![](media/image1.png){width="1.63125in"
height="1.6784722222222221in"}Welcome to Thailand

A Guide for Americans Visiting or Residing in Thailand

**Table of Contents**

[Page]{.underline}

Welcome to
Thailand!...................................................................
1

Embassy and Consulate General
Locations........................................... 1

Regional Consular
Visits................................................................ 2

Registering with the Consular Section at the
Embassy...........................\... 2

1)  On-Line

2)  By Fax

> 3\) At the Embassy

4)  During Regional Consular Visits

Staying in
Touch..........................................................................
3

Receiving Consular Announcements by E-mail

Travel Warnings, Public Announcements and

Consular Information Sheets

##### Guide to Consular Services Available at the Embassy.............................. 4

> Emergency
> Services..................................................................4
>
> Replacing a Lost or Stolen
> Passport........................................... 4
>
> Injury or
> Illness...................................................................
> 5
>
> Lost or Stolen
> Valuables......................................................\... 5
>
> Obtaining
> Funds..................................................................
> 5
>
> Arrest of an American in
> Thailand.............................................5
>
> Death of an American in
> Thailand............................................. 5
>
> Disaster or
> Evacuation...........................................................
> 6
>
> Non-Emergency
> Services............................................................6
>
> Passports...........................................................................6
>
> Registering the Birth of a U.S. Citizen
> Abroad...............................6
>
> Notarial
> Services..................................................................6
>
> Federal
> Benefits...................................................................6
>
> U.S. Income Tax
> Assistance.....................................................8
>
> Voting in U.S. Federal and State
> Elections.................................\... 8
>
> Child Custody
> Disputes.......................................................... 8

Visa Information for American Citizens in
Thailand..............................\... 9

Thai Tax
Liability.........................................................................9

Getting Married in
Thailand............................................................. 9

Staying
Safe................................................................................
9

Staying
Healthy...........................................................................10

Medical
Facilities.........................................................................
11

Doing Business in
Thailand............................................................. 12

##### Daily Living in Thailand................................................................. 12

> Banking and
> Currency...............................................................
> 12
>
> Hotels and
> Tourism...................................................................12
>
> Shopping...............................................................................
> 12
>
> Applying for a Driver's License in
> Thailand......................................12
>
> Transportation.........................................................................13
>
> Public
> Transportation.................................................................13
>
> Communications......................................................................
> 13
>
> Importing Household
> Effects........................................................14
>
> Guide to
> Services...................................................................\...
> 15
>
> Real Estate
> Agents..............................................................
> 15
>
> Schools and
> Universities.......................................................16
>
> Thai Language
> Schools......................................................\... 20
>
> Houses of
> Worship..............................................................20
>
> American Organizations, Clubs and Special Interest Groups............
> 22

##### Useful Websites and E-mail Addresses................................................27

Appendices

> A. Passport Application
> Instructions...............................................28
>
> B. Lost Travelers
> Cheques..........................................................30
>
> C. Airline
> Directory...............................................................\...
> 31

D.  Sending Money to Americans in
    Thailand....................................33

> E. Sending Money through Overseas Citizens
> Services.....................\... 34

F.  Instructions for Consular Report of Birth Abroad

> of a Citizen of the United States of
> America..................................35

G.  Visa Information for American Citizens in
    Thailand........................37

> H. Getting Married in
> Thailand.................................................... 38
>
> I. Obtaining Refunds When Overcharged for
> Jewelry......................... 39
>
> J. Applying for a Driver's License in
> Thailand.................................40
>
> K. Medical Treatment in
> Thailand................................................. 41
>
> L. List of
> Attorneys..................................................................48
>
> M. List of Translators and
> Photographers......................................... 59
>
> N. Directory of Tourist Police Phone
> Numbers.................................. 60

## Welcome to Thailand!

This guide, published by the Consular Section of the United States
Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand, provides information on the consular
services that we provide for American visitors and residents of
Thailand. It also covers some basic facts on visiting or living in
Thailand. Whether you are new to Thailand or a resident of many years,
we hope that this guide will help you to enjoy all that Thailand has to
offer.

Please be aware that laws, addresses and other information contained in
this guide are subject to change. Therefore, readers should consider
this guide an orientation and should always confirm the information
herein with the proper authority before taking any action. For updated
information on our services, please visit the Embassy website at
[http://usa.or.th]{.underline} or the State Department website at
[http://www.state.gov](http://www.state.gov/). For a list of other
useful websites, turn to page 27.

**Embassy and Consulate General Locations**

The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is located at 95
Wireless (Wittayu) Road, near Lumpini Park and across the street from
the main Embassy building (see map below). Our address, telephone and
fax numbers are as follows:

Consular Section\
U.S. Embassy\
95 Wireless Road\
Bangkok 10330\
Tel: 0-2205-4049 Fax: 0-2205-4103

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open Monday -- Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00
p.m., except American and Thai holidays. If you have questions not
answered here, please contact the Embassy\'s Consular Section. For
general information, call 0-2205-4005.

The U.S. Consulate General in Chiang Mai, Thailand is located at 387
Witchayanond Road, Chiang Mai 50300. Tel: 5-3252-629. Fax: 5-3252-633.
For emergencies involving an American citizen, the after hours duty
phone from within Thailand is 0-1881-1878. The American Citizen Services
section is open for non-emergency services on Mondays and Wednesdays,
1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. For more information, check out the consulate
general's website:
[http://usa.or.th/consulcm/consulcm.html](http://www.usa.or.th/consulcm/consulcm.html)[.]{.underline}

# Regional Consular Visits

Consular Officers from the American Embassy in Bangkok periodically
travel to different parts of the country on consular services visits.
These visits provide the opportunity for Americans residing in the area
to apply for new passports, report the birth of a child, or get
documents notarized for use in the U.S. without having to travel to
Bangkok. Please note that no visa services are performed on these
visits; all visa applications must be made at the Embassy or the
Consulate General in Chiang Mai. Call the Embassy for exact locations
and hours of the visits.

## Registering with the Consular Section at the Embassy

If you are living in Thailand, or if you intend to visit for an extended
period of time, we strongly recommend that you register with the
consular section. Registration is to your advantage in that it will
enable us to locate you in case of a family emergency, and helps keep us
better informed of the number and location of American citizens in the
event of a large-scale emergency. We are required by law to keep any
information you give us completely confidential, and will release it
only when authorized by you to do so. There are four ways to register:

> **1) On-Line**

##### Log on to [http://usa.or.th/embassy/acs.html](http://www.or.th/embassy/acs.html) , click on "online registration form" and follow the directions. You will be registered electronically with the consular section. If you register on-line, you can also register to receive our consular announcements. This will allow you to stay in close touch with the Embassy.

> **2) By Fax**
>
> Download a copy of our registration form from our website and fax it
> to the Consular Section at 0-2205-4103.

3)  **At the Embassy**

> Come by the Consular Section Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. -- 11:00 a.m.,
> or 1:00 p.m. -- 3:00 p.m. (except American and Thai holidays) and
> complete a registration form. Be sure to bring your passport so we can
> verify your identity and citizenship. Registering at the Consular
> Section will facilitate issuance of a replacement passport in the
> event your passport should be lost or stolen.

4)  **During Regional Consular Visits**

> You can also register with the Consular Section during one of the
> regional consular visits. Call the Embassy for information on the next
> visit in your area.

## 

## Staying in Touch

## Receiving Consular Announcements by E-mail

## If you would like to receive our consular announcements by e-mail, go to <http://usa.or.th/embassy/acs.htm> and type your e-mail address into the box indicated. (Please continue your registration with [**our online registration form**](http://usa.or.th/embassy/acsregform.htm) if you haven\'t registered with us).

> **Travel Warnings, Public Announcements and Consular Information
> Sheets**
>
> The State Department provides information to American citizens on
> conditions in countries throughout the world. This section describes
> the different types of information available to American citizens
> considering traveling to other countries. To obtain copies of the most
> current announcements, go to
> [http://travel.state.gov/travel_warnings.html](http://www.travel.state.gov/travel_warnings.html)
> or come to the Consular Section of the Embassy during regular business
> hours.
>
> **[Travel Warnings]{.underline}** are issued when the State Department
> decides, based on all relevant information, to recommend that
> Americans avoid travel to a certain country. Countries where avoidance
> of travel is recommended will have Travel Warnings as well as Consular
> Information Sheets.
>
> **[Public Announcements]{.underline}** are a means to disseminate
> information about terrorist threats and other relatively short-term
> and/or trans-national conditions posing significant risks to the
> security of American travelers. They are made any time there is a
> perceived threat and usually have Americans as a particular target
> group. In the past, Public Announcements have been issued to deal with
> short-term coups, bomb threats to airlines, violence by terrorists and
> anniversary dates of specific terrorist events.
>
> **[Consular Information Sheets]{.underline}** are available for every
> country of the world. They include such information as location of the
> U.S. Embassy or Consulate in the subject country, unusual immigration
> practices, health conditions, minor political disturbances, unusual
> currency and entry regulations, crime and security information, and
> drug penalties. If an unstable condition exists in a country that is
> not severe enough to warrant a Travel Warning, a description of the
> condition(s) may be included under an optional section entitled
> \"Safety/Security.\" On limited occasions, we also restate in this
> section any U.S. Embassy advice given to official employees. Consular
> Information Sheets generally do not include advice, but present
> information in a factual manner so the traveler can make his or her
> own decisions concerning travel to a particular country.

**Guide to Consular Services Available at the Embassy**

The Embassy\'s Consular Section provides emergency and other assistance
to U.S. citizens, including the issuance of passports. We also provide a
variety of visa services to Thai and other foreign nationals in Bangkok.
If you are living in Chiang Mai or its environs, you may also want to
see the Chiang Mai Consulate General website at
[http://usa.or.th/consulcm/consulcm.htm.]{.underline}

If you are traveling in the region and would like to read the State
Department\'s travel advisories or need information on how to obtain
visas for another country, whether for Thailand or a third country,
check out the State Department Consular Affairs Web Page, Foreign Entry
Requirements at
[http://travel.state.gov/foreignentryreqs.html]{.underline}

A general overview of the kinds of services that consular officers can
provide for U.S. citizens overseas follows. For more information on how
U.S. consuls help Americans abroad, check out the website
[http://travel.state.gov/consuls_help.html](http://www.travel.state.gov/consuls_help.html).

######## Emergency Services

> The following is a description of the kinds of emergency services
> provided by the Consular Section. For assistance during business hours
> (Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., except U.S. and Thai
> holidays), contact the Embassy at 0-2205-4049, or call the Embassy
> switchboard at 0-2205-4000 and ask for American Citizen Services.
> Evenings, weekends and holidays, call the Embassy and ask for the duty
> officer.
>
> Depending on the type of emergency, you may also want to call the
> Tourist Police. The Tourist Police were organized specifically to aid
> visiting foreigners with questions or complaints. The Tourist Police
> have also provided a great deal of assistance to Embassy consular
> officers. You can reach the Tourist Police from anywhere in Thailand
> by dialing 1155. See **Appendix N** for a telephone directory of local
> Tourist Police offices throughout the country.
>
> **Replacing a Lost or Stolen Passport**
>
> In the event that your U.S. passport is lost or stolen in Thailand,
> the Consular Section can issue you a replacement passport upon
> verification of your [identity]{.underline} and your
> [citizenship.]{.underline} Before you apply for a new passport, you
> should report the loss or theft of your passport to the nearest police
> station as soon as possible. The police will not accept a report by
> telephone or from someone else on your behalf. The original police
> report must be submitted to the Embassy with your passport
> application. **For instructions on applying for a passport, see
> Appendix A**.
>
> After you pick up your replacement passport, you must take it to the
> Thai Immigration Bureau, where a replacement entry stamp will be
> issued. You will not be able to leave Thailand without the replacement
> stamp. The Immigration Bureau is located approximately three
> kilometers from the Embassy, at 507 Soi Suan Plu, South Sathorn Road
> (see map on page 1).
>
> **Injury or Illness**
>
> Should you be injured or become seriously ill while in Thailand, the
> American Citizens Services Unit will assist you in finding an
> appropriate medical facility and will inform family and friends at
> your request. A list of medical facilities is included in **Appendix
> K**.
>
> **Lost or Stolen Valuables**
>
> You should report thefts and losses (including passports) to the
> nearest police station as soon as possible and in person. The police
> will not accept a report by telephone.

## [Lost Credit Card]{.underline}

> The following numbers can be used for replacing lost or stolen credit
> cards:

-   American Express -- 0-2273-0044

-   Visa -- 001-800-11-535-0660 (toll-free number available 24 hours a
    day)

-   MasterCard -- 001-800-11-887-0663 (toll-free number available 24
    hours a day)

## [Lost Travelers Checks]{.underline}

> Please see **Appendix B** for information on replacing lost travelers
> checks.
>
> **[Lost Airline Ticket]{.underline}**
>
> If you should lose your airline ticket, it is vital that you call the
> airline immediately. Depending upon the airline and type of ticket,
> you may be able to have it replaced free or for a small charge. See
> **Appendix C** for a list of telephone numbers of airlines that have
> service to Thailand.
>
> **Obtaining Funds**
>
> Should you be in need of funds, consular officers can help contact
> your family, bank or employer and arrange for them to send you funds.
> Please see **Appendix D**, "Sending Money to Americans in Thailand".
> In some cases, these funds may be wired to you through the Department
> of State. For more information, see **Appendix E**, "Sending Money to
> Overseas Citizens Services".
>
> **Arrest of an American in Thailand**
>
> If you are arrested in Thailand, ask the authorities to notify a U.S.
> consular officer at the Embassy or the Consulate General in Chiang
> Mai. Although we cannot interfere with the Thai legal system, we can
> work to protect your legitimate interests and ensure that you are not
> discriminated against. We can provide a list of local attorneys, visit
> you, inform you generally about local laws, and contact your family
> and friends on your behalf.
>
> **Death of an American in Thailand**

##### When an American dies in Thailand, a consular officer notifies the next-of-kin and informs them about options and costs for disposition of remains. A consular officer prepares a Report of Death based on the Thai death certificate; this is forwarded to the next-of-kin for use in estate and insurance matters.

> **Disaster or Evacuation**
>
> We will do everything possible to contact and advise you in case of a
> natural disaster or civil disturbance. We encourage you to register
> with the Embassy so that we will be able to reach you during a crisis
> situation.

## Non-Emergency Services

**Passports**

> For information on applying for a passport, please see **Appendix A**.
> Please be sure to allow at least two weeks for processing.

**Registering the Birth of a U.S. Citizen Abroad**

##### For information on registering the birth of a U.S. citizen in Thailand, please see **Appendix F**.

###### Notarial Services

> Consular Officers perform notary services customarily provided by
> Notaries Public in the U.S. Persons requiring such services should
> visit the Consular Section during regular office hours. Please note
> that a consular officer cannot witness a will. Note also that a
> consular officer cannot certify that documents are valid or that
> statements made are true. He or she can attest only to the oath taken
> by the person making the statements or presenting the documents.
>
> Please bring the following items when you come for a notarization:

-   The document(s) to be notarized.

-   Photo identification.

-   Witnesses, if necessary.

-   US\$55.00 cash (either baht or dollars) for each document; checks
    cannot be accepted.

