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by StevePIraq
Mon Aug 08, 2022 4:56 pm
Forum: Legal, Visa, Finances & Employment
Topic: Wise formerly Transferwise
Replies: 83
Views: 12854

Re: Wise formerly Transferwise

Wise have responded and advised that all payments from Australia now go via CUSCAL Limited, who process the payments through to Wise. However Wise should really have this statement on their web site. When I entered the BSB to do the transfer and saw the name was CUSCAl not Wise I was really concerne...
by StevePIraq
Sun Aug 07, 2022 5:59 pm
Forum: News
Topic: Thailand tourism situation
Replies: 1860
Views: 195455

Re: Thailand tourist slump continues

Having just been to Bangkok for four nights including a weekend I would say BKK is busy but not with foreigners. I stayed in the Arnoma Grand which in the past was always full, the only foreigners were myself and 4 Singaporeans. No beers in the bar, the hostess said the boss will not buy stock as th...
by StevePIraq
Sun Aug 07, 2022 5:42 pm
Forum: Legal, Visa, Finances & Employment
Topic: Wise formerly Transferwise
Replies: 83
Views: 12854

Wise formerly Transferwise

I have used TransferWise extensively however not for the last year. I tried to transfer from my Australian bank to Kasikorn and Wise gave the details to enter on my bank system, as it has always done. However this time it gave a new BSB and Account number. When entering these details on my bank site...
by StevePIraq
Wed Jun 08, 2022 2:14 pm
Forum: Coronavirus/Covid-19
Topic: (Don't) Wear a Mask Debate
Replies: 443
Views: 24146

Re: (Don't) Wear a Mask Debate

HHTel, your really pushing it with that one.
by StevePIraq
Wed Jun 08, 2022 12:21 pm
Forum: News
Topic: Thailand hikes national park entrance fees, dual pricing remains
Replies: 40
Views: 2357

Re: Thailand hikes national park entrance fees, dual pricing remains

But are they still accepting a foreigner with a Thai ID or driving license to pay as a Thai. In my experience this was very common, however it did depend on just where you go. It was always hit and miss, the busy tourist parks in Phuket and Krabi were very unlikely to, but you stood a better chance...
by StevePIraq
Wed Jun 08, 2022 11:14 am
Forum: News
Topic: Thailand hikes national park entrance fees, dual pricing remains
Replies: 40
Views: 2357

Re: Thailand hikes national park entrance fees, dual pricing remains

But are they still accepting a foreigner with a Thai ID or driving license to pay as a Thai. In my experience this was very common, however it did depend on just where you go.
by StevePIraq
Wed Jun 08, 2022 11:10 am
Forum: Coronavirus/Covid-19
Topic: (Don't) Wear a Mask Debate
Replies: 443
Views: 24146

Re: (Don't) Wear a Mask Debate

I have always been a staunch supporter of wearing a face mask during these difficult times. However when on my scooter the other day I got stuck behind a truck and after a very short time I had to pull over as the fumes were chocking me. Now if truck diesel fumes get through the mask I really can't...
by StevePIraq
Wed Jun 08, 2022 11:05 am
Forum: Events & Activities
Topic: ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK Movies at Hua Hin Cinema
Replies: 1105
Views: 301094

Re: ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK Movies at Hua Hin Cinema

I watched Top Gun: Maverick at Blueport yesterday, what a fantastic movie, no or very little green screen scam acting. Cashless entry so make sure you have a bank credit card or can scan a QR code to make payment. Only about 10 people there which was so surprising, and not a single Thai. By the way ...
by StevePIraq
Wed Jun 08, 2022 10:57 am
Forum: Coronavirus/Covid-19
Topic: (Don't) Wear a Mask Debate
Replies: 443
Views: 24146

Re: (Don't) Wear a Mask Debate

I have always been a staunch supporter of wearing a face mask during these difficult times. However when on my scooter the other day I got stuck behind a truck and after a very short time I had to pull over as the fumes were chocking me. Now if truck diesel fumes get through the mask I really can't ...
by StevePIraq
Sun May 29, 2022 2:57 pm
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: Is there a problem with Hua Hin Water?
Replies: 25
Views: 1938

Re: Is there a problem with Hua Hin Water?

I have had them in a previous property, expensive and not that much better. I have had the water tested from both present properties and they are now within WHO limits.
by StevePIraq
Sun May 29, 2022 2:45 pm
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: Is there a problem with Hua Hin Water?
Replies: 25
Views: 1938

Re: Is there a problem with Hua Hin Water?

Easy enough to install an in line filter, not the big fancy ones but a simple one. I have in my place and also installed one in Isaan, makes so much difference.
by StevePIraq
Tue Apr 19, 2022 4:00 pm
Forum: Legal, Visa, Finances & Employment
Topic: 'How To' - Requirements for visa extensions etc
Replies: 806
Views: 84578

Re: 'How To' - Requirements for visa extensions etc

If you are not on an OA visa, I assume you are on a O visa as you do not state which one. Insurance is not required for an O visa.
by StevePIraq
Tue Apr 19, 2022 3:51 pm
Forum: Legal, Visa, Finances & Employment
Topic: 'How To' - Requirements for visa extensions etc
Replies: 806
Views: 84578

Re: 'How To' - Requirements for visa extensions etc

Having just done my visa extension I can advise a little. Depending on the agent and if they must deposit money for you it can range from 14k to 18k. Personally I have money in the bank, so all I need is 15 minutes to get a letter from Kasikorn in Blue Port, print a map, provide 1 photo, copy of my...
by StevePIraq
Sat Apr 16, 2022 6:55 pm
Forum: Legal, Visa, Finances & Employment
Topic: 'How To' - Requirements for visa extensions etc
Replies: 806
Views: 84578

Re: 'How To' - Requirements for visa extensions etc

Having just done my visa extension I can advise a little. Depending on the agent and if they must deposit money for you it can range from 14k to 18k. Personally I have money in the bank, so all I need is 15 minutes to get a letter from Kasikorn in Blue Port, print a map, provide 1 photo, copy of my ...
by StevePIraq
Fri Feb 18, 2022 7:14 pm
Forum: The Beach Bar
Topic: Weather in Hua Hin & Thailand
Replies: 4698
Views: 440094

Re: Weather in Hua Hin & Thailand

I went to Market Village today via the back road which runs alongside the rail line and the roads which were repaired just recently were destroyed, all the repairs washed away, not done correctly anyway, really dangerous on a motorbike.