True. I guess it probably depends on the Bank. I had a Texan friend MHRIP and he had to have his pensions paid into a US Bank etc as they wouldn't send it to Thailand.

My Lawyer is in Pattaya so not much use to you. Sorry.

There has to be clear evidence of a relationship, ie marriage certificate and pictures over a period of time. Evidence that she will return to Thailand, ie job, children, property. You must have an income of GBP18.6K and a verified Bank Balance of GBP5K for a 6month visa. Clearly establish a reason for the visit. ie, tourism, family visit, or leisure. Get rid of the agent and do it yourself.

Where are you?

All I needed was my passport.

Being strung along, are you sure she is not in on it?

Pretty pathetic if April is the best they can do.

At least he is learning to defend himself but that can't take the place of street smarts which was your job and common sense. Maybe you should come back and take him yourself or send mum?

Should he even be over here by himself?

How do you mahnage to lose a passport? or daren't you say/