##  Federal Benefits

> It is possible to receive federal benefits in Thailand. To apply for
> Social Security benefits, you need to apply to the Social Security
> Administration 3 months before reaching the age of 62 by completing a
> questionnaire. The U.S. Embassy can provide copies of the
> questionnaire. Once completed, the questionnaire is then sent to the
> regional Social Security representative in Manila, Philippines. They
> will then reply directly to the applicant and will provide additional
> forms, which need to be sent directly to the Social Security
> Administration in Baltimore, Maryland. The Social Security
> Administration recommends allowing 120 days for processing.
>
> The address of the regional Social Security Representative is:
>
> Social Security Administration
>
> U.S. Embassy
>
> 1131 Roxas Blvd.
>
> 0930 Manila
>
> Philippines
>
> The address of the Social Security Administration main office is:
>
> Social Security Administration
>
> Office of International Operations
>
> P.O. Box 17769
>
> Baltimore, MD 21235
>
> U.S.A
>
> Most U.S. Treasury checks are sent first to the Embassy, which then
> distributes the checks to recipients. The Embassy suggests that checks
> be deposited directly into the recipient's bank account. This helps
> prevent difficulties in cases of lost, stolen, misplaced or late
> checks, as well as delays in accessing funds due to bank clearance
> rules.
>
> If you would like your check to be direct deposited into a bank
> account in Thailand, you need to contact Bangkok Bank. This is the
> only Thai bank in which Social Security payments can be direct
> deposited. Their address is:
>
> Bangkok Bank
>
> Foreign Exchange Department
>
> 333 Silom Road
>
> Bangkok 10500
>
> Thailand
>
> If you already receive Social Security or other federal benefits in
> the United States, and you intend to move to Thailand, please notify
> the Social Security Administration or other federal agency of your
> change of address. Your benefits will then be sent to your new
> address. Contact the Consular Section to advise us of your residence
> in Thailand and inquire about the procedures for having your benefit
> checks sent overseas or deposited directly into your account.
>
> You may reach the Federal Benefits Unit of the Embassy at 0-2405-4272.
> You may also want to check out the State Department website at
> [http://.travel.state.gov/fed_benefits.html](). There you will find
> links to the websites of many federal agencies, including the Social
> Security Administration and the Department of Veterans Affairs, among
> others.

## U.S. Income Tax Assistance

> U.S. citizens are responsible for reporting their worldwide income
> even if they live outside the United States. You may be entitled to
> various deductions, exclusions, and credits based on your status. The
> Embassy can provide federal tax forms and publications, but does not
> have a representative to answer tax questions.
>
> The nearest IRS representative is located in Singapore. Their address
> is:
>
> Regional Internal Revenue Service Representative
>
> c/o U.S. Embassy
>
> 27 Napier Road
>
> Singapore 258508
>
> Tel: (65) 6476-9413 Fax: (65) 6476-9030
>
> The International Office of the IRS is in Washington, D.C. Their
> address is:
>
> 950 L'Enfant Plaza South, SW
>
> Washington, DC 20024
>
> Tel: (202) 874-1492 Fax: (202) 874-1644
>
> You may also wish to consult the Internal Revenue Service website at
> [http://]{.underline}[www.irs.ustreas.gov](http://www.irs.ustreas.gov/).
> There you can obtain copies of all IRS forms, instructions and
> publications. You may also want to consult IRS Publication 54: [Tax
> Guide for U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad]{.underline}. You
> can obtain a copy on-line at
> [http://]{.underline}[www.irs.ustreas.gov/form_pubs/pubs.html](http://www.irs.ustreas.gov/form_pubs/pubs.html),
> or at the Embassy.

##  Voting in U.S. Federal and State Elections

> Most U.S. citizens who reside abroad are eligible to vote in U.S.
> elections. Eligibility depends upon the laws and regulations of your
> state of residence in the U.S. The absentee voting process is designed
> to permit citizens who will be away from their local polling places on
> Election Day to vote by mail. Absentee voters should request their
> ballots at least 60 days before an election. A broad range of
> information is accessible through the Federal Voting Assistance
> Program at
> [http://]{.underline}[www.fvap.ncr.gov](http://www.fvap.ncr.gov/).

##  Child Custody Disputes

> In an international custody dispute, a consular officer can try to
> locate the child abroad, monitor the child's welfare, and provide
> general information to the American parent about laws and procedures
> which may be used to effect the child's return to the U.S. Consular
> officers may not take custody of the child, or help a parent regain
> custody of a child by force or deception.
>
> At this time, Thailand is not a signatory to the Hague Convention on
> International Child Abduction. For information on international
> adoption and international parental child abduction, refer to the
> State Department website at
> [http://travel.state.gov/children\'s_issues.html]{.underline} or
> telephone (202) 736-7000. For more information on international
> parental child abduction, please see the State Department website at
> [http://travel.state.gov/abduct.html](http://www.travel.state.gov/abduct.html).
> In addition to general information, you will find a Thailand-specific
> flyer, which summarizes Thai law in this area.

**Visa Information for American Citizens in Thailand**

For information on visas available to Americans in Thailand, please see
**Appendix G**.

###  {#section-1 .unnumbered}

## Thai Tax Liability

The issue of tax liability for U.S. citizens living in Thailand is
covered under the 1996 tax treaty between the United States and
Thailand. It is best to consult a qualified tax advisor on all issues
pertaining to taxation and the treaty.

## Getting Married in Thailand

For a guide to getting married in Thailand, please see **Appendix H.**

### **Staying Safe** {#staying-safe .unnumbered}

Pickpocketing, purse snatching, and other petty crimes are common in
areas where tourists gather. Many tourists fall victim to gem scams, in
which a friendly stranger offers to show the tourist an exceptional
place to buy gems. The gems turn out to be greatly overpriced, and
money-back guarantees are not honored. If you have fallen victim to a
gem scam, please contact the local branch of the Thai Tourist Police or
the Tourist Assistance Center at their local toll free phone number of
1155. For more information on gem scams and what you can do if you are
victimized, please see **Appendix I**.

When attempting to catch a taxi at the airport, travelers should avoid
unlicensed taxis and only use taxis from the airport's official taxi
stand or go to the airport limousine counter and hire a car and driver
there. All major hotels in Bangkok can arrange to have a car and driver
meet incoming flights. It is not common for Thai taxis to pick up
additional passengers, and travelers should be wary of drivers seeking
to do so. In March 2000, a U.S. citizen was attacked and robbed by a
taxi driver and accomplice whom the driver picked up en route.

A number of travelers have reported being robbed after consuming drugged
food or drink offered them by a friendly stranger, sometimes posing as a
fellow traveler. Americans have also reported being drugged by casual
acquaintances they have met in a bar or on the street. In recent years,
the death of one U.S. citizen was allegedly the result of a drugging
incident. Some trekking tour companies, particularly in northern
Thailand, have been known to make drugs available to trekkers. Travelers
should avoid accepting drugs of any kind, as the drugs may be altered or
harmful, and the use or sale of drugs is illegal.

Credit card fraud has also been increasing. Travelers should protect
their credit cards and use them only in known or established businesses.

The loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported
immediately to the local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or
consulate. U.S. citizens may refer to the Department of State\'s
pamphlet, "A Safe Trip Abroad" for ways to promote a more trouble-free
journey. The pamphlet is available by mail from the [Superintendent of
Documents, U.S. Government Printing
Office](http://www.access.gpo.gov/su_docs), Washington, D.C. 20402, via
the Internet at [http://www.access.gpo.gov/su_docs]{.underline}, or via
the [Bureau of Consular Affairs home page](http://travel.state.gov/) at
[http://travel.state.gov](http://travel.state.gov/).

While in a foreign country, a U.S. citizen is subject to that country\'s
laws and regulations, which sometimes differ significantly from those in
the United States and may not afford the protections available to the
individual under U.S. law. Penalties for breaking the law can be more
severe than in the United States for similar offenses. Persons violating
Thai laws, even unknowingly, may be expelled, arrested or imprisoned.

In this connection, it is a criminal offense to make negative comments
about the King or other members of the royal family. Thais hold the King
in the highest regard, and it is a serious crime to make critical or
defamatory comments about him. This crime, dubbed \"lese majeste\", is
punishable by a prison sentence of three to fifteen years. Purposely
tearing or destroying Thai bank notes, which carry an image of the King,
may be considered such an offense.

Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking of illegal drugs in
Thailand are severe, and convicted offenders can expect long jail
sentences and heavy fines. The U.S. Embassy frequently does not learn of
the arrest of U.S. citizens for minor drug offenses, particularly in
southern Thailand, until several days after the incident. Prison
conditions in Thailand are harsh, and Thailand has a death sentence for
serious drug offenses. A recent change in Thai law lowered threshold
quantities that may result in its imposition. After a period when the
death penalty was seldom imposed, Thailand is once again executing
convicted traffickers. There are at present approximately fifteen
Americans serving long-term prison sentences in Thailand, but in
previous years the total went above sixty. A ruse sometimes used to
transport drugs out of the country involves offering an American a free
vacation to Thailand, then requesting the American\'s assistance in
transporting excess \"luggage\" or gifts back to the United States. The
American\'s claim that he or she did not know that the package contained
drugs has not been a successful defense in Thailand.

There is additional information on safety and security in Thailand in
the Embassy's Consular Information Sheet. You can download a copy at
<http://travel.state.gov/thailand.html>, or pick up a copy in the
Consular Section of the Embassy.

### **Staying Healthy** {#staying-healthy .unnumbered}

Many medical conditions occurring in Thailand are also common in the
U.S., but may occur with greater frequency here because of humid
weather, air pollution and local sanitary conditions. The persistent
heat and humidity are fatiguing and contribute to a high incidence of
fungal skin infections, ear canal infections, heat rashes and intestinal
disorders. Vehicle pollution creates serious air quality problems in
Bangkok. Burning eyes, sore throats and upper respiratory symptoms are
common in the worst areas.

Other conditions such as intestinal disorders can be prevented by paying
careful attention to sanitation and hand cleanliness, particularly when
handling food. Mosquitoes of many types are found in Thailand including
those that carry dengue fever, Japanese B encephalitis and malaria.
Although malaria is not prevalent in Bangkok or Chiang Mai, it is a
potential risk for travelers to outlying areas. Wearing protective
clothing, remaining in well-screened areas and using insect repellents
while in mosquito-infested areas can be effective preventive measures.

In the larger cities such as Bangkok and Chiang Mai household water
comes from water purification plants, but the probability of
contamination in the distribution system due to inadequate sewage
facilities is always present, especially during the rainy season. Boiled
or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice cubes and
brushing teeth. During times of flooding, drinking water often becomes
contaminated by seepage into the delivery pipes and diarrheal diseases
invariably increase in frequency. Since the water here contains no
fluoride, it is recommended that children aged 6 months to 16 years use
a fluoride supplement.

HIV/AIDS is a serious problem in Thailand. The disease first appeared in
significant numbers in 1988 among IV drug users. It has since moved into
the heterosexually promiscuous population, including prostitutes and
their customers. In other parts of Southeast Asia the epidemic is at an
earlier stage, but in all locales prostitutes have a very high rate of
HIV infection. The rate of infection has decreased over the past three
years and experts attribute this to an increasing use of condoms. Those
engaging in high-risk activities should be aware that precautions are
necessary.

A certificate of yellow fever vaccination may be required for travelers
entering Thailand from an infected area. No vaccinations are required,
though the Centers for Disease Control recommend several. More
information may be obtained from the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention's International Traveler's Hotline at 1-888-FYI-TRIP
(1-877-394-8747); fax: 1-888-CDC-FAXX (1-877-232-3299), or by visiting
the CDC internet home page at [http://www.cdc.gov/travel]{.underline}.

## Medical Facilities

Medical facilities are available in Thailand, but in some cases they do
not meet U.S. standards. Thailand does not have an American hospital,
but there are many private hospitals used by the expatriate community.
Many hospitals have at least some doctors with a reasonable command of
English who are familiar with American medical care. In many cases,
doctors have received training in the U.S. or other Western countries.
Hospitals outside of the capital may not be able to offer a wide range
of English services.

Serious medical problems requiring hospitalization and/or medical
evacuation to the United States can cost thousands of dollars or more.
Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate payment for health services
and U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United
States. U.S. Medicare and Medicaid programs do not provide payment for
medical services outside the United States. Check with your insurance
company to confirm whether your policy applies overseas, including
provision for medical evacuation. Ascertain whether payment will be made
to the overseas hospital or doctor or whether you will be reimbursed
later for expenses you incur. Some insurance policies also include
coverage for psychiatric treatment and for the disposition of remains in
the event of death. Useful information on medical emergencies abroad,
including overseas insurance programs, is provided in the brochure
"Medical Information for Americans Traveling Abroad", available via the
Bureau of Consular Affairs home page
([http://travel.state.gov](http://travel.state.gov/)) or autofax service
at (202) 647-3000. A list of major hospitals is included in **Appendix
K**.

### **Doing Business in Thailand** {#doing-business-in-thailand .unnumbered}

If you are considering doing business in Thailand, we highly recommend
you contact the Foreign Commercial Service of the Department of Commerce
at the Embassy. They provide a wide variety of services to American
businesses interested in investment or import/export. Contact the
American Business Information Center, which is located at Diethelm Tower
A, Suite 302, 93/1 Wireless Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330. Telephone:
662/205-5090; fax: 662/255-2915. Their website is
[http://]{.underline}[www.buyusa.gov/thailand/en](http://www.buyusa.gov/thailand/en).
E-mail:
[bangkok.office.box@mail.doc.gov](mailto: bangkok.office.box@mail.doc.gov).
Another useful contact for U.S. citizens doing business in Thailand, or
considering setting up a business here, is the American Chamber of
Commerce in Thailand. The Chamber is located in the Kian Gwan Bldg. 2,
140/1 Wireless Road, Lumphini, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Tel.
02251-9266-7 Fax. 02651 4472. Website:
[http://]{.underline}[www.amchamthailand.org](http://www.amchamthailand.org/).

E-mail:<info@amchamthailand.com>.

### **Daily Living in Thailand** {#daily-living-in-thailand .unnumbered}

###  **Banking and Currency** {#banking-and-currency .unnumbered}

> The basic unit of Thai currency is the baht. It is divided into 100
> satang. There are bills of 10, 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1,000 baht. Coin
> of 1, 5 and 10 baht and of 25 and 50 satang are in general
> circulation. For many years, the baht was closely linked to the U.S.
> dollar, averaging an exchange rate of B25.00 to the dollar. Beginning
> in July 1997, the Thai government allowed the baht to float freely
> against the dollar and other currencies. During late 1997 and early
> 1998, the exchange rate ranged between 55 baht and 38 baht to the
> dollar. As of early 2002, the baht traded at around 43 to one U.S.
> dollar.
>
> A number of foreign and Thai banks provide all normal banking
> services. ATM machines connected to the Cirrus and Plus networks are
> common throughout Thailand. Hotels and some currency exchange shops
> are licensed to deal in foreign currencies. No restrictions are placed
> on the importation of Thai or foreign currency.
>
> **Hotels and Tourism**
>
> Thailand is a very popular tourist destination and has a wide range of
> hotels. Hotels are generally ranked by a star system or by price.
> Prices for the rooms may vary seasonally. For information on
> accommodations in Thailand, call the Tourist Service Hotline at 1672.

**Shopping**

> Some purchases may qualify for reimbursement of the VAT (value added
> tax) upon departing Thailand. Participating stores will display signs
> advertising the VAT refund and will give customers a voucher detailing
> the items purchased and the tax amount the customer should expect to
> receive upon departure. Many stores have a minimum price for a VAT
> refund to be offered. To receive more information, please phone the
> Tourist Service Hotline at 1672.

