Peter *******
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Peter ********
I flew EVA in July BKK to Heathrow and return. Personally i was very impressed. I had empty caes leaving BKK so no problems. I used the check in desk at Heathrow and they were very hot on the weight even on the carry on. Go over the weight allowance and you will be charged
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@Alistair *********
Thank you. If I could find an agent that was interested in helping me open a bank account I would choose that route. Found 2 in Pattaya but they need a Pattaya address
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@Frank *********
In Bangkok I have been asked if I have a work permit , said no I am retired looking to put money in an account for retirement visa. Got a straight NO. Many banks same respponse
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@Mark *******
I had the rental agreement with me and dressed well and proof of funds in UK bank. Didnt get past have you got a work permit or just a straight NO. That is in Bangkok.
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@Brook *******
I read your post with interest. I was interested in going the non o route but have been absolutely unable to open a bank account anywhere. So whilst opening a bank account may take 30 minutes it’s completely irrelevant if all you get is constant no’s. Without opening a bank account it is impossible to show the required money in a Thai bank account.
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@Russell ******
I live at Ratchada if anyone has bank suggestions please. Any recommendations on an agent to use?
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@Jeffrey ***********
and if I could get private health cover at a sensible rate or that didn’t exclude everything related to high blood pressure and cholesterol I would
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@John *********
thanks guys but the problem there is I have trawled around banks and been refused by all