactly that so it's time to learn more about him. This travel blogger spent 25 years in one country with no desire to go elsewhere, no family or wife? Came here so young and yet did not get schooled on how to behave. Sought the need to become an enemy of the state after years of travel blogging. Something don't add up. There is a real story behind this guy. Absolutely correct. Something don't add up. 6 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ravip Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 9 minutes ago, Skallywag said: I never understood how Tweeting or Blogging could be considered a "business" anywhere. Guess I still live in the past. Hope he gets his Visa worked out. Tweeting or Blogging per se, will not be considered a "business" anywhere, for sure. It's when one start to 'correct' a government or the like that gets the pot boiling - anywhere! 5 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post PatOngo Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 37 minutes ago, Grumpy John said: He must have said something which put someones nose out of joint! Maybe someone in the current regime...... ???? He is a farang helping farang with accurate information and he has campaigned ruthlessly against 2 tier pricing in Thailand. They don't like the truth! 16 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bwpage3 Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 22 minutes ago, thaibeachlovers said: I'd never ever go on face<deleted>, instagram, or any of that <deleted>, but if he has been "spreading the word on how Thailand looks at farangs" he is quite rightly going to get the boot out of LOS. Biting the hand that feeds one is never a good idea. Can't believe how many farang aliens think they have "rights" in LOS. Want to stay- smile, keep mouth shut on social media <deleted>. I think you are quite spot on. Thailand never likes to be criticized and people that do, soon find out they are not welcome. The Thai gov't can silence the Thai's but never the foreigners and that troubles them 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jack Hna Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 Just now, ravip said: Tweeting or Blogging per se, will not be considered a "business" anywhere, for sure. It's when one start to 'correct' a government or the like that gets the pot boiling - anywhere! 165k followers on Twitter and numerous blogging websites all with the message of not advertising. So he knows exactly how to market things without appearing to market them. Natural non advertising of Thailand, it's an ad agencies dream. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhaoNiaw Posted August 14, 2020 Share Posted August 14, 2020 2 minutes ago, PatOngo said: He is a farang helping farang with accurate information and he has campaigned ruthlessly against 2 tier pricing in Thailand. They don't like the truth! I think he'd be fine if he had a watertight work/business situation that fully complied with immigration rules. There's obviously something there that leaves him open to greater scrutiny. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ravip Posted August 14, 2020 Share Posted August 14, 2020 6 minutes ago, PatOngo said: He is a farang helping farang with accurate information and he has campaigned ruthlessly against 2 tier pricing in Thailand. They don't like the truth! TBH, not only 'They", many 'others' too hate the truth! Sometimes, the truth is very bitter. LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susco Posted August 14, 2020 Share Posted August 14, 2020 28 minutes ago, thaibeachlovers said: If he actually said that on a public platform and can be identified, he must, IMO be a bit thick to do so. Lives in LOS, but apparently knows little about how things work there. Perhaps he needed to get out of his digital bubble and smell the traffic fumes. You want to claim that you never criticized Thailand or it's government on this public platform? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post PatOngo Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 1 minute ago, KhaoNiaw said: I think he'd be fine if he had a watertight work/business situation that fully complied with immigration rules. There's obviously something there that leaves him open to greater scrutiny. He has a work permit for his school job, he makes nothing from his travel blog, the authorities are just fragile and worried that he gets attention from other farang! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post DrTuner Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 Ain't easy being a farang dissident. Jonathan Head learned it as well. On the bright side, at least it's not off to a CCP gulag - yet. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatOngo Posted August 14, 2020 Share Posted August 14, 2020 2 minutes ago, ravip said: TBH, not only 'They", many 'others' too hate the truth! Sometimes, the truth is very bitter. LOL Regardless, the truth is the truth, like it or not! It rattles me how people can live in denial! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jackcwba Posted August 14, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 14, 2020 He’s an attention seeker end of story. look at all this suspense he has created and now watch him get extended next week. 10 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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