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

@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

@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

@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.

@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.

Can you also pm me the insurers info please

@Russell ******

I live at Ratchada if anyone has bank suggestions please. Any recommendations on an agent to use?

@Russell ******

been refused at all the banks I have tried

@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

@John *********

thanks guys but the problem there is I have trawled around banks and been refused by all