Unanswereda year ago

How important is using manners when asking for advice in expat communities?

manners politeness community advice expat etiquette Thai visa immigration help

Martin ********

asked Jun 15, 2025

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Hello all 

Here's a suggestion to some of you, a novelty I'm sure, something outside your comfort zone. 

How about when asking people for advice and receiving the advice from total strangers who are more than willing to help another human being, try using "please" and "thank you" maybe even saying "hi I wonder if someone could help please"....  even a 'like' for their comment and advice would be nice.

Manners and  politeness cost nothing especially when people are willing to take time out of their day to help a fellow traveler. 

Thank you.

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The post suggests that when seeking advice, particularly from strangers in online communities, users should incorporate politeness by using phrases like "please" and "thank you." The author emphasizes that manners can enhance interactions and appreciation for those taking the time to help. The comments include varying perspectives: one commenter appreciates giving advice without needing thanks, another suggests directly consulting official sources to avoid incorrect information, and a third remarks on the tone of the original post.

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Mike *******

Yikes. Someone needs a chill pill

a year ago

Martin ********

@Mike ******

Maybe yes 😁.............. I've been living with Thai people a while and love their politeness..kinda rubs off 🙏🏻

a year ago

Bent *************

Save the trouble and the risk of getting hundreds of different answers - most of them incorrect:

Ask immigration or Thai embassies in your country!

a year ago

Tom ********

I don't need any thanks for my advice and experience which has taken me years to gain, I willingly give it for free to anyone and if just one person takes note and gains from it then it's all good for me!

a year ago

Martin ********

@Tom *******

yes all advice and help on here is free but there are so many disrespectful people who don't even acknowledge replies. I find it strange.. I was bought up with manners, respecting and treating people as equals. The Thai people have reinforced this on my many visits.

a year ago