#### Applying for a Driver's License in Thailand

##### Please see **Appendix J** for information on applying for a driver's license in Thailand.

**Transportation**

> Major highways and roads in Thailand are generally good, although they
> are very congested in the larger cities, especially in Bangkok.
> Highways, many of them four lane express ways connect most of the
> larger cities in Thailand and are usually in fairly good condition.
>
> There are many opportunities to rent a car or mini-van, or to hire one
> with a driver. Many international car rental companies have offices in
> Bangkok and some of the other cities.
>
> Air-conditioned trains and overnight buses serve the entire country.
> Most trains terminate at Hua Lamphong Station in Bangkok (Tel: (02)
> 223-7010). You can contact the station directly for general
> information on rail travel, rail passes and ticketing. Inter-city
> buses connect most cities and towns in Thailand.
>
> Most major airlines have offices in Bangkok. Many airlines can cross
> book tickets with other airlines. Please see **Appendix C** for a list
> of airline offices in Bangkok.

**Public Transportation**

> Bangkok has an extensive public transportation service. Bus prices
> vary according to distance, availability of seating, air-conditioning
> and size of the bus. Prices range between 3.5 baht to 25 baht. Buses
> can be extremely crowded during rush hour. In addition, Bangkok has an
> overhead rapid-transit system (the "BTS Skytrain") which opened in
> 1999. A subway system is under construction. Below are some useful
> contact numbers:
>
> [Public buses]{.underline}: Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA)
> Hotline: Dial 184; website:
> [http://www.bmta.motc.go.th/index-e.html]{.underline}
>
> [Bangkok BTS Skytrain]{.underline}: Tel: 0-2617-7300; Website:
> [http://www.bts.co.th]{.underline}
>
> [Taxi Cabs]{.underline} (Bangkok):
>
> Call Taxi Tel: 0-2319-9911 (fluent English spoken)
>
> Prabhirard Transport Company Tel: 0-2535-2634

**Communications**

> [Postal Services]{.underline}
>
> U.S. Embassies and Consulates do not hold mail for Americans traveling
> abroad. Thailand's mail service is generally reliable, but for
> important items use certified mail or registration services.
> Deliveries are twice daily Monday to Saturday and once on Sunday and
> public holidays. The main GPO (Post and Telegraph Office) is on
> Charoen Krung Road, Tel: 0-2233-1050. It offers a 24-hour service and
> some English is spoken. Thailand is served by district and branch post
> offices.
>
> [Telephone Operator Assistance]{.underline}
>
> To place a regular or collect call to the United States, U.S. direct
> telephone service is available.
>
> To Use: Dial:
>
> AT&T 001-999-11111
>
> U.S. Sprint 001-999-13877
>
> MCI 001-999-12001
>
> [Newspapers and Magazines]{.underline}
>
> English language newspapers and magazines are available from larger
> newsstands. American and British magazines are generally more
> expensive than domestic subscriptions. Many bookstores carry books in
> English.
>
> There are two main locally published newspapers that publish a fairly
> wide selection of local and international news. Yearly subscription
> available, with home delivery in some areas:
>
> *[Bangkok Post]{.underline}* Tel: 0-2240-3772-9
>
> *[The Nation]{.underline}* Tel: 0-2317-2064
>
> In addition, some larger cities publish English language newspapers
> more infrequently. These are often published by the expatriate
> community and feature mostly local news.
>
> [Radio and Television]{.underline}
>
> There are currently over 75 AM and FM radio stations in Bangkok. Many
> stations broadcast in both English and Thai or play music that might
> be of interest to English speaking listeners. Popular English stations
> include 95.5 FMX, Smooth 105FM and Easy 105.5.
>
> Thai television utilizes the PAL system; American NTSC sets cannot
> receive Thai broadcasts. The domestic channel broadcasts are all in
> Thai with the exception of such programs such as news and western
> movies where the English soundtrack is broadcast on FM radio. Cable
> television is available from United Broadcasting Corporation (UBC).
> Their address is 118/1 Tipco Building, Rama IV Road, Tel: 0-2271-7171.

###  {#section-2 .unnumbered}

### **Importing Household Effects** {#importing-household-effects .unnumbered}

> If you are intending to import household effects after your arrival in
> Bangkok, it is important that you import them in compliance with Thai
> customs law. We recommend you contact Thai customs officials directly,
> or consult the Thai Customs Department website at
> [http://]{.underline}[www.customs.go.th/eng/process.html](http://www.customs.go.th/eng/process.html).

**Guide to Services**

The following five sections contain a representative selection of
services available to visitors and residents of Thailand. These include
real estate agents, schools and universities, Thai language schools,
churches and community organizations. Inclusion in this booklet does not
constitute endorsement by the Embassy, and the lists are not intended to
be exhaustive or definitive. If you have any suggestions regarding
organizations to be included, please feel free to contact us. For more
information, you may wish to consult **Bangkok Guide,** published by the
Australian-New Zealand Women's Group and available in bookstores
throughout Thailand.

###  {#section-3 .unnumbered}

### **Real Estate Agents** {#real-estate-agents .unnumbered}

> All listed agents have English-speaking staff.

### Adna {#adna .unnumbered}

## Tel: 0-2617-7400

> Fax: 0-2617-7398
>
> E-mail: <apark@loxinfo.co.th>

### Brooke Hillier Parker {#brooke-hillier-parker .unnumbered}

> Tel: 0-2679-1939-48
>
> Fax: 0-2670-1937-38

### Chesterton Thai {#chesterton-thai .unnumbered}

## Tel: 0-2651-9456

> Fax: 0-2651-9465
>
> E-mail: <cheston@loxinfo.co.th>

### Colliers Jardine {#colliers-jardine .unnumbered}

> Tel: 0-2267-8350, 0-2252-1000; Fax: 0-2267-8363

### Commercial Projects Management {#commercial-projects-management .unnumbered}

> Tel: 0-2229-4284-9 Fax: 0-2229-4291

### Dazzle Ltd {#dazzle-ltd .unnumbered}

> Tel: 0-1914-4633 Fax: 0-2390-0300

### Residential Rentals {#residential-rentals .unnumbered}

> Tel: 0-2749-3160, 0-2744-4425-6 Fax: 0-2744-4427

### Transpo {#transpo .unnumbered}

##### Tel: 0-2261-8208 Fax: 0-2258-6555

### Real Estate Pros {#real-estate-pros .unnumbered}

## Tel: 0-2260-9990 Fax: 0-2258-1082

### Relocations Ltd {#relocations-ltd .unnumbered}

> Tel: 0-2255-5498-9 Fax: 0-2253-5278 E-mail: <relocate@samart.co.th>

### **Schools and Universities** {#schools-and-universities .unnumbered}

######### 

######### Schools

> **Bangkok Patana School** **(BPS)**
>
> 2/38 Soi 105 (Lasalle)
>
> Sukhumvit Rd, Bangkok 10260. Tel: 0-2398-0200.
>
> Fax: 0-2399-3179. E-mail: <patanarc@loxinfo.co.th>
>
> Web: [www.patana.com](http://www.patana.com/)
>
> The campus accommodates children between the ages of 2 ½ to 18. The
> school is based on the UK National Curriculum IB. 1,545 students were
> enrolled in 1998.
>
> **Didyasarin International School of Asia Pacific (DIS)**

## Sukhumvit Campus: 59-59/1 Soi 49/3 Sukhumvit Rd

## Bangkok 10110 (near Samitivej Hospital). Tel: 0-2258-7829

> Fax: 0-2261-0330. E-mail: <diselem@samart.co.th>
>
> Bang Na Campus: 900 Moo 3, Bang Na Km 15,
>
> Samut Prakarn 10540 (in Green Valley Country Club). Tel: 0-2312-5660
>
> Fax: 0-2312-5797. E-mail: <disbang@ksc.th.com>
>
> Web: [www.dis.ac.th](http://www.dis.ac.th/)

## The school ranges from Kindergarten to grade 12. Its curriculum is based on American standards with an international perspective. 450 students were enrolled in 1998.

## 

## Garden International School (GIS) 

## 188/24 Moo 24, Pala Ban Chang Rd, Tambon Pala,

## Amphoe Ban Chang, Rayong 21130. Tel: 0-3888-0360-4

## Fax: 0-3863-0735.

## 

## Established in 1994, GIS offers Nursery through Secondary school based on the UK National Curriculum.

## 

## Harrow International School

## Bangkok Garden, 289 Soi New Sathorn Rd 24,

## Yannawa, Bangkok 10120. Tel: 672-0123-6

## Fax: 0-2672-0127. E-mail: [**his@loxinfo.co.th**](mailto:his@loxinfo.co.th).

> The School supports children between 3 and 18 years of ages and has
> boarding facilities. It is based on the British National Curriculum.
>
> **International Community School (ICS)**

## 72 Soi Prong Chai, Si Bamphen Rd, Thung Mahamek

> Sathorn Bangkok 10120. Tel: 0-2679-7175-7. Fax: 0-2287-4530.
>
> ICS offers kindergarten to Grade 12. It is affiliated with the Network
> of International Christian/Community Schools in Memphis and has
> received Candidate Status for accreditation with the Western
> Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and Association of
> Christian Schools International (ACSI).
>
> **International School of Bangkok (ISB)**
>
> Samakee Campus, 39/7 Soi Nichada Thani, Samakee Rd, Pakkret,
> Nonthaburi 11120.
>
> Tel: 0-2583-5420. Fax: 0-2583-5431. Web:
> [www.isb.ac.th](http://www.isb.ac.th/)
>
> The School is divided into four sections Kindergarten, Elementary
> (1-5), Middle (6-8), High School (9-12). Placement interviews are
> normally conducted for new students. The school is accredited by the
> US Accrediting Commission of Schools and Colleges. Over 1,900 children
> are enrolled.
>
> **International School Eastern Seaboard (ISE)**
>
> PO Box 6, and 282 Moo 5, Tambon Barwin, Bang Lamung, Si Racha,
> Chonburi 10250.
>
> Tel: 0-3834-5150. Fax: 0-3834-5156.
>
> Offers pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Based on the American
> curriculum. Located 30 minutes from Pattaya. 330 students were
> enrolled in 1998.
>
> **International School of the Regents (ISR)**
>
> 33/3 Moo 1, Pong, Bang Lamung, Chonburi 10250
>
> Tel: 0-3873-4777. Fax: 0-2661-9889. E-mail:
> <isrpty@chonburi.ksc.co.th>
>
> Web: [www.isr.ac.th](http://www.isr.ac.th/)
>
> ISR is a co-educational day and boarding school, which is based on the
> English National Curriculum. Enrollment consists of 450 students.

### **Lycee Francais de Bangkok** {#lycee-francais-de-bangkok .unnumbered}

> 29 Sathorn Tai (South) Rd, Bangkok 10120.
>
> Tel: 0-2287-1599. Fax: 0-2679-2059
>
> Recognized by the French Ministry of Education for schools in France
> and abroad. Supports kindergarten, primary and secondary school with
> 510 students enrolled.
>
> **New International School of Thailand (NIST)**
>
> 36 Soi 15, Sukhumvit Rd, Bangkok 10110.
>
> Tel: 0-2651-2065, 0-2253-0109, 0-2251-6397-8. Fax: 0-2253-3800.
>
> E-mail: <admissions@nist.ac.th> Web:
> [www.nist.ac.th](http://www.nist.ac.th/)
>
> NIST is a United Nations related school whose philosophy is based on
> principles and purposes in the Charter of the United Nations. The
> school provides pre-kindergarten to Grade 12. 1,000 students were
> enrolled in 1998.

### **Poomdee International Home School** {#poomdee-international-home-school .unnumbered}

> 52/1 Soi 53, Sukhumvit Rd, Bangkok 10110.
>
> Tel: 0-2258-7964-5. Fax: 0-2258-7706.
>
> Caters to children who need extra attention and care. Is based on the
> UK National/World Wide curriculum. Enrollment consists of 16 students
> who range from ages 5-11.

### **Rose Marie Academy** {#rose-marie-academy .unnumbered}

> 39/6 Soi Nichada Thani, Samakee Rd, Pakkret, Nonthaburi 11120.
>
> Tel: 0-2960-3661-3. Fax: 0-2960-3664
>
> Accommodates students 1 ½ to 20 years old. It is based on an
> international curriculum and has 150 students enrolled.
>
> **Ruamrudee International School (RIS)**
>
> 42 Moo 4, Soi 184, Ramkamhaeng Rd, Minburi, Bangkok 10510.
>
> Tel: 0-2518-0320-29. Fax: 0-2518-0303. E-mail: <director@rism.ac.th>
>
> RIS is affiliated with the Catholic Church however, students do not
> need to be Catholic to attend. RIS is accredited by the Western
> Association of Schools and Colleges. It accommodated students from
> kindergarten to Grade 12. 1,900 students were enrolled in 1998.

### **Ruamrudee International School, Swiss Section** {#ruamrudee-international-school-swiss-section .unnumbered}

> 42 Moo 3, Soi 184, Ramkamhaeng Rd, Minburi, Bangkok 10510.
>
> Tel: 0-2518-0340,43,44. Fax: 0-2518-0341.
>
> This school is divided into four sections: Pre-school (VS1-3),
> entrance at 3, 4, 5 years; Primary (KL1-6), entrance at 6 years;
> Secondary (7-10); Gymnasium (Grades 11-13). It is based on the Swiss
> Education Curriculum. 280 students were enrolled in 1998.

### **St. Andrews International School Bangkok** {#st.-andrews-international-school-bangkok .unnumbered}

> 9 Soi Panithckul, Soi 71, Sukhumvit Rd, Bangkok 10110.
>
> Tel: 0-2381-2387-8, 0-2390-1780, 0-2391-4845. Fax: 0-2391-5227.
>
> E-mail: <st_andrews@thai.com>
>
> This school can accommodate 360 students from kindergarten to Year 6.
> It is based on the UK National Curriculum.

### **St. Andrews International School Rayong** {#st.-andrews-international-school-rayong .unnumbered}

> Rayong Green Valley Estate, 23 Moo 7, Ban Chang-MakhamRd, Rayong
> 21330.
>
> Tel: 0-3883-9716-9. Fax: 0-3889-3720.
>
> E-mail: <st_andrews@thai.com>
>
> This school can support 1,200 students from nursery to Year 7. It is
> based on the UK National Curriculum.

### **Saint John's International School** {#saint-johns-international-school .unnumbered}

> 1110/3 Lad Prao Rd, Bangkok 10900
>
> Tel: 0-2513-8575-90, 0-2513-0579. Fax: 0-2513-5273.
>
> The school is based on the UK National Curriculum and offers
> pre-school to Year 6.
>
> **St. Michael International School (SMI)**
>
> 400 Sukhumvit Garden City, Soi 79, Sukhumvit Rd, Prakanong, Bangkok
> 10250.
>
> Tel: 0-2332-9820-9. Fax: 0-2311-7412.
>
> Offers Primary grades to students 1-10 years of age. It is based on
> the UK National Curriculum. Enrollment consists of 70 students.
>
> **Shrewsbury International School**
>
> 1922 Charoen Krung Rd
>
> Wat Prayakrai
>
> Bang Kholame
>
> Bangkok 10120
>
>  
>
> Tel: 0066 2675 1888
>
> Fax: 0066 2675 3606
>
> [www.**shrewsbury**.ac.th](http://www.shrewsbury.ac.th/)

###  {#section-8 .unnumbered}

### **Thai Chinese International School** {#thai-chinese-international-school .unnumbered}

> Km 12 Bang Na-Trat Rd, Kwaeng Bang Phli Yai,
>
> Khet Bang Phli, Samut Prakarn 10280.
>
> Tel: 0-2751-1210
>
> Offers an American-based curriculum in English and Mandarin from
> pre-kinder to Grade 10.

