Bob *******

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QUESTIONS

Why is travel insurance important for expats in Thailand, particularly after a medical emergency?

215 comments

a year ago

COMMENTS

Do I need an FET form to buy a condo in Thailand from another foreigner under 50k USD?

Bob ********

Make sure Juristic charges are free and paid up as well, as you might get a massive bill on top of your purchase price.

a year ago

What is the process and wait time for re-entry at Suvarnabhumi International Airport?

Bob ********

12 mins from plane to baggage

a year ago

Can I re-enter Thailand safely after using my 90 days of tourist visa within a 6-month period?

Bob ********

Remember it's not just the stamp in your passport now, they have your fingerprints and photos so they look at your history as well. So best to get the right visa and not risk it.

a year ago

What are the consequences of overstaying my visa in Thailand by one day?

Bob ********

It happened to me a couple of years ago, I told them I got off-loaded by the airline he said don't leave your departure so close, but let me go. Regardless of what's in your passport they look at what's stored online to see if you are a serial offender

a year ago

What are the best strategies to extend my stay in Thailand for up to 12 months on a tourist visa?

Bob ********

They tell me the "Bangkok Hilton " has good air conditioning and close relationships among inmates(I mean Guests)

a year ago

What is the process for a Myanmar national to obtain work permission in Thailand?

Bob ********

Has he/she got a passport, otherwise he might finish up with a shonky visa that essentially restricted to the district they are working in. Also only get registered with a single name, that may not be their real one, it leaves them open to exploitation

a year ago

What options do I have if noisy short-term renters next door are disturbing my peace in my condo?

Bob ********

Ask the police if the have sighted the PM30 and tell them to make sure they have clean uniforms as "Big Joke" may be doing an inspection soon. Then post it all on FB and tag the police station, big joke and the property owner or one of his relatives.

a year ago

Why won't hotels in Thailand match online prices when asked directly?

Bob ********

The real issue is all the booking companies are owned by the same corporation. To get at the top of the list in a particular town or city, it has to get maximum bookings online in that area. By giving you a discount they may lose their position on the list as well as potential free marketing. As others say they lose both ways

a year ago

What are the requirements for Tai Yai people to work legally in Thailand without a Thai ID card?

Bob ********

If they are born in Thailand they will have a birth certificate and registration number, the least they should be able to get is a pink ID card

a year ago

Can I use a newly opened bank account statement in Laos for my Thai tourist visa application?

Bob ********

I just showed my Aussie bank balance on my phone App. He didn't even want to see it.

a year ago