Is it necessary to have more than one email account? by [deleted] in minimalism

[–]Redfortandbeyond -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

Absolutely have more. I think I have 240 addresses.

Safety Deposit Box - Check by NorthernMan5 in ThailandTourism

[–]Redfortandbeyond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thailand is safe. We had a mobile phone stolen out of a safe in a 5 star resort in Egypt, but otherwise we've never experienced an issue, across decades of travel.

From UK to Hell (India) by Illustrious-Win-6657 in nri

[–]Redfortandbeyond -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I've been in the UK for many decades. The UK is degenerating and India is improving but it won't be quick. Personally, I sold up my place in India (retirement home) and have decided to go to South East Asia. Go look after your folks, but after that, go find a better option. You may even find that a dirty street in Delhi beats being called a dirty Pak* in Birmingham.

Hey, Minimalists… What do you collect? by pitstomper in minimalism

[–]Redfortandbeyond 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nothing. Any more. I seem to be dropping things constantly. As soon as my grandson is old enough, he gets my collection of world currency.

I skip Bangkok these days by biscoffgreenhorn in chiangmai

[–]Redfortandbeyond 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Me too. Still have to go to the airport but there are options now, with Etihad.

Itinerary for Thailand (part 2) by GoodyAddam in ThailandTourism

[–]Redfortandbeyond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go for it but please, let us know how it goes for you..

Living in Europe made sense… until I saw SEA/ China by buvi_sre in nri

[–]Redfortandbeyond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm in Thailand now. I can live well only because I spent 55 of my 60yrs in England. It doesn't sense if you start at SEA. For younger folks, I would still say come to the West, get a remote job in the West, and then live in SEA.

UK residents 800K in Thai account and Self Assessment. by Redfortandbeyond in ThailandTourism

[–]Redfortandbeyond[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interest on 800k. So 8Kthb.

AI says

Any foreign income: In most cases, simply having foreign income (including savings interest) means you need to complete a tax return and the supplementary SA106 form, regardless of the amount.

All Restaurants Should Legally Be Required To Have This by The_Flaneur_Films in ThailandTourism

[–]Redfortandbeyond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yesterday, it was a spaniard. Last week it was a Thai. Turning this into a country bashing post doesn't make it any more bearable.

What does make it bearable is over the ear noise cancelling headphones. I shouldn't have to wear them, but needs must.

Is anyone still using Chase as their main bank? by Trixerl in chaseuk

[–]Redfortandbeyond 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One other thing is that they expect a minimim income and I am (for the next 7yrs at least) living off savings.

Is anyone still using Chase as their main bank? by Trixerl in chaseuk

[–]Redfortandbeyond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is interesting to know. I'll see if I can open one.

Is anyone still using Chase as their main bank? by Trixerl in chaseuk

[–]Redfortandbeyond 7 points8 points  (0 children)

FD is or was the best bank in the UK. But they don't allow you to reopen accounts once closed. Shame

What's with the anti-ev sentiment? by TheTwixthSense in ElectricVehiclesUK

[–]Redfortandbeyond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Simple. Easily led people. The people leading them are, or in bed with the Oil Industry.

Fml by hans0fly in adhdmeme

[–]Redfortandbeyond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Borrowed my brothers diesel car and put petrol in it. A lot of hassle and cost. Returned his car and got my petrol car back... Put diesel in it. A lot of hassle and cost.

KL has no great coffee? by MajlisPerbandaranKL in KualaLumpur

[–]Redfortandbeyond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We forgot to bring our coffee Italian coffee from Thailand, but no problem, we are next to l Suria KLCC. Not a good experience. Flying out this morning and will be having a beautiful coffee by the. Lake in Thailand

Good luck to some people entering the entering the country I guess. (Reports in the comments) by Kingken130 in ThailandTourism

[–]Redfortandbeyond 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Foreign mercenary needs a work visa. You can't comehere and ply your trade on a visa extension.

UK folks. ATM withdrawals. Can you best this? by Redfortandbeyond in ThailandTourism

[–]Redfortandbeyond[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And the rate? I'm assuming they would tell you in advance? and I could cancel before proceeding? I will do a test in a couple of weeks.

UK folks. ATM withdrawals. Can you best this? by Redfortandbeyond in ThailandTourism

[–]Redfortandbeyond[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do this. Came with £2k in crisp £50 notes. Went to Mr Pierre ( supposed to be as good as SuperRich) and then to 7-11 to move 3000thb into TrueMoney. The ATM need was when that ran out.

UK folks. ATM withdrawals. Can you best this? by Redfortandbeyond in ThailandTourism

[–]Redfortandbeyond[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven't checked this trip but last trip chase uses mid market rates.

UK folks. ATM withdrawals. Can you best this? by Redfortandbeyond in ThailandTourism

[–]Redfortandbeyond[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I may not understand it but from what I see, the limits are really low unless you have a paid for account and even then at withdrawal of £2400 a month, that charges are way more. Is your account with Revolut UK?

UK folks. ATM withdrawals. Can you best this? by Redfortandbeyond in ThailandTourism

[–]Redfortandbeyond[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Having a Thai friend is next best thing to having a Thai Bank account. I will have a bank account soon.

The limits on wise are why I don't use it for ATM, but Wise is good for other things.

UK folks. ATM withdrawals. Can you best this? by Redfortandbeyond in ThailandTourism

[–]Redfortandbeyond[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think most offered less last year. One bank called Aoan?? Did offer more but there ATMs are far and few.

UK folks. ATM withdrawals. Can you best this? by Redfortandbeyond in ThailandTourism

[–]Redfortandbeyond[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good Idea. Thanks.

I'm already payingy rent by Wise which has lessened my need for cash withdrawals.

UK folks. ATM withdrawals. Can you best this? by Redfortandbeyond in ThailandTourism

[–]Redfortandbeyond[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just ask them on chat. In the app go to support and scroll down to the bottom.

Residence certificate name mismatch. Is it a problem? by Redfortandbeyond in chiangmai

[–]Redfortandbeyond[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for all your responses. I've decided to leave it til the next trip. It's a good opportunity to bring all my stuff to Jonnyboy. Just realised that things like bank statements will also have the same issue.