Fraudsters and cheats dislike my 'flagging'

fraudsters to copy official rubber stamps or stickers. Exercise discretion.

Common fact: exit and entry data is in computer. What is missing in computer is fake. Falsification is a crime: detention and fine.Easy for

To avoid complications, every time funds are remitted to your bank account in Thailand, demand proof document from the bank ( TT3, I think) or, less preferred, the entry printed in your account book. Retain these documents as evidence of funds coming in. Very handy when you are asked to show proof. You need these papers when sending funds back out: one baht in, one baht out. No more than that. Bank of Thailand regulations. Evidence valid for 10 years. Applicable to all banks. Staff are disinclined to do the paper work. Insist on it for your own good.

when it was first mooted There were many other perks too at its maiden introduction. Am not bothered to list them.You might want to check if you were shortchanged. The introductory period was loaded with goodies.Since you fly a lot, I assume, Elite then gave you free access to VIP lounge at the airport (DonMuang)

The then PM suggested a price of 2 M and then dropped it to 1 M. I am not here to impress, just giving background info on Elite

FYI, Elite Visa was introduced more than 15 years ago at 2 M.baht with discounted golfing fees and free limo pick up at airport. No limit entry and exit from Thailand, priority fast lane at immigration. Lifelong visa.Things have since changed,lower pricing and no frills and reduced visa lifespan. At the start, Elite visa was a failure but continued lethargically. X-PM Taksin's idea of Elite. He had hoped of attracting 1M applicants and 2 B baht for the treasury.Well, there's your story of Elite.

In Thailand, it is left lane drive, at roundabouts, give way to vehicles coming from the right. Opposite of China US and France

Beware of fake rubber stamping on your passport page done by agents you'll get caught at departure point when computer records do not match Bkk and Manila are fake document capitals

On board train, your seat and ID show on the pax list of the ticket inspector who can demand to check your identity to match