Reader question: Child recognition document
My son was born in July 2019 now I want to apply for a Dutch passport for him. I have almost all the documents together and have them legalized at the Thai ministry of foreign affairs. But now one document is still missing and that is the acknowledgment of my son. Who can tell me where I can have this document made in Thailand or in the Netherlands?
Calendar: Thai holidays and events in October
The agenda for the month of October is again full of holidays and interesting events. Please note that many government services and banks are closed on a public holiday in Thailand. This also applies to the Dutch embassy in Bangkok. And if a public holiday falls on a Sunday, then Monday is also a day off.
Thailand Visa Question: Non-Immigrant Visa OA Multiple Entry
In the near future I want to stay in Thailand for most of the year, a maximum of 8 months per year, because that is the legal maximum if you want to remain registered in the Netherlands. I also do not want to be deregistered from the Netherlands because of health / health insurance and the AOW accrual up to 67.3 years. I am 61 years old and financially everything is in order.
The municipality of Bangkok wants to combat particulate matter with a 4-meter high purification tower
In Bangkok, the PM 2,5 fine dust particles are again above the safety limit of 50 that Thailand uses (the WHO uses a limit value of 25). At 8 o'clock yesterday morning, the highest level of PM 2,5 was measured in Ban Phlat. It amounted to 81 micrograms per cubic meter of air.
I have worn out back, rheumatism, osteoarthritis and bursting with pain. I use a lot of medicines through my rheumatism doctor, paracetamol, codeine, ect. My doctor doesn't want a license for cannabis oil. Wants to stay out of this. OK, I want this. So how to go about this legally?
NVTHC drinks evening with consular Consultation hour/Meet & Greet with ambassador Kees Rade in Hua Hin on October 25, 2019
On October 25, the NVTHC will organize the next monthly drinks evening. This evening is combined with a Meet & Greet with ambassador Kees Rade and is intended for all Dutch people and their partners from the region.
Reader question: Where can I find a rental car in Phetchabun?
Mid-November I plan to travel by bus from Bangkok to Phetchabun. Now I would like to rent a car there for a few days to explore the region. I could not find a rental company on the internet, the nearest Rentalcar companies are in Phitsanulok. Does anyone know where I could get a rental car after arriving in Phetchabun?
Reader question: Transfer large amounts in Euros to Belgium
How can you best transfer larger amounts to Belgium after exchanging from Thai baht to euros? You can bring in up to 10.000 euros. I am talking about larger amounts here, for example after the sale of a house plus car.
Economic overview Thailand – Netherlands first half of 2019
The Dutch embassy in Bangkok regularly publishes economic overviews of trade between Thailand and the Netherlands. The overview of the first six months of 2019 has just been published
Prime Minister Prayut promises to build more public transport connections for commuters in the capital. The Prime Minister comments on the success of the Blue Line extension from Hua Lamphong to Lak Song. During the 2-month trial, during which the ticket was free, 2,5 million people used the new route.
Smog alarm in Bangkok: Concentration of PM 2,5 particulate matter above safety level
It's bad again in Bangkok. The smog hangs like a blanket over the capital. The concentration of PM 2,5 dust particles in the capital has risen above safety level, with Bang Kholaem most affected (78 micrograms per cubic meter of air).
Philanthropy Connections on Dutch television
You, as a loyal blog reader, are already familiar with the Philanthropy Connections foundation, because we have already paid attention to it a few times. The founder and manager of the foundation, Sallo Polak, is currently in the Netherlands to give as much publicity as possible.
Murder of Porlajee Rakchongcharoen under investigation
Some time ago there was a posting on the Thailand Blog about murdered or disappeared 'dissidents'. Apparently this is different with Karen leader 'Billy'.
Next week we leave for Thailand for the first time in October and we are really looking forward to it. It is already the sixth time for me, but all previous times were in January, February or March. We don't mind a shower now and then, but would still like to hear from the experts here on the forum on which islands we have the best chance of sun?
Reader question: Where in Pattaya can I buy potatoes for chips?
Where can I buy potatoes in Pattaya to make real Belgian fries? I've been to all the stores but my fries were always dark brown and didn't look good.