### **Thai Japanese Association School** {#thai-japanese-association-school .unnumbered}

> 258 Soi 4 (Rongrian Yipun) Rama IX Rd, Bangkok 10320.
>
> Tel: 0-2314-7334-5, 0-2314-7797-8, 0-2314-4151.
>
> Offers Primary to Junior High school. All classes are taught in
> Japanese. Approximately 2,000 students are enrolled with the school.

### **Traill International School** {#traill-international-school .unnumbered}

> 36 Soi 18, Ramkamhaeng Rd, Hua Mark, Bangkok 10240.
>
> Tel: 0-2314-5250. Fax: 0-2318-7194.
>
> The school focuses on practical work in the fields of science and
> computer technology. It is a member of the European Council of
> International Schools. The school is based on the UK National
> Curriculum and can accommodate students 4-18 years of age.
>
> **Universal International School (UIS)**
>
> 49 Moo 4, Thanarat Rd, Tambon Nong Nam Daeng,
>
> Amphoe Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima 30130.
>
> Tel: 0-4432-8334/43, 0-4431-2942, 0-4432-8345.
>
> Fax: 0-4431-3519.
>
> UIS is an international boarding school, which offers classes for
> students between 6 and 18 years of age. An interview with the
> headmaster is required for admission.

### **[Universities]{.underline}** {#universities .unnumbered}

###  {#section-9 .unnumbered}

> Various Thai universities offer classes in English for selected
> Bachelor and Master Degree programs. For more information contact the
> **Ministry of University Affairs**. Tel: 0-2246-0025, 0-2246-1106.

### **Thai Language Schools** {#thai-language-schools .unnumbered}

> American University Alumni (AUA) Language Center, 179 Rajdamri road,
> Bangkok 10330. Tel: 0-2650-5040; Fax: 0-2254-4338.
>
> BIS International School, behind Villa Supermarket, 591/9 Sukhumit
> between Soi 33 and 33/1. Tel: 0-2258-5099; Fax: 0-2259-4338.
>
> ECC Thailand, 430/17-24 Chula Soi 64, Siam Square. Tel: 0-2252-8570,
> 0-2253-3312, ext. 177; Fax: 0-2254-2243.
>
> Jentana & Associates, 5/8 Sukhumvit Soi 31, Tel: 0-2260-6138; Fax:
> 0-2259-8580. E-mail: <jentana@loxinfo.co.th>.

# Houses of Worship

> Calvary Baptist Church

## International Interdenominational

## 88 Sukhumvit Soi 2 

## Tel: 0-2251-8278, 0-2251-0809

> [http://www.thai-into.net/churches/calvary]{.underline}
>
> Christ Church
>
> (Anglican and Episcopalian)
>
> 11 Convent Road

## Tel: 0-2234-3634, 0-2235-8525, Fax: 0-2236-6994

## (res) Tel: 0-2266-2887

> Evangelical Church

## 42 Sukhumvit Soi 10

> Tel: 0-2653-0521 Fax: 0-2653-0522
>
> International Christian Assembly

## 196 Soi Ekamai 16, Sukhumvit 63

> Tel: 0-2391-4387 (office) 0-2381-1448 (res)
>
> International Church of Bangkok
>
> 328 Phaya Thai Road near the Asia Hotel (after June 1, 2002, at the
> Bangkok Christian College, 35 Soi Pramuan)
>
> Tel: 0-2258-5821
>
> Seventh Day Adventist Church

## 430 Phisanulok Road

> Tel: 0-2282-1100 ext. 571, Fax: 0-2280-0441
>
> Chaengwattana Community Church

## Nichada International Club, Soi Nichada Thani

> Soi Samakkhi (near ISB).
>
> Tel: 0-2960-3288, 0-2951-0672
>
> Fellowship Baptist Church
>
> 10/42 Mu Ban 1 Talat Khwan
>
> Soi Raewadi, Nonthaburi
>
> Tel: 0-2579-8764
>
> Assumption Cathedral
>
> 23 Soi Burapha (Oriental Lane) , Charoen Krung Rd.
>
> Tel: 0-2234--8556
>
> German Protestant Church of Thailand
>
> 343/1 Sukhumvit Soi 31
>
> Tel: 0-2258--0680
>
> Holy Redeemer Catholic Church
>
> 123/19 Ruam Rudi Lane
>
> Ploenchit Rd.
>
> Tel: 0-2256--6157
>
> Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
>
> 72 Chulinder Lane, Soi Asoke, Sukhumvit 21
>
> Tel: 0-2255--7022

##### Jewish Association of Thailand

> 121 Soi 2, Soi 22, Sukhumvit Road
>
> Tel: 0-2662-0244

### **American Organizations, Clubs and Special Interest Groups** {#american-organizations-clubs-and-special-interest-groups .unnumbered}

#  Clubs for Women

1)  American Women's Club (AWC)

> 171-173 Soi Phrom Si Sukhumvit Soi 49 -- 11
>
> Tel: 0-2381--9225, 0-2712-8054
>
> Fax: 0-2712 -- 8055
>
> E-mail: <awc_thailand@hotmail.com> website:
> <http://awc_th.tripod.com/>

2)  Christian Woman's Club

> Contact Nancy Pattarathammas
>
> Tel: 0-2252--4778--9

3)  International Woman's Club (IWC)

> PO Box 11-1475, Bangkok, 10112
>
> Tel: 0-2251--3399
>
> E--mail: <searhin@bkk2.loxinfo.co.th>

4)  Samut Prakarn International Ladies Club (SILC)

> Contact Marie Wilson
>
> Tel/Fax: 0-2751--9865

# Cultural Organizations and Theaters 

1)  AUA (American University Alumni)

> 179 Rajdamri Rd.
>
> Tel: 0-2251--1607
>
> Fax: 0-2251--1606

2)  Cultural Information Service Center

> Tel: 0-2247--0028 ext 110 (for English)

3)  DK Film House

> Tel: 0-2613--3533

4)  National Theater

> 1 Rachini Rd. near National Museum
>
> Tel: 0-2224--1342

5)  Thailand Cultural Center

> Thiam Ruam Mit Rd off Rashidapisek Rd
>
> Tel: 0-2247--0028

# Social and General Sporting and Social Clubs

1)  British Club (Fitness)

> 189 Surawong Rd.Tel: 0-2234--0247 Fax: 0-2235--1560 E-mail:
> <britclub@loxinfo.co.th> Website:
> [www.britclub.com](http://www.britclub.com/)

2)  Capitol Club (fitness)

> President Park Sukhumvit Soi 22 -- 24
>
> Tel: 0-2661--1210

3)  Mariner Club

> 227 Tha Rua Rd.
>
> Tel: 0-2249--3801

4)  Royal Bangkok Sports Club (RBSC)

> Henri Dunant Rd.
>
> Tel: 0-2251--0181--86

5)  Royal Varuna Yacht Club

> 286 Ratamnak Rd. Moo 12 Nong Prue Banglamung Chonburi
>
> Tel: 0-2234--0385 Fax: 0-2237--6648

# Special Interest Groups 

1)  Bangkok Combined Choirs

> Contact: Maureen Paetkua
>
> Tel: 0-2258--4234

2)  Bangkok Community Theatre

> Nana, PO Box 1279 Bangkok 10112
>
> Contact: Angela Mitchell
>
> Tel: 0-2258--8495 Website: [www.bct-th.org](http://www.bct-th.org/)

3)  Bangkok Music Society

> MBE Asoke Suite 50, 44/1-3 Sukhumvit Soi 21
>
> Contact: Daphne Colwell
>
> Tel/Fax: 0-2617--1880

4)  Bangkok Symphony Orchestra Foundation

> Contact: Witaya Tumoinsoontorn (Manager)
>
> Tel: 0-2223--0871--74

5)  Bangkok Woman's Forum

> Contact Suzanne Pimthong
>
> Tel: 0-2636--0540 (work) 0-2266--7952 (home)

6)  Bridge (Duplicate)

> Contact: American Woman's Club

7)  Christ Church Choir

> Contact: Graham Taylor
>
> Tel: 0-1842--8926 (mobile)

8)  Eastern Horizons

> PO Box 73, Khlong Chan, Bangkok 10240
>
> Tel/Fax: 0-2734--7424

9)  Foreign Correspondent's Club of Thailand (FCCT)

> Penthouse, Maneeya Centre, 518/5 Plonchit Rd.
>
> Tel: 0-2652--0580 Fax: 0-2652--0582 E--mail: <fcct@asiaaccess.net.th>

10) Ikebana

> Contact: Hayami Bierdrager
>
> Tel: 0-2300--3429

11) International Academy of Music

> 59/1 Sukhumvit Soi 39
>
> Tel: 0-2259--4545 Fax: 0-2261--4488
>
> E--mail: <academy@cybernet.in.th>

12) Magic Eyes Chao Phraya Barge Program

> 1867/164-166 Charoen Nakorn Rd. Klongson
>
> Tel: 0-2439--4746 Fax: 0-2439--4754
>
> E--mail: <barge@loxinfo.co.th>
>
> Website: [www.magiceyesbarge.org](http://www.magiceyesbarge.org/)

13) National Museum Volunteers Group

> PO Box 1305, Nana Post Office, Bangkok 10112

14) Siam Society

> 131 Sukhumvit Soi 21 (Asoke)
>
> Tel: 0-2259--4999 Fax: 0-2258--3491
>
> E--mail: <siams@telecom.scb.co.th> Website:
> [www.siam-society.org](http://www.siam-society.org/)

15) Thailand Crossword Game Club

> 633 Rama III Rd.
>
> Tel: 0-2295--0861--5

16) Treble Makers (Women)

> Contact: Margaret Truman
>
> Tel: 0-2960--3345

17) Wild Animal Rescue Foundation

> 231 Sukhumvit Soi 31
>
> Tel/Fax: 0-2662-0898 E-mail: <sconet@asiaaccess.net.th>

18) Wildlife Fund of Thailand

> 251/88 --90 Phaholyothin Rd.
>
> Tel: 0-2521--3435 Fax: 0-2552--6083

# Welfare Work -- Voluntary

1)  Baan Nor Giank (Home for Babies Affected by HIV)

> 59/33 Soi han Ying Phuangrathana, Prapoi Sukhumvit Soi 26
>
> Tel: 0-2258--5252

2)  Bangkok School for the Blind (Foundation for the Blind in Thailand)

> 420 Ratcawitchi Rd.
>
> Tel: 0-2246--0070

3)  Child Adoption Centre

> Department of Public Welfare, 255 Ratchawithi Rd. Bangkok 10400
>
> Tel: 0-2245--6393

4)  Concordia Welfare and Education Foundation (Concordia Day -- Care
    Centre)

> Sukhumvit Soi 70
>
> Tel: 0-2393--7909

5)  Empower

> Contact: Khun Surang
>
> Tel: 0-2236--9272

7\) Friends for all Children

25 Soi 1, Soi Ruam Rudi, Ploenchit Rd.

Contact: Khun Saowanee

Tel: 0-2252--6560 Fax: 0-2451--4309

8)  Home for Multiple --Handicapped Blind Children

> 21/13 Ramintra Soi 34, PO Box 88 Tharank Bangkaen 10230
>
> Tel: 0-2510--4895 Fax: 0-2943--6235

9)  Human Development Centre and SKIP (Slum Kindergarten Improvement
    Programme)

> 3757/15 Sukhumvit Soi 40
>
> Contact: Father Joe Maier or Khun Nina
>
> Tel: 0-2392--7981 Fax: 0-2391-4961

10) Immigration Detention Centre (Suan Phlu) Coordinating Committee

> Christ Church Convent Rd.
>
> Tel/fax: 0-2679--3871

11) National Catholic Commission on Migration (NCCM)

> Tel: 0-2234--8258

12) Pakkred Babies' Home

> Contact: Supervisor
>
> Tel: 0-2583--8314 Fax: 0-2583--3000

13) Pakkred Babies' Home for Physically and Mentally Handicapped

> Contact: Christ Church
>
> Tel: 0-2234--3634

14) Phya Thai Babies Home

> 264/1 Rama VI Rd.
>
> Contact: Khun Nontiee, Director
>
> Tel: 0-2246--4092

15) Project LIFE Foundation

> 6/479 -- 80 Soi 1 Rampsamsane 2
>
> Khun Pontip
>
> Tel: 0-2752--8180

16) Rahab Ministries

> 4^th^ Fl. Bdlg 3 Patpong 1 Rd
>
> Contact: Patricia Green
>
> Tel: 0-2236--9270

17) Rajavithi Home for Girls

> Ratchawithi Rd.
>
> Tel: 0-2246--4291
>
> Contact Khun Sudkasem at the Department of Public Welfare

18) Sparrow Home for Babies of Prisoners

> 20/1 Moo Baan Prachchun, Samakee Rd. Pakkret Nonthaburi iii20
>
> Khun Mayo
>
> Tel: 0-2503--7108

**Useful Websites**

U.S. Department of State

Travel Information
[http://travel.state.gov](http://www/travel.state.gov)

<http://travel.state.gov/thailand.html>

Consular Section U.S. Embassy Bangkok
<http://usa.or.th/embassy/consul.htm>[l]{.underline}

U.S. Consulate in Chiang Mai
[http://usa.or.th/consulcm/consulcm.html](http://www.usa.or.th/consulcm/consulcm.html)[.]{.underline}

Foreign Commercial Service in Bangkok
[http://www.buyusa.gov/thailand/en]{.underline}

Social Security Administration
[http://]{.underline}[www.ssa.gov](http://www.ssa.gov/)

Social Security Handbook
[http://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/handbook/ssa-hbk.htm]{.underline}

# Publications [http://]{.underline}[**www.ssa.gov/pubs/englist.html**](http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/englist.html)

SSA Forms
[http://]{.underline}[www.ssa.gov/online/online/forms.html](http://www.ssa.gov/online/online/forms.html)

##### Department of Veterans Affairs [http://]{.underline}[www.va.gov](http://www.va.gov/)

##### Internal Revenue Service [http://]{.underline}[www.irs.treas.gov](http://www.irs.gov/)

Federal Voting Assistance Program [http://www.fvap.ncr.gov]{.underline}

##### CDC website [http://]{.underline}[www.cdc.gov/travel/](http://www.cdc.gov/travel/)

Thai Immigration [http://www.imm.police.go.th]{.underline}

##### Tourism Authority of Thailand [http://www.tat.or.th/]{.underline}

##### Thai Customs [http://]{.underline}[www.customs.go.th/eng/process.html](http://www.customs.go.th/eng/process.html)

**Useful E-mail Addresses**

Consular Section:

American Citizen Services Unit acsbkk@state.gov

Visa Unit [visasbkk@state.gov]{.smallcaps}

**Appendix A**

**PASSPORT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS**

**[Note: effective April 8, 2002, passport applications are being
forwarded to the National Passport Center in New Hampshire for
processing, except in cases of emergency travel (see note on next page).
Please allow two weeks for processing.]{.underline}**

**Documentary Requirements (except for those applying in conjunction
with an application for a Consular Report of Birth Abroad):**

1\. Proof of Citizenship (Please bring one of the following original
documents):

-   Previously issued U.S. passport;

-   U.S. birth certificate (original or copy certified by an official
    government

custodian of birth records);

-   Certificate of Naturalization;

-   Consular Report of Birth Abroad

2\. Proof of Identity (Please bring one or more of the following
original documents):

-   Previously issued U.S. passport;

-   Certificate of Naturalization;

-   A formal identity document issued by a competent authority of the
    municipality, state, or country in which the applicant resides (e.g.
    driver's license)

3\. Photographs:

-   Two identical photographs are required. They must be recent, 2 x 2
    inches (with the size of the head between 1 and 1 3/8 inches), color
    or black and white. The photos must be clear, front view, full face,
    and in focus. The background must be plain white or off-white.
    Please print the applicant's first and last names on the backs of
    both photos. See **Appendix M** for a list of photo shops near the
    Embassy.

