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Can I board a flight from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur with a damaged passport?

Chris *****

I would delete your post, don't put personal details on here or anywhere

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Can I verify my SCB app outside Thailand using my AIS SIM card?

Chris *****

@Charles *******

same for me , tried many times to verify myself with krungthai as they have now closed netbank on pc , but been told I have to go in to a branch , but I'm not in Thailand

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What are the best and cheapest options to transfer money from the UK to Thailand?

Chris *****

As suggested, wise and a thai bank account

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Is it possible to get a 45-day stamp in Thailand, extend it for 30 days, and then pay a fine for a 3-day overstay when leaving?

Chris *****

Don't do it, change your dates, not worth the grief if you get stopped in your last few days

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What are the experiences with booking flights through Scoot and lastminute.com?

Chris *****

Why book 3rd party, I'd rather pay £50 extra to book direct. A big shout out to Qatar Airways, I've cancelled twice with them in the last year full refund within 3 days no questions, it seriously is worth booking direct

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Can I open a bank account in Thailand as a tourist, and what are the requirements?

Chris *****

I managed to get one a few years ago in phuket with just a passport but I think I was lucky its a bit hit and miss depending on the bank staff

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Is my Thai girlfriend using me for money?

Chris *****

😄

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Can anyone recommend a good family photographer in Phuket?

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What issues might arise when transferring money from a UK building society account to a Thai bank?

Chris *****

Just link your nationwide card to a wise account and its easy...I do it all the time

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