Answered6 years ago
Should expats in Thailand register with their Embassy for safety reasons?
Just a thought, have any of you British or any national guys living in Thailand permanently registered with your Embassy in case you die, or just so they know how to contact you. NO stupid answers please.
Answer summary
The community discussion revolves around whether expats living in Thailand should register with their respective embassies for safety and emergency contact purposes. Many participants share positive experiences about being registered, citing benefits such as receiving important updates during emergencies and having a backup contact in case of death. Some express skepticism about the effectiveness of embassies, arguing they are not essential for daily life or emergencies. Overall, the consensus leans towards the potential benefits of registration, particularly in critical situations.
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Brian ********
British embassy not interested
Alan *********
@Brian *******
have we still got an Embassy ?
Brian *****
The info is in the passport.
Alwyne ********
Buddy your passport no is at your embassy and the police contact them so don't worry they will know
Dana *******
Yes. Registered at the Swiss Embassy. They keep you informed about important things.
Carlo **********
Next of kin in your passport.
Brian ********
If you go on the British Embassy webpage there’s a form you can fill out you can give them next of Kim information and you can even give the dates you arrive and other useful stuff and you can update it from time to time
Otto *********
The German government has a worldwide online register, where you can enter your address etc. abroad and who to contact in case of an emergency. But that is all voluntary. Still, some times it might be pretty helpful, like after the tsunami or during civil unrest in an area. OTOH this is NOT open to folks asking for your present address or such.
Hope that info helps...
Hope that info helps...
Christopher ***********
@Otto ********
Very interesting. Most helpful, thanks Otto.
Antoine *******
Yes you must do it.
Nick ****************
Yes I registered with them. They send me details of changes in law's etc. During Covid they kept me up to date and even offered repatriation flights and a loan if I couldn't afford the fare. I have found their presence here to be advantageous.
Colin *********
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Christina *********
With the internet now as it is the chances are my family will find out by my friends or partner contacting them online.
But it can’t be a bad idea to inform them.
My emergency contact is in my passport, and the local hospitals have my files already with my details.
With friends that have passed here their family was normally informed by a friend first.
But yeah you never know what the situation will be so why not.
But it can’t be a bad idea to inform them.
My emergency contact is in my passport, and the local hospitals have my files already with my details.
With friends that have passed here their family was normally informed by a friend first.
But yeah you never know what the situation will be so why not.
Ann *******
My mom has me register her with the State Dept, whenever she travels. You get alerts for travel warnings, conflicts, and I never thought about the dying part, but for assistance in case something happens.
Terry ********
No, if I die my fiancé will know. No reason to get the embassy involved. All I need them for is to renew my passport when needed.
Hans *********
@Terry *******
If you think so....
Nick *******
They won't be able to contact me if I'm dead.
Mark *********
OPWell, thanks guys, after reading all your comments i have decided to register.
Henry *********
Yes. Easy to do.
Costa ************
The guy has made a good valid point ,about when one dies..
Brian *******
Really no need. When you croak the hosp and or police will create death cert and advise applicable embassy of your demise whether it was from natural cause or being eaten alive by flesh eating microbes.
Eddie *******
What exactly does registering do?
Other than (for usa) let them know where to send the tax due notice.
Other than (for usa) let them know where to send the tax due notice.
Kevin *********
@Eddie ******
don’t be a smart ass... Alan *********
No why would I..I live in Thailand and have family here.
Nick *******
Most of you lot on here who don't want any contact are probably criminals wanted in their own country. Hiding out here thinking they are safe. 😆😆
Alan *********
@Nick ******
you poor ignorant fool 🤣Alan *********
@Nick ******
and they all use Facebook 🤣Nick *******
@Alan ********
maybe but true. I've been here long enough & met many of these lowlifes. 
Kevin ******
I agree with registering. I understand some other points. Probably the ones who dis it prob not got health insurance. Is surprising how many people I talk to who haven't.
Kool *******
@Alan ********
, unless you have actual Thai citizenship granted, you are just a guest, that can be asked to leave at anytime. Being registered with your embassy let's them know you are here, and if anything serious happens that they can get ahold of you in a timely manner. Alan *********
@Kool ******
anything serious! Like what ,?Alan *********
@Kool ******
I just live my life. Kool *******
@Alan ********
, so you fit the definition of a criminal. That if the government knew what you were actually doing they would arrest you. Your "staying under the radar" gives you the opportunity to break laws you feel are insignificant...lololAlan *********
@Kool ******
I have always kept under the radar even in the UK, I don't need UK government to mother me, they don't own me.Kool *******
@Alan ********
, a change in government that expelled all foreigners. Natural disasters, and where to go for help. Health emergencies like Cholora, a Malaria outbreak and such. A relative dies, or is in serious trouble and needs to get ahold of you. There are allot of "like what's". In Bangkok I get warnings about the protests and where to avoid. Lots of like what's.
Lu ****
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Jane ***********
Yes. Registered.
Hans *********
Yes, im registered at German Embassy and give a Paper for Thai Buddhist ceremony and burn in Wad if I die.
Rob ******
@Hans ********
Okay , I chose the viking style . Cheap raft . Scared of tight spaces .
Ole ****
@Hans ********
how does it work? And do you still have to reconfirm all data every 6 months? Hans *********
@Ole ***
it works OK, I reciev Information and all 6 Month I confirm.The Paper what - is to do if we die - its important, because otherweise the Embassy look for a Familie in your County and it can be, you take a Fly you dont want.
Hans *********
@Ole ***
I send it to Embassy, and the notice my wish.So my Wife has no Problems like I heare from Other.
Ole ****
@Hans ********
so that paper stays with German embassy? Rob ******
Yes I am registered in case I Die , full email and phone number .I am expecting lots of sms , heaven sent with super fast wi fi .
Jennifer ********
Yes, anyone in a foreign country should register at their Embassy/Consulate for safety/security purposes.
Rob ******
@Jennifer *******
Yes , I would pass . As a helpful group , they are the last for my safety or security . Jennifer ********
@Rob *****
I agree, embassies are pretty useless to the average citizen on a daily basis except for passports/notarizations etc.., but in emergencies they can be somewhat useful, such as sending notifications about repatriation flights early in the pandemic (which I wasn't interested in, but could be useful to others) etc..I've lived overseas for 17 years and never had to use them for an emergency, but it doesn't hurt to be registered. 
Reiner *********
As a German registered and I am happy
Kool *******
I am registered with the American embassy, and get all relevant posts and warnings concerning living here.
Daniel ************
yes - they sent usually good information in critical times - not a mistake to register -
Rob ******
@Daniel ***********
Like come home . MmmmDaniel ************
@Rob *****
not really - 
Michael ********
Yes I have I learnt how important that was after Tsunami
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