**Procedure:**

> 1\. Complete a passport application form (DS-11 or DS-82) **in black
> ink only**, legibly and completely. You may use passport application
> form DP-82 only if you have been issued a U.S. passport in your name
> within the past 12 years; you are able to submit your most recent U.S.
> passport at the time of application; and you were at least 18 years of
> age when your most recent passport was issued. If the passport you are
> applying for is a replacement for a lost, stolen or mutilated passport
> you must use form DS-11.

2\. Submit the application and required supporting documents to the
American Citizen Services Office between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. or 1 p.m.
and 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. **All applicants are required to
appear in person to submit passport applications**. You must sign your
application before a Consular Officer.

> 3\. If you are applying for a passport on behalf of a minor, the minor
> must be present at the time the application is executed. A minor may
> execute an application on his/her own behalf if he/she is 14 years or
> over. You must also bring the birth certificate of the minor and
> passports/photo identification for both parents.
>
> If you are applying to renew a passport for a minor who was an infant
> or very young child at the time of the previous passport issuance,
> please include photos that show the child's growth since the previous
> issuance.
>
> Also, both parents must either be present, or one parent must be
> present and provide a written statement from the other parent
> consenting to the issuance of a U.S. passport. If both parents cannot
> be present, the applying parent must sign a notarized statement
> explaining the circumstances.
>
> 4\. Pay the required fees: \$40 for a minor (under 16) application or
> an adult renewal, \$60 for an adult first-time issuance or replacement
> passport. All fees must be paid in cash at the cashier's window in
> U.S. dollars or Thai baht equivalent.
>
> 5\. You will be told by the consular officer when your passport will
> be ready for pickup. Allow two weeks for processing; however,
> complicated cases may take longer.

**Additional Requirements for Applicants whose Passports have been lost
or stolen:**

> 1\. Applicants must present the original Thai police report concerning
> the circumstances of the loss or theft; and

2.  Applicants must complete an Affidavit of Loss or Theft (available at
    the ACS Office).

> **Note on Emergency Travel**: as mentioned above, replacement
> passports generally take two weeks to process. In cases of emergency
> travel, where waiting two weeks for the passport will cause undue
> hardship, the Consular Section is authorized to print a limited
> validity passport that cannot be extended.

**Appendix B**

## LOST TRAVELERS CHEQUES

If you have lost travelers cheques, you should report the loss or theft
to the nearest police station. With a copy of the police report, you can
claim reimbursement from the bank or agency representing the company
that issued the cheques:

American Express SEA Tours

(for amounts Suite 88-92, 8^th^ Floor Phyathai Plaza

less than \$500) 128 Phyathai Road

Rajthavee, Bangkok 10400

Tel: 0-2216-5783

American Express American Express

(for amounts S.P. Building

more than \$500) 388 Phaholyothin Rd.

Bangkok 10400

Tel. 0-2273-5544 (customer service); 0-2273-5296

0-2273-0022 (authorization office, open 24 hours)

Fax. 0-2273-0301

Bank of America Bank of America

2/2 Wireless Road

Tel. 0-2250-0771-9, 0-2251-6333

Barclays Bangkok Investment Co.

102 Sukhumvit Road

Sukhumvit Soi 26

Tel. 0-2391-7118, 0-2391-7301, 0-2391-7353, 0-2391-7556

Chase Manhattan Visa Chase Manhattan Bank, N.A.

Siam Center

965 Rama I Road

Tel. 0-2252-1141-50

##### Citibank Citibank N.A. Representative Office

Bhanjapum Building

127 Sathorn Tai Road

Tel. 0-2287-1237, 0-2287-1242, 0-2287-3752

Standard Chartered Chartered Bank

1 Rama 4 Road

Tel. 0-2234-0821

Thomas Cook 12^th^ Floor Sathorn City Tower

#####  175 South Sathorn Road

Tel: 0-2679-5521-3

**Appendix C**

**AIRLINE DIRECTORY**

+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| **AIRLINE**     | **ADDRESS**            | **AIRPORT  | **RE        |
|                 |                        | NO.**      | SERVATION** |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| American        | 8^th^ Fl., 518/5       | 0-2        | 0-2255-9966 |
| Airlines        | Maneeya                | 263-0225-7 |             |
|                 |                        |            | ext. 101,   |
|                 | Center Bldg.,          |            | 102, 103    |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Ploenchit Rd.          |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Continental     | 4^th^ Fl., Charn Isara |            | 0-          |
| Micronesia      | Tower I,               |            | 2267-8135-6 |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Rama IV                |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Delta Airlines  | 6^th^ Fl., Panjaphat   | 0-2        | 0-          |
|                 | Bldg.                  | 535-2412-4 | 2237-6847-9 |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Northwest       | 4^th^ Fl., Peninsula   |            | 0-2652-1010 |
| Airlines        | Plaza,                 |            |             |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Rajadamri Rd           |            |             |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | .                      |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| United Airlines | 14^th^ Fl., Sindhorn   | 0-2        | 0-2253-0558 |
|                 | Bldg.,                 | 535-2231-2 |             |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Tower III              |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
|                 | Wireless Rd.           |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Air France      | 20^th^ Fl., Vorawat    | 0          | 0-2635-1191 |
|                 | Bldg.                  | -2535-2112 |             |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Silom Rd.              |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Air New Zealand | 14^th^ Fl., Sindhorn   | 0-2        | 0-          |
|                 | Tower III,             | 535-3981-2 | 2254-8440-9 |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Wireless Rd.           |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| All Nippon      | 2^nd^ & 4^th^ Fl.,     | 0          | 0-2238-5121 |
| Airways         | C.P. Tower,            | -2504-2812 |             |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | 313 Silom Rd.          |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Bangkok Airways | Queen Sirikit National | 0-2        | 0-2         |
|                 |                        | 535-2497-8 | 229-3456-63 |
|                 | Convention Center,     |            |             |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | New Rachadapisek Rd.   |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| British Airways | 14^th^ Fl., Abdulrahim | 0          | 0-2636-1747 |
|                 | Place,                 | -2535-2200 |             |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Rama IV Rd.            |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Cathay Pacific  | 11^th^ Fl., Ploenchit  | 0-2        | 0-2263-0606 |
|                 | Tower,                 | 535-2155-6 |             |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Ploenchit Rd.          |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| China Airlines  | 4^th^ Fl., Peninsula   | 0          | 0-          |
|                 | Plaza,                 | -2535-2160 | 2253-4242-3 |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Rajadamri Rd.          | 0          | 0-2253-4564 |
|                 |                        | -2535-2366 |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Eva Airways     | 2^nd^ Fl., Green Tower | 0-2        | 0-2240-0890 |
|                 |                        | 535-3531-5 |             |
| **AIRLINE**     | Rama IV Rd.            |            | **RE        |
|                 |                        | **AIRPORT  | SERVATION** |
|                 | **ADDRESS**            | NO.**      |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Finnair         | 19^th^ Fl., Vorawat    | 0-2        | 0-2635-1234 |
|                 | Bldg.,                 | 535-2104-5 |             |
|                 |                        |            | Ext. 102,   |
|                 | 849 Silom Rd.          |            | 103         |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
|                 |                        |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Garuda          | 27^th^ Fl., Lumpini    | 0          | 0-          |
| Indonesia       | Tower                  | -2523-8865 | 2285-6470-3 |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Rama IV Rd.            | 0          | 0-          |
|                 |                        | -2535-2171 | 2679-7371-2 |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Japan Airlines  | JAL Bldg., 254/1       | 0-2        | 0-2         |
|                 |                        | 535-2135-6 | 692-5151-62 |
|                 | Rachadapisek Rd.       |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| KLM Royal Dutch | 19^th^ Fl., Thai Wah   | 0          |             |
|                 | Tower II,              | -2535-2190 |             |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | South Sathorn Rd.      |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Lufthansa       | 18^th^ Fl., Q-House    | 0          | 0-2264-2400 |
|                 | Asoke Bldg.            | -2535-2211 |             |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Sukhumvit Soi 21       | 0          |             |
|                 |                        | -2535-2213 |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Malaysia        | 20^th^ Fl., Ploenchit  | 0          | 0-2         |
| Airlines        | Tower                  | -2535-2288 | 263-0565-71 |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Philippines     | 14^th^ Fl., Manorom    | 0-2        | 0-2672-7028 |
| Airlines        | Bldg.,                 | 535-2338-9 |             |
|                 |                        |            | 0-2672-7025 |
|                 | 3354/47 Rama IV Rd.    | 0-2        |             |
|                 |                        | 535-2338-9 |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Qantas Airways  | 14^th^ Fl., Abdulrahim | 0          | 0-2636-1747 |
|                 | Place,                 | -2535-2220 |             |
|                 |                        |            | 0-2636-1770 |
|                 | Rama IV Rd.            |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Royal Air       | 17^th^ Fl., Pacific    | 0          | 0-          |
| Cambodge        | Place Bldg.,           | -2535-3679 | 2653-2261-6 |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Sukhumvit Rd.          | 0          |             |
|                 |                        | -2535-3781 |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Singapore       | 12^th^ Fl., Silom      | 0          | 0-2236-5301 |
| Airlines        | Center                 | -2535-2175 |             |
|                 |                        |            | 0-2236-0440 |
|                 | Bldg. 2, Silom Rd.     | 0-2        |             |
|                 |                        | 535-2260-1 |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Swissair        | 21^st^ Fl., Abdulrahim | 0-2        | 0-          |
|                 | Place,                 | 535-2371-2 | 2636-2160-6 |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Rama IV Rd.            |            |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Thai Airways    | 485 Silom Rd.          | 0-2        | 0-2280-0060 |
| Int'l           |                        | 535-2846-7 |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Thai Airways    | Don Muang Airport      | 0          |             |
| (Cargo)         |                        | -2535-2874 |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+
| Vietnam         | 7^th^ Fl., Ploenchit   | 0          | 0-2         |
| Airlines        | Center Bldg.,          | -2535-2671 | 656-9056-58 |
|                 |                        |            |             |
|                 | Sukhumvit Soi 2        | 0-25355327 |             |
+-----------------+------------------------+------------+-------------+

#####  

##### **Appendix D**

**SENDING MONEY TO AMERICANS IN THAILAND**

**WESTERN UNION**

Sending money through Western Union takes only a few minutes and may be
done at any branch or by telephone with a major credit card
(1-800-CALL-CASH). The fee for the money transfer is deducted from the
amount sent. The recipient pays nothing, but must show valid
identification to collect the money. In the event the recipient has no
valid identification, the sender of the money can specify a question and
an answer at the time the money is sent. A correct answer to the
question by the recipient can suffice as identification. Western Union
maintains offices at Central and Zen Department stores, as well as at
Bank of Ayuthaya and Bangkok Metropolitan Bank locations. For assistance
with money transfers in Thailand, call the Western Union customer
service center at 0-2254-7000.

**MONEYGRAM**

Moneygram money transfers are similar to Western Union. Wire transfers
cannot be done by telephone, but only from authorized Moneygram agents.
For information on locations of Moneygram agents in the U.S., the sender
should call 1-800-926-9400. As with Western Union, the recipient should
have valid identification. Transfers for \$900 or less are allowed when
the recipient does not have identification; the recipient must know the
answer to a previously agreed-upon question and answer. Moneygram money
transfers can be picked up at Siam Commercial Bank and Thai Military
bank branches throughout Thailand. These offices are generally open
Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

**OCS TRUST**

In some cases, sending money to American citizens through OCS Trust is a
better option than Western Union. Sending money through OCS Trust is a
better way to ensure that the money is spent in accordance with the
sender\'s wishes (e.g. used for a plane ticket home and not for other
purposes). It is also useful when the American is hospitalized or in
jail. Please see **Appendix E** for more information on wiring funds
through OCS Trust.

**BANK TRANSFER**

Direct bank-to-bank transfers are possible but are rarely used. Such
transfers require that the American in Thailand have a bank account. The
sender must have the Transfer Routing Number and the account number of
the account in Thailand.

# Appendix E

# Sending Money to Overseas Citizens Services (OCS)

**8AM - 10PM weekdays; 9AM - 3PM Saturday**

**202-647-5225**

**The following are instructions for sending money to a U.S. citizen in
an emergency financial situation abroad.** When you use this service, a
Department of State trust account is established in the recipient's name
in order to forward funds overseas. There is a **\$20** processing fee.
**OCS does not accept personal checks.** Your money order or cashier's
check must be made **payable to the Department of State.** Upon receipt,
OCS send a telegram to the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate abroad
authorizing next workday disbursement. The recipient must contact the
Embassy or Consulate to arrange receipt. The forwarding of funds will be
delayed if you fail to provide the recipient\'s overseas location.
**Funds are normally disbursed in baht and not in U.S. dollars.**

**[WESTERN UNION]{.underline}:** If you have a major credit card, you
may telephone Western Union at

1-800-325-6000 or 4176. Otherwise, tell your local Western Union agent
that you wish to purchase a money order for the desired amount plus
**\$20** (our fee) and made payable to the Department of State. **A
message with your name, address, and telephone number, as well as the
name and overseas location of the recipient, must accompany the money
order.** Western Union charges a fee based on the amount sent. The money
order and message are sent to: Overseas Citizens Services (OCS),
Department of State, Washington, D.C. 20520. Funds are normally received
electronically in OCS within several hours. OCS has a Western Union
checkwriter in their office and an officer is available to receive funds
during the hours listed at the top of the page.

**[BANKWIRE]{.underline}:** It may take 1 to 3 days to process a
bankwire transaction. If you choose this option, tell your bank that you
want to wire the desired amount plus **\$32** to **Bank of America**,
**Department of State Branch, 2201 C St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20520 at
202-624-4750 via ABA Number: 114000653; Account Number: 7476363838;
Account Name: PUPID State Department; Special Instructions: OCS/Trust
for benefit of (recipient's name), US Embassy/Consulate (city, country);
and include your name and telephone number.** The wire instructions must
include the recipient's full name and overseas location. Bank of America
notifies our office when funds are received. **The \$32 fee includes our
\$20 fee and Bank of America's \$12 wire fee.**

**[OVERNIGHT/REGULAR MAIL]{.underline}:** Obtain cashiers check or money
order for the desired amount plus **\$20** (our fee), made payable to
the Department of State. Attach a letter with your name, address, and
telephone number, as well as the name and location of the overseas
recipient. Mail to: Overseas Citizens Services, CA/OCS, Room 4811,
Department of State, 2201 C St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20520. Regular mail
can take 7 to 10 workdays to reach CA/OCS, and even overnight mail may
not reach our office for several days.

##### **Appendix F**

**INSTRUCTIONS FOR**

**CONSULAR REPORT OF BIRTH ABROAD OF A CITIZEN**

**OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA**

**Applications for Reports of Birth are accepted by appointment only**.
Please call the Consular Section at 0-2205-4049 to request an
appointment at least six weeks in advance.

######### General Information

> The Consular Report of Birth Abroad of a Citizen of the United States
> of America (CRBA) documents the birth of a United States citizen in a
> foreign country. It is accepted by all U.S. Government agencies as
> proof of a child's American citizenship. Although not technically a
> birth certificate (which can only be issued by the local
> jurisdiction), the CRBA can be used in the U.S. in the same way as a
> birth certificate issued by a city or county registrar's office. We
> recommend that you apply for a child's U.S. passport at the same time
> you apply for the CRBA.

*When departing Thailand for the first time after the child's birth,
Thai Immigration authorities may wish to see the child's local (Thai)
birth certificate. You should carry the Thai birth certificate when
departing Thailand.*

**[Basic Requirements]{.underline}**

1\. At least one parent is a U.S. citizen. (If only one parent is a U.S.
citizen, he/she may be required to provide documentary evidence of
his/her physical presence in the United States).

2\. The child is less than 18 years of age at the time of application.

3\. The child was born in Thailand.

**[Documentary Requirements\--Please provide the original and one copy
of the following:]{.underline}**

1\. Original Thai birth certificate for the child and a certified
English translation.

2\. Proof of Citizenship (Please bring one of the following original
documents.):

-   U.S. passport;

-   U.S. birth certificate (original or copy certified by an official
    government

custodian of birth records);

-   Certificate of Naturalization;

-   Consular Report of Birth Abroad

3\. Passport or ID card of non-U.S. citizen parent.

4\. Parents' marriage certificate (original or certified copy).

5\. Proof of termination of any previous marriages:

> a\. Divorce decree (original or certified copy)
>
> b\. Death certificate (original or certified copy).
>
> *Please provide original and one copy of each document (originals will
> be returned). Documents not in English must be translated and follow
> the format of the original.*

### [Procedures]{.underline} {#procedures .unnumbered}

1\. Complete one copy of Form FS-2029/SS-5 in draft. You will be asked
to complete the form again during the actual interview at the Embassy.
This form now includes an application for a Social Security Number.

2\. Submit the passport application (form DSP-11) together with all
required documents. Both parents must sign the passport application for
children under the age of 14.

3\. The child *must be present* at the time of application.

4\. Pay required fee in cash. The fee for the CRBA and passport is \$80
(or Baht equivalent).

5\. Average processing time for the CRBA and passport is one week after
the application has been approved.

### [Additional Information]{.underline} {#additional-information .unnumbered}

**Depending on individual circumstances, additional documents may be
required. This often includes documentary proof of physical presence in
the U.S. (including school transcripts, work evidence, and old
passports) and evidence of relationship (such as family photographs
taken during the pregnancy and after the birth of your child). To avoid
possible delays in processing the CRBA, bring them along.**

An affidavit of paternity should be completed for children born out of
wedlock to a U.S. citizen father and non-U.S. citizen mother. This form
will be provided at the time of application if necessary.

We recommend that both parents be present when completing the
application for a CRBA.

If an application lacks sufficient documentation, it will be deemed
"pending" for 90 days; during that time, either parent may submit
additional evidence as required. If the application remains pending for
more than 90 days, the application will be considered abandoned.

Should you have additional questions on completing a CRBA, please
contact the Consular Section at 0-2205-4049.

##### **Appendix G**

**VISA INFORMATION FOR AMERICAN CITIZENS IN THAILAND**

This section contains basic information on visas available to Americans
in Thailand, including information on visa overstays. For more
information, contact the local office of the Thai Immigration Bureau.
You can check out their website at
[http://www.imm.police.go.th.]{.underline}

## Visa-Free Entry: U.S. Citizens entering Thailand for a short stay do not require a visa to enter Thailand. Upon entry, Thai immigration officials will place an immigration stamp in the passport permitting a 30-day stay in Thailand. Visa-free entry may be extended for an additional 10 days with the permission of the Thai Immigration Bureau.

### **Tourist Visas:** If you wish to remain in Thailand for more than 30 days, you can obtain a tourist visa at the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate in the United States, prior to arriving in Thailand. The tourist visa is valid for 60 days. After arrival in Thailand, a tourist visa may be extended only twice. On the first occasion, immigration officials may extend the visa for an additional 30 days. On the second occasion, the tourist visa may be extended for another 15 days -- for a total of 105 days. There is a 500 Baht fee for each extension. Contact the Thai Immigration Bureau located at 507 Soi Suan Plu, South Sathon Road in Bangkok. The phone number is (66) 2287-3111. Thai immigration offices are also located in most major cities around the country. {#tourist-visas-if-you-wish-to-remain-in-thailand-for-more-than-30-days-you-can-obtain-a-tourist-visa-at-the-royal-thai-embassy-or-consulate-in-the-united-states-prior-to-arriving-in-thailand.-the-tourist-visa-is-valid-for-60-days.-after-arrival-in-thailand-a-tourist-visa-may-be-extended-only-twice.-on-the-first-occasion-immigration-officials-may-extend-the-visa-for-an-additional-30-days.-on-the-second-occasion-the-tourist-visa-may-be-extended-for-another-15-days-for-a-total-of-105-days.-there-is-a-500-baht-fee-for-each-extension.-contact-the-thai-immigration-bureau-located-at-507-soi-suan-plu-south-sathon-road-in-bangkok.-the-phone-number-is-66-2287-3111.-thai-immigration-offices-are-also-located-in-most-major-cities-around-the-country. .unnumbered}

### **Work Visas:** All foreigners interested in obtaining a work visa must first obtain a work permit. In order to receive a work permit, a company, foreign government, or organization in Thailand must file an application on the behalf of the work visa applicant. Once obtained, the work visa is valid for one year. {#work-visas-all-foreigners-interested-in-obtaining-a-work-visa-must-first-obtain-a-work-permit.-in-order-to-receive-a-work-permit-a-company-foreign-government-or-organization-in-thailand-must-file-an-application-on-the-behalf-of-the-work-visa-applicant.-once-obtained-the-work-visa-is-valid-for-one-year. .unnumbered}

### **Retirement Visas:** Retirement visas are available to foreigners 55 years of age or older. These visas are valid for only one year at a time but can be extended. As the regulations for obtaining this type of visa are quite complicated, interested Americans are encouraged to contact the Thai Immigration Bureau directly. {#retirement-visas-retirement-visas-are-available-to-foreigners-55-years-of-age-or-older.-these-visas-are-valid-for-only-one-year-at-a-time-but-can-be-extended.-as-the-regulations-for-obtaining-this-type-of-visa-are-quite-complicated-interested-americans-are-encouraged-to-contact-the-thai-immigration-bureau-directly. .unnumbered}

### **Visa Overstays:** Anyone who does not depart Thailand prior to expiration of their allowed stay is in the country illegally and must pay an overstay fine before they can depart the country. The fine for overstaying a visa is 200 Baht per day, up to a maximum of 20,000 Baht. The fine is payable at any office of the Immigration Bureau. {#visa-overstays-anyone-who-does-not-depart-thailand-prior-to-expiration-of-their-allowed-stay-is-in-the-country-illegally-and-must-pay-an-overstay-fine-before-they-can-depart-the-country.-the-fine-for-overstaying-a-visa-is-200-baht-per-day-up-to-a-maximum-of-20000-baht.-the-fine-is-payable-at-any-office-of-the-immigration-bureau. .unnumbered}

###  {#section-11 .unnumbered}

### Thai police have been known to sweep areas frequented by low-budget travelers and arrest those who have overstayed their visas. Arrestees may be held in the Immigration Detention Center until they can pay their fines and pay for tickets out of Thailand. Those who overstay their visas for more than 200 days may be required to serve time in the Immigration Detention Center before they are deported. It is highly advisable to avoid visa overstays. {#thai-police-have-been-known-to-sweep-areas-frequented-by-low-budget-travelers-and-arrest-those-who-have-overstayed-their-visas.-arrestees-may-be-held-in-the-immigration-detention-center-until-they-can-pay-their-fines-and-pay-for-tickets-out-of-thailand.-those-who-overstay-their-visas-for-more-than-200-days-may-be-required-to-serve-time-in-the-immigration-detention-center-before-they-are-deported.-it-is-highly-advisable-to-avoid-visa-overstays. .unnumbered}

Expired short-term visas can be extended after paying a fine, but the
number of days elapsed since expiration is subtracted from the extension
period. Application for extension must be made by the next working day
after visa expiration to avoid a fine. Please note: applications for
extension cannot be made on Saturdays, Sundays, and Thai holidays.

## Appendix H

# GETTING MARRIED IN THAILAND

If you are considering getting married or registering your marriage in
Thailand, congratulations! A legal marriage in Thailand consists of both
parties registering their marriage in person with the local Thai
*Amphur* (Local District Office). The U.S.
***[recognizes]{.underline}*** the validity of such a marriage.

**To register a marriage in Thailand, you must follow these steps:**

1.  **Complete a single-page affidavit at the Embassy's American Citizen
    Services (ACS) Unit.** The document is short and simple and includes
    all of the information required by Thai law. After completing the
    document, it must be notarized by an Embassy consular officer. You
    will need your U.S. passport at the time the document is notarized,
    and you must also pay a notarial services fee of \$55 (or Thai Baht
    equivalent) in cash at the time the document is notarized. If you
    have previously been married, you must also complete a second,
    single-page affidavit. No appointment is needed and the entire
    process takes only a few minutes.

2.  **Have the completed affidavit translated into Thai.** A list of
    translation services in the vicinity of the Embassy is contained in
    **Appendix M** to this booklet. Prices and time needed for the
    translation vary from place to place. Unfortunately, the ACS Unit
    cannot translate documents nor can it "certify" other translations.

3.  **Have the completed affidavit and Thai-language translation
    "legalized" by the Thai Government.** There is a nominal charge for
    this service, and the time needed depends on the Thai officials'
    workload. You will need to take the translation to:

Legalization Division, Department of Consular Affairs

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

3rd floor, 123 Chaeng Wattana Road

Tung Song Hong, Laksi District, Bangkok

Tel: 0-2575-1057-8 Fax: 0-2575-1054

*(note: this is in a northern suburb of Bangkok, approximately 30
minutes' drive from the Embassy)*

4.  **Take the affidavit and supporting documents to any *Amphur* office
    in Thailand**; with the assistance of officials there, you may then
    legally register your marriage. (If neither party speaks Thai, bring
    a translator). Please note that you must supply the following
    documents:

-   Your American passport;

-   If the other party is a Thai citizen, his/her Thai identification
    card;

-   If either party is under the age of twenty, written permission from
    the parents (with Thai translation);

-   If either party has previously been married, officials may want to
    see proof that the marriage has been terminated. Divorce
    certificates or death certificates (with Thai translations) should
    suffice.

## Appendix I

## OBTAINING REFUNDS WHEN OVERCHARGED FOR JEWELRY

This information is to assist those who have been victimized by a gem
dealer who falsely claimed to have sold stones at below wholesale price.

As it is extremely difficult to prove that a gem dealer made false oral
claims about the value of gems, Thai police are able to file fraud
charges only in cases where the dealer has provided customers with a
written receipt about the value of the goods. If a receipt was given
which specifies weight and clarity, you should seek out an independent
appraisal of the gems from a firm recommended by the Thai Gem and
Jewelry Trader Association, 52nd Floor South Tower, Jewelry Trade
Center, 919/616 Silom Road, Bangkok 10500 (Tel: 630-1390-7, Fax:
630-1398-9). After the appraiser certifies that the dealer made
fraudulent claims, civil or criminal charges can be filed. Should you
wish to file charges, the Consular Section can provide a list of
attorneys you may wish to hire to pursue civil remedies.

If the gems are to be sent to you in the U.S., you can often intercept
the package at the Airport Post Office if you act quickly. If the
package has already left Thailand, you will have to have it sent back in
order to pursue legal action.

If the stones were paid for with a credit card, immediately contact the
card company to see if it is possible to block or cancel the
transaction. If the purchase cannot be stopped, insist that the card
company report the matter to its security staff. Often, fraudulent gem
dealers are fly-by-night operations that use another merchant\'s
authorization to process credit card purchases; the card company should
be asked to prevent the merchant from being able to make future
transactions.

Some victims have received help from the Department of Internal Trade.
Contact: Mr. Manat Soiploy, director of the Department of Internal
Trade, Maharaj Road, Bangkok 10200, telephone: 0-2622-2424, fax:
0-2622-2413; e-mail: [manats@dit.go.th]{.underline}.

If fraud charges cannot be lodged, the police may still be of
assistance. Tourist Police will sometimes offer to accompany a victim to
the store and negotiate a refund. Americans interested in obtaining this
type of assistance should contact the local Tourist Police office. The
Tourist Police Headquarters in Bangkok is located at 26/56 Chan Tat Mai
Road, Tungmahamek, Sathorn District, Bangkok 10120. See Appendix N for a
directory of tourist police telephone numbers.

Victims who have left Thailand may wish to contact the office of the
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in the United States (call
1-800-Thailand) or in Thailand at (66) 2281-5051 or (66) 2282-8129. The
TAT office has been known to secure partial refunds after a long wait.

### **Appendix J** {#appendix-j .unnumbered}

**APPLYING FOR A DRIVER'S LICENSE IN THAILAND**

If you reside in Bangkok, you may contact the main office of the
Department of Land Transport (Tel: 0-2272-3614-6) or one of the 4 branch
offices:

-   Branch Office Area 1, Bangkhuntien Tel: 0-2415-7337

-   Branch Office Area 2, Talingchan Tel: 0-2434-6775

-   Branch Office Area 3, Sukhumvit 62 Road Tel: 0-2332-9694

-   Branch Office Area 4, Nong Jork Tel: 0-2543-5500-2

If you reside anywhere other than Bangkok, you may contact the
Provincial Transportation Division of the province in which you live.

## Depending on the license you apply for, you will need the following: 

######### For an International Driver's License

An international driving license is accepted as long as it is valid, but
a foreign license is not accepted in Thailand. If you are a resident and
eligible, you should obtain a Thai Driver's License. To apply for the
international license, please bring:

1.  Affidavit of residence executed at the U.S. Embassy

2.  Thai driver's license which has been renewed for a second year

3.  Work permit

4.  Two photos (size 2 x 2 inches)

5.  Phot copy of U.S. passport, including the page containing your entry
    stamp or visa

6.  505.00 Baht fee.

######### For a Thai Driver's License

1.  Affidavit of residence executed at the U.S. Embassy

2.  Photo copy of U.S. passport, including the page containing your
    entry stamp or visa

3.  Medical Report (obtainable at any hospital or clinic)

4.  Valid State / International driver's license

(if you do not have a valid license, you may have to take a driving
course and test)

5.  Two photos (size 1x1 inch)

6.  105.00 Baht fee

##### **Appendix K**

**[Medical Treatment in Thailand]{.smallcaps}**

In an effort to better serve Americans in Thailand, the U.S. Embassy has
compiled the following list of local area hospitals for the Northeast,
Central, and Southern regions of Thailand. Many of the hospitals on the
list are staffed by doctors with a reasonable command of English who are
familiar with American medical care. In many cases, doctors have
received training in the U.S. or other Western countries. Hospitals
outside of the capitol may not be able to offer a wide range of English
services. Please note, this list is not meant to be exhaustive or
definitive, nor does it represent any guarantees of competence by the
Department of State or the American Embassy.

Hospitals are separated by location, with the largest number of
facilities located in Bangkok. Those interested in medical care
information for Northern Thailand may contact the American Consulate
General in Chiang Mai by phone at (66) (53) 252-629 or by fax at
(66)(53) 252-633. The Consulate General in Chiang Mai is located at 387
Vidhayanond Road.

> **[Central Thailand]{.smallcaps}**
>
> [Bangkok]{.smallcaps}
>
> [\* **Offers 24-Hour Ambulance Service**]{.smallcaps}

+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Private            | **[Specialists on Staff]{.smallcaps}**       |
| Faci                  |                                              |
| lities]{.smallcaps}** |                                              |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Bangkok General    | -   **[Dr. Somchat Lochaya]{.smallcaps}**    |
| Ho                    |                                              |
| spital]{.smallcaps}** | > [Cardiology]{.smallcaps}                   |
|                       |                                              |
| [Internat'l Medical   | -   **[Dr. Hathai Hunaprayoon]{.smallcaps}** |
| Ctr.]{.smallcaps}     |                                              |
|                       | > [General Surgery]{.smallcaps}              |
| [Soi Soonvijai Soi    |                                              |
| 47]{.smallcaps}       | -   **[Dr. Chucharti                         |
|                       |     Vinitwatanakul]{.smallcaps}**            |
| [New Petchaburi       |                                              |
| Road]{.smallcaps}     | [General Surgery]{.smallcaps}                |
|                       |                                              |
| [Phone: (66) (2)      | -   **[Dr. Chuladej                          |
| 318-0066]{.smallcaps} |     Yossundharakul]{.smallcaps}**            |
|                       |                                              |
| [Fax: (66) (2)        | [General Surgery]{.smallcaps}                |
| 310-3367]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Pissamai                          |
|                       |     Jarusiripipat]{.smallcaps}**             |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Internal Medicine]{.smallcaps}              |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Kanwar Singh]{.smallcaps}**       |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Internal Medicine]{.smallcaps}              |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Private            | **[Specialists on Staff]{.smallcaps}**       |
| Faci                  |                                              |
| lities]{.smallcaps}** |                                              |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| [**Bangkok Nursing    | -   **[Dr. Irene Kiatkwankul]{.smallcaps}**  |
| Home**]{.smallcaps}   |                                              |
|                       | > [Family Practice]{.smallcaps}              |
| [9/1 Convent          |                                              |
| Road]{.smallcaps}     | -   **[Dr. Wiwat]{.smallcaps}**              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Silom,               | [General Internal Medicine &                 |
| Bangkok]{.smallcaps}  | Cardiology]{.smallcaps}                      |
|                       |                                              |
| [Phone: (66) (2)      | -   **[Dr. Somsak Watnapat]{.smallcaps}**    |
| 632-0560]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       | [General & Thoracic Surgery]{.smallcaps}     |
| [Fax: (66) (2)        |                                              |
| 632-0573]{.smallcaps} | -   **[Dr. Prasertsri                        |
|                       |     Santrakul]{.smallcaps}**                 |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Gynecology]{.smallcaps}                     |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Nawee Anuchartbud]{.smallcaps}**  |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Orthopedics]{.smallcaps}                    |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Gobchoke Puavilai]{.smallcaps}**  |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Orthopedics]{.smallcaps}                    |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Vorawee                           |
|                       |     Kittivachra]{.smallcaps}**               |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Pediatrics]{.smallcaps}                     |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Bumrungrad Medical | -   **[Dr. Kris Chatamra]{.smallcaps}**      |
| Ce                    |                                              |
| nter\*]{.smallcaps}** | > [Consultant Surgeon]{.smallcaps}           |
|                       |                                              |
| [33 Sukhumvit Soi     | -   **[Dr. Nitr Sudlar]{.smallcaps}**        |
| 3]{.smallcaps}        |                                              |
|                       | [General Surgery]{.smallcaps}                |
| [Nana                 |                                              |
| Nua]{.smallcaps}      | -   **[Dr. Umnuay                            |
|                       |     Wongsoonthorn]{.smallcaps}**             |
| [Klong Toey,          |                                              |
| Bangkok]{.smallcaps}  | [General Surgery]{.smallcaps}                |
|                       |                                              |
| [Phone: (66) (2)      | -   **[Dr. Chirdchai                         |
| 667-1000]{.smallcaps} |     Jiamchaisri]{.smallcaps}**               |
|                       |                                              |
| [Fax: (66) (2)        | > [General & Thoracic Surgery]{.smallcaps}   |
| 667-2525]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Vachara Chere]{.smallcaps}**      |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Internal Medicine]{.smallcaps}              |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Sriprapa                          |
|                       |     Hemchayati]{.smallcaps}**                |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Internal Medicine]{.smallcaps}              |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Boonrod Leksivilai]{.smallcaps}** |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Internal Medicine]{.smallcaps}              |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Dhanit Dhiandhanoo]{.smallcaps}** |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Neurosurgery]{.smallcaps}                   |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+

+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Private            | **[Specialists on Staff]{.smallcaps}**       |
| Faci                  |                                              |
| lities]{.smallcaps}** |                                              |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| [**Bumrungrad Medical | -   **[Dr. Anong Lekagul]{.smallcaps}**      |
| Center**              |                                              |
| (cont.)]{.smallcaps}  | > [OB/GYN]{.smallcaps}                       |
|                       |                                              |
| [33 Sukhumvit Soi     | -   **[Dr. Karoon                            |
| 3]{.smallcaps}        |     Mekanontchai]{.smallcaps}**              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Nana                 | [Orthopedics]{.smallcaps}                    |
| Nua]{.smallcaps}      |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Direk Isalangula]{.smallcaps}**   |
| [Klong Toey,          |                                              |
| Bangkok]{.smallcaps}  | [Orthopedics]{.smallcaps}                    |
|                       |                                              |
| [Phone: (66) (2)      | -   **[Dr. Vidhaya Mekanandha]{.smallcaps}** |
| 667-1000]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       | [Pediatrics]{.smallcaps}                     |
| [Fax: (66) (2)        |                                              |
| 667-2525]{.smallcaps} | -   **[Dr. Somyod                            |
|                       |     Kongdechaleard]{.smallcaps}**            |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Pediatrics]{.smallcaps}                     |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Vichai                            |
|                       |     Srimuninnimit]{.smallcaps}**             |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | > [Plastic Surgeon]{.smallcaps}              |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Ruangchai                         |
|                       |     Vajarapongse]{.smallcaps}**              |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Urology]{.smallcaps}                        |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Kasemrad Hospital  | -   **[Dr. Surchat Chatkupt]{.smallcaps}**   |
| Prach                 |                                              |
| achuen]{.smallcaps}** | [Medical Doctor]{.smallcaps}                 |
|                       |                                              |
| [950 Prachachuen      |                                              |
| Road]{.smallcaps}     |                                              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Bangsue]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Phone: (66) (2)      |                                              |
| 910-1600]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Fax: (66) (2)        |                                              |
| 910-1602]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Mongkutwattana     | -   **[Dr. Suthorn                           |
| General               |     Bavonratanavech]{.smallcaps}**           |
| Ho                    |                                              |
| spital]{.smallcaps}** | [Director of Medical                         |
|                       | Administration]{.smallcaps}                  |
| [34/40 Jaengwattana   |                                              |
| Road]{.smallcaps}     | [Orthopedic Surgeon]{.smallcaps}             |
|                       |                                              |
| [Toong                | -   **[Dr. Suda Yenbanroong]{.smallcaps}**   |
| songhong]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       | > [Pediatrics Department]{.smallcaps}        |
| [Don Muang,           |                                              |
| Bangkok]{.smallcaps}  |                                              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Phone: (66) (2)      |                                              |
| 574-5000]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Fax: (66) (2)        |                                              |
| 574-4856]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Nawabutra Women &  | -   **[Dr. Suchart Chatkupt]{.smallcaps}**   |
| Children Medical      |                                              |
| Ctr]{.smallcaps}**    | [Gynecology]{.smallcaps}                     |
|                       |                                              |
| [231 Sarasin          | -   **[Dr. Sansanee Chatkupt]{.smallcaps}**  |
| Road]{.smallcaps}     |                                              |
|                       | [Pediatrics]{.smallcaps}                     |
| [Parkplace            |                                              |
| Building]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Phone: (66) (2)      |                                              |
| 253-6942]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Fax: (66) (2)        |                                              |
| 253-8445]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Private            | **[Specialists on Staff]{.smallcaps}**       |
| Faci                  |                                              |
| lities]{.smallcaps}** |                                              |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Praram 9           | -   **[Dr. Termsak Kusolruksa]{.smallcaps}** |
| Ho                    |                                              |
| spital]{.smallcaps}** | [ENT]{.smallcaps}                            |
|                       |                                              |
| [99 Soi               | -   **[Dr. Sathein                           |
| Praram,]{.smallcaps}  |     Tuntavitikul]{.smallcaps}**              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Rama 9               | [General Surgery]{.smallcaps}                |
| Road]{.smallcaps}     |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Satien Pooprasert]{.smallcaps}**  |
| [Bangkok]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       | > [Internal Medicine]{.smallcaps}            |
| [Phone: (66) (2)      |                                              |
| 248-8020]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Fax: (66) (2)        |                                              |
| 248-8018]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Rutinin Eye        | -   **[Dr. Sombat Tanshutikul]{.smallcaps}** |
| Ho                    |                                              |
| spital]{.smallcaps}** | [Ophthalmology]{.smallcaps}                  |
|                       |                                              |
| [Sukhumvit, Soi       |                                              |
| 21]{.smallcaps}       |                                              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Bangkok]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Phone: (66) (2)      |                                              |
| 258-0442]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Fax: (66) (2)        |                                              |
| 259-0780]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Samitivej          | -   **[Dr. Tanit Habunanon]{.smallcaps}**    |
| Hosp                  |                                              |
| ital\*]{.smallcaps}** | [Gynecology]{.smallcaps}                     |
|                       |                                              |
| [133 Soi 49           | -   **[Dr. Nisarat Kasatri]{.smallcaps}**    |
| S                     |                                              |
| ukhumvit]{.smallcaps} | [Gynecology]{.smallcaps}                     |
|                       |                                              |
| [Bangkok]{.smallcaps} | -   **[Dr. Chare Phonprasert]{.smallcaps}**  |
|                       |                                              |
| [Phone: (66) (2)      | [Neurosurgery]{.smallcaps}                   |
| 392-0011]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. En-Liam Chaochuvaj]{.smallcaps}** |
| [Fax: (66) (2)        |                                              |
| 391-1290]{.smallcaps} | [Ophthalmology]{.smallcaps}                  |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Virat Chuen-Im]{.smallcaps}**     |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Orthopedics]{.smallcaps}                    |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Chaithawat                        |
|                       |     Ngarmukos]{.smallcaps}**                 |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Orthopedics]{.smallcaps}                    |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Orawan                            |
|                       |     Pathomvanich]{.smallcaps}**              |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Pediatrics]{.smallcaps}                     |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Sompol                            |
|                       |     Ekaraphanich]{.smallcaps}**              |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Pediatrics]{.smallcaps}                     |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Karuna                            |
|                       |     Rattanabangkul]{.smallcaps}**            |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Pediatrics]{.smallcaps}                     |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Kusuma Prugsapongs]{.smallcaps}** |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Pediatrics]{.smallcaps}                     |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Vatana Supromajkr]{.smallcaps}**  |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Surgeon]{.smallcaps}                        |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Thanoo Chovichain]{.smallcaps}**  |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Urology]{.smallcaps}                        |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Gov't/ Military    | **[Specialists on Staff]{.smallcaps}**       |
| Faci                  |                                              |
| lities]{.smallcaps}** |                                              |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Bhumibol Adulyadej | -   **[Dr. Bunharn Ko                        |
| Hosp                  |     Anantakul]{.smallcaps}**                 |
| ital\*]{.smallcaps}** |                                              |
|                       | > [Cardiologist]{.smallcaps}                 |
| [171 Phaholyothin     |                                              |
| Road]{.smallcaps}     | -   **[Dr. Supong Kemakosit]{.smallcaps}**   |
|                       |                                              |
| [Don Muang,           | [General Surgeon]{.smallcaps}                |
| Bangkhen]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Karun Kengsakul]{.smallcaps}**    |
| [Bangkok]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       | [Medical Doctor, OBGYN]{.smallcaps}          |
| [Phone: (66) (2)      |                                              |
| 531-1970]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Fax: (66) (2)        |                                              |
| 523-8873]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Chulalongkorn      | -   **[Dr. Visit Dhitavat]{.smallcaps}**     |
| Univ                  |                                              |
| ersity]{.smallcaps}** | [General Surgeon]{.smallcaps}                |
|                       |                                              |
| [1873 Rama IV         | -   **[Dr. Sachpan Israsena]{.smallcaps}**   |
| Road]{.smallcaps}     |                                              |
|                       | [Chief, Gastroenterology                     |
| [Bangkok,             | Division]{.smallcaps}                        |
| 10330]{.smallcaps}    |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Teerapong                         |
| [Phone: (66) (2)      |     Tanvichien]{.smallcaps}**                |
| 252-8181]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       | [Department of Infectious                    |
| [Fax: (66) (2)        | Disease]{.smallcaps}                         |
| 256-4368]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Henry Wilde]{.smallcaps}**        |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Department of Medicine]{.smallcaps}         |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Pradit Charroenlap]{.smallcaps}** |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Medical Doctor]{.smallcaps}                 |
|                       |                                              |
|                       | [Department of Pulmonology]{.smallcaps}      |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+
| **[Pramongkutklao     | -   **[Dr. Chullathep                        |
| Ho                    |     Dheeradhada]{.smallcaps}**               |
| spital]{.smallcaps}** |                                              |
|                       | [Medical Doctor, General & Thracic           |
| [315 Rajavithi        | Surgery]{.smallcaps}                         |
| Road]{.smallcaps}     |                                              |
|                       | -   **[Dr. Preecha Makaves]{.smallcaps}**    |
| [Bangkok]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       | [Plastic & reconstructive                    |
| [Phone: (66) (2)      | Surgery]{.smallcaps}                         |
| 246-1400]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
|                       |                                              |
| [Fax: (66) (2)        |                                              |
| 247-9954]{.smallcaps} |                                              |
+-----------------------+----------------------------------------------+

**[Additional Hospitals:]{.smallcaps}**

# [Bangkok Christian Hospital Central General Hospital Paolo Memorial Hospital\*]{.smallcaps}

[124 Silom Road 362/114 Piahon Yothin Road 670/1 Phaholyothin
Road]{.smallcaps}

[Phone: (66) (2) 233-6981 Phone: (66) (2) 552-8777 Phone: (66) (2)
279-7000]{.smallcaps}

[Fax: (66) (2) 236-2911 Fax: (66) (2) 552-0666 Fax: (66) (2)
279-0394]{.smallcaps}

# [Bangkok Mission Hospital Dhonburi I. Hospital Ramkamhaeng Hospital]{.smallcaps}

[43 Thanon Pitsanuloke Isarapap Road 2138 Ramkamheng]{.smallcaps}

[Phone: (66) (2) 281-1422 Phone: (66) (2) 411-0401 Phone: (66) (2)
374-0200]{.smallcaps}

[Fax: (66) (2) 280-0441 Fax: (66) (2) 412-7343 Fax: (66) (2)
374-0804]{.smallcaps}

**[Central Thailand]{.smallcaps}**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **[Facility]{.smallcaps}**        | **[Facility]{.smallcaps}**        |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **[Rayong Hospital]{.smallcaps}** | **[Ratchathani General            |
|                                   | Hospital]{.smallcaps}**           |
| [138 Sukhumvit Road]{.smallcaps}  |                                   |
|                                   | [113 Moo 3, Rojana                |
| [Tambon Tahpradoo]{.smallcaps}    | Road]{.smallcaps}                 |
|                                   |                                   |
| [Amphur Muang, Rayong             | [Klong Suan Plu, Amphur           |
| 21000]{.smallcaps}                | Muang]{.smallcaps}                |
|                                   |                                   |
| [Phone: (66) (38)                 | [Ayudhaya 13000]{.smallcaps}      |
| 611-104]{.smallcaps}              |                                   |
|                                   | [Phone: (66) (35)                 |
| [Fax: (66) (38)                   | 335-555]{.smallcaps}              |
| 612-003]{.smallcaps}              |                                   |
|                                   | [Fax: (66) (35) 335-555 ext.      |
|                                   | 878]{.smallcaps}                  |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **[Bangkok-Pattaya                | **[Pattaya Memorial               |
| Hospital]{.smallcaps}**           | Hospital]{.smallcaps}**           |
|                                   |                                   |
| [301 Moo 6 Nakula]{.smallcaps}    | [328/1 Central Pattaya            |
|                                   | Road]{.smallcaps}                 |
| [Banglamung]{.smallcaps}          |                                   |
|                                   | [Muang Pattaya]{.smallcaps}       |
| [Chonburi 20260]{.smallcaps}      |                                   |
|                                   | [Chonburi 20260]{.smallcaps}      |
| [Phone: (66) (38)                 |                                   |
| 427-751]{.smallcaps}              | [Phone: (66) (38)                 |
|                                   | 429-422]{.smallcaps}              |
| [Fax: (66) (38)                   |                                   |
| 427-777]{.smallcaps}              | [Fax: (66) (38)                   |
|                                   | 422-740]{.smallcaps}              |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**[Northeast Thailand]{.smallcaps}**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **[Facility]{.smallcaps}**        | **[Facility]{.smallcaps}**        |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **[Khon Kaen Regional             | **[Mujaraj                        |
| Hospital]{.smallcaps}**           | Hospital]{.smallcaps}**           |
|                                   |                                   |
| [56 Sri Chan Road]{.smallcaps}    | [49 Changpuek Road]{.smallcaps}   |
|                                   |                                   |
| [Nai Muang                        | [Tambon Nai-Muang, Amphur         |
| Sub-District]{.smallcaps}         | Muang]{.smallcaps}                |
|                                   |                                   |
| [Muang District, Khon Kaen        | [Nakhon Ratchasima                |
| 40000]{.smallcaps}                | 30000]{.smallcaps}                |
|                                   |                                   |
| [Phone: (66) (43)                 | [Phone: (66) (44)                 |
| 336-789]{.smallcaps}              | 341-310]{.smallcaps}              |
|                                   |                                   |
| [fax: (66) (43)                   | [Fax: (66) (44)                   |
| 236-974]{.smallcaps}              | 246-389]{.smallcaps}              |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **[Wattana                        | **[Aek Udorn                      |
| Hospital]{.smallcaps}**           | Hospital]{.smallcaps}**           |
|                                   |                                   |
| [70/7-8 Thanon                    | [555/5 Phosri Road]{.smallcaps}   |
| Suphakitjanya]{.smallcaps}        |                                   |
|                                   | [Mak Kaeng, Udorn Thani,          |
| [Mak Kaeng, Udorn Thani           | 41000]{.smallcaps}                |
| 41000]{.smallcaps}                |                                   |
|                                   | [Phone: (66) (42)                 |
| [Phone: (66) (42)                 | 342-555]{.smallcaps}              |
| 241-031]{.smallcaps}              |                                   |
|                                   | [fax: (66) (42)                   |
| [Fax: (66) (42)                   | 341-033]{.smallcaps}              |
| 241-956]{.smallcaps}              |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**[Southern Thailand]{.smallcaps}**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **[Facility]{.smallcaps}**        | **[Facility]{.smallcaps}**        |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **[Koh Samui                      | **[Songkhla                       |
| Hospital]{.smallcaps}**           | Hospital]{.smallcaps}**           |
|                                   |                                   |
| [60-61 Moo 1]{.smallcaps}         | [666 Moo 2, Tambon                |
|                                   | Pawong]{.smallcaps}               |
| [Tambon Ang-Tong]{.smallcaps}     |                                   |
|                                   | [Amphur Muang, Songkhla           |
| [Amphur Koh Samui]{.smallcaps}    | 90100]{.smallcaps}                |
|                                   |                                   |
| [Surat Thani 84140]{.smallcaps}   | [Phone: (66) (74)                 |
|                                   | 447-036]{.smallcaps}              |
| [Phone: (66) (77)                 |                                   |
| 421-399]{.smallcaps}              | [Fax: (66) (74)                   |
|                                   | 447-625]{.smallcaps}              |
| [Fax: (66) (77)                   |                                   |
| 420-150]{.smallcaps}              |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **[Surat Thani                    | **[Krabi Hospital]{.smallcaps}**  |
| Hospital]{.smallcaps}**           |                                   |
|                                   | [325 Uttarakij Road]{.smallcaps}  |
| [56 Moo 2, Makam Tiea             |                                   |
| Sub-District, Muang District,     | [Tombon Pakviam]{.smallcaps}      |
| Surat Thani 84000]{.smallcaps}    |                                   |
|                                   | [Amphur Muang, Krabi              |
| [Phone: (66) (77)                 | 81000]{.smallcaps}                |
| 272-231]{.smallcaps}              |                                   |
|                                   | [Phone: (66) (75)                 |
| [Fax: (66) (77)                   | 611-212]{.smallcaps}              |
| 283-257]{.smallcaps}              |                                   |
|                                   | [Fax: (66) (75)                   |
|                                   | 611-202]{.smallcaps}              |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **[Songkhla Nakarin               | **[Bangkok Phuket                 |
| Hospital]{.smallcaps}**           | Hospital]{.smallcaps}**           |
|                                   |                                   |
| [71 Thanon                        | [2/1 Hongyok Utit                 |
| Karnjanavanij]{.smallcaps}        | Road]{.smallcaps}                 |
|                                   |                                   |
| [Amphur Hat Yai, Songkhla         | [Phuket 83000]{.smallcaps}        |
| 90112]{.smallcaps}                |                                   |
|                                   | [Phone: (66) (76)                 |
| [Phone: (66) (74)                 | 254-421]{.smallcaps}              |
| 212-063]{.smallcaps}              |                                   |
|                                   | [Fax: (66) (76)                   |
| [Fax: (66) (74)                   | 254-430]{.smallcaps}              |
| 212-912]{.smallcaps}              |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **[Phuket International           |                                   |
| Hospital]{.smallcaps}**           |                                   |
|                                   |                                   |
| [44 Chalermprakiet,]{.smallcaps}  |                                   |
|                                   |                                   |
| [King Rama IX Road]{.smallcaps}   |                                   |
|                                   |                                   |
| [Phuket 83000]{.smallcaps}        |                                   |
|                                   |                                   |
| [Phone: (66) (76)                 |                                   |
| 249-400]{.smallcaps}              |                                   |
|                                   |                                   |
| [Fax: (66) (76)                   |                                   |
| 210-936]{.smallcaps}              |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**Appendix L**

**[List of Attorneys]{.underline}**

In an effort better to serve Americans in Thailand, the U.S. Embassy has
compiled the following list of Thai law firms willing to assist
English-speakers with a wide variety of legal concerns. Each firm listed
below has English-speaking attorneys on staff and in many cases,
Bangkok-based firms are able to conduct correspondence in English. Firms
outside of the capital may not be able to offer a wide range of English
services. It may be necessary for Americans to hire their own
translator.

Firms are separated by location, with the largest number of firms
located in Bangkok. This list contains contact information for attorneys
in the Central and Southern regions of Thailand only. Those interested
in attorneys practicing in Northern Thailand should contact the
Consulate General in Chiang Mai by phone at (66) (53) 252-629. Inquiries
may also be faxed to (66) (53) 252-633. The Consulate General is located
at 387 Vidhayanond Road.

Please note: the American Embassy cannot guarantee the professional
ability or integrity of these firms.

**Bangkok**

1.  **Advance Adjusting Associates Co. Ltd.**

**8 Amara 3, Sukhumvit Soi 49**

**Bangkok 10110**

**Contact: John Sobell**

**Phone: (66) (2) 381-9090**

**Emergency Phone: (66) (1) 911-5149**

**Fax: (66) (2) 381-2615**

**Email:<aaaco@ksc15.th.com>**

**Website:[http://www.aaacoth.com](http://www.aaacoth.com/)**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Aeronautical/ Maritime        | -   Government Relations          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Auto Accidents                | -   Immigration                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Child Custody                 | -   Insurance                     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Collections                   | -   Marketing Agreements          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Contracts                     | -   Marriages and Divorces        |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Civil Damages                 | -   Mining and Petroleum          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Corporations                  | -   Capital Cases                 |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Estates                       | -   Private Investigation         |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Claims                | -   Patents, Trademarks,          |
|                                   |     Copyrights                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Investments           | -   Raw Material Investments      |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**Notes**: Provides translation services.

> Handles cases outside of Bangkok.
>
> Does not handle narcotics trafficking cases.

2.  **Amphon, Kittiporn, Anuporn & Associates Law Office**

**80/2 Trok Sathien**

**Tanao Road**

**Sarnchaophorsua, Phranakorn**

**Bangkok 10200**

**Contact:KittipornAroonrat, Kunacha Chaichumporn**

**Phone: (66) (2) 622-0200**

**Fax: (66) (2) 622-0198**

**Email:<akamaster@akalawyers.com>**

**Website:[http://www.akalawyers.com](http://www.akalawyers.com/)**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Administration                | -   Foreign Claims / Investments  |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Banking & Finance             | -   Government Relations          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Bankruptcy                    | -   Immigration                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Civil Damages                 | -   Insurance                     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Collection                    | -   Labor Relations               |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Commercial Trade Disputes     | -   Litigation / Arbitration      |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Company Formation             | -   Marriages and Divorces        |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Contracts                     | -   Patents, Trademarks,          |
|                                   |     Copyrights                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Corporations                  | -   Property Development          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Criminal / Commercial Crime   | -   Real Property / Construction  |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Customs                       | -   Securities and Stock Exchange |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Estates                       | -   Taxation                      |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Claims / Investments  | -   Visas / Work Permits          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**Notes**: Provides translation services; provides court translation
services

> Handles cases outside of Bangkok.
>
> **Clients:** Krung Thai Bank Public Co. Ltd., Bank Thai Public Co.
> Ltd., C.P. Group, Land & House Public Co. Ltd., Pepsi-Cola (Thai)
> Trading Co. Ltd., NEC (Thailand) Co. Ltd., Thaiwah Group, Telephone
> Organization of Thailand, Philipp Holzmann (Thai) Co. Ltd., Royal
> Embassy of Saudi Arabia, Phoenix Pulp & Paper Public Co. Ltd., Thai
> Rung Union Car Public Co. Ltd., Morkot Industries Public Co. Ltd.,
> Techapaibul Co. Ltd., Saudi Arabian Airlines, BASF Coatings S.A.,
> Stock Exchange of Thailand, Petroasia (Thailand) Co. Ltd., Quality
> House Public Co. Ltd.

3.  **Baker & McKenzie**

**Unit 2601, 22-26^th^ Floor**

**990 Abdulrahim Place**

**Rama IV, Silom, Bangrak**

**Bangkok 10500**

**Contact:John W. Hancock**

**Phone: (66) (2) 636-2000**

**Fax: (66) (2) 636-2111**

**Email:<bangkok.info@bakernet.com>**

**Website:[http://www.bakernet.com](http://www.bakernet.com/)**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Aeronautical / Maritime       | -   Insurance                     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Banking / Finance             | -   Marketing Agreements          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Commercial                    | -   Mining and Petroleum          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Corporate                     | -   Patents, Trademarks,          |
|                                   |     Copyrights                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Claims & Investment   | -   Raw Material Investments      |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Government Relations          | -   Taxation                      |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Immigration                   | -   Trade Disputes                |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**Notes**: Does not provide translation services.

> Does not handle cases outside of Bangkok.

An international firms with 65 offices in cities around the world.

4.  **Bamrung, Suvicha, Apisakdi Law Associates**

**155/19 Soi Mahadlekluang 1**

**Rajdamri Road, Lumpini, Patumwan**

**Bangkok 10330**

**Contact:Bamrung Tavehittiwatana**

**Phone:(66) (2) 252-1566, 652-2815-9**

**Fax:(66) (2) 253-9575**

**Email:<bsalaw@access.inet.co.th>**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Aeronautical / Maritime       | -   Immigration                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Auto Accidents                | -   Insurance                     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Banking & Finance             | -   Marriages and Divorces        |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Collections                   | -   Narcotics & Capital Cases     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Contracts                     | -   Private Investigation         |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Civil Damages                 | -   Patents, Trademarks,          |
|                                   |     Copyrights                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Corporations                  | -   Raw Material Investments      |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Estates                       | -   Marketing Agreements          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Claims & Investments  | -   Mining and Petroleum          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Government Relations          | -   Taxation & Trade Disputes     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**Notes**: Provides services of a translator.

> Handles cases outside of Bangkok.
>
> Does not handle child custody or adoption cases.
>
> Has legal relationship with U.S. firms of Gelles & Lawrence in Los
> Angeles, California
>
> and Radon & Ishizumi of New York, New York.

5.  **Bangkok Legal Associates, Ltd.**

> **ITF Tower II, 17^th^ Floor**
>
> **140/38 Silom Road, Bangrak**
>
> **Bangkok 10500**
>
> **Contact:Puttri Kuvanonda**
>
> **Phone: (66) (2) 231-6096**
>
> **Fax: (66) (2) 231-6099**
>
> **Email:<blalaw@ji-NET.COM>**
>
> **Website:[http://www.blegala@ji-NET.COM]()**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Aeronautical / Maritime       | -   Government Relations          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Auto Accidents                | -   Immigration & Labor Relations |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Banking & Finance             | -   Insurance                     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Child Custody                 | -   Marketing Agreements          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Civil Damages                 | -   Marriages and Divorces        |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Collections                   | -   Mining and Petroleum          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Contracts                     | -   Narcotics                     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Corporations                  | -   Patents, Trademarks,          |
|                                   |     Copyrights                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Estates                       | -   Raw Material Investments      |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Claims & Investments  | -   Theft / Fraud / Embezzlement  |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**6. Chandler & Thong-Ek**

> **Bubhajit Building, 7^th^ Floor**
>
> **20 North Sathorn Road**

**Bangkok 10500**

**Contact: Albert T. Chandler**

**Phone: (66) (2) 266-6485**

**Fax: (66) (2) 266-6463**

**Email:<chandler@ctlo.com>**

**Website: [http://ctlo.com](http://ctlo.com/)**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Banking & Finance             | -   Joint Ventures                |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Construction                  | -   Mergers & Acquisitions        |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Corporate Restructuring       | -   Mining and Petroleum          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Dispute Resolution            | -   Real Estate                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   International Banking         | -   Securities                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Internat'l Business           | -   Taxation                      |
|     Transactions                  |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Investment Promotion          |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**7. Dej-Udom & Associates, Ltd.**

**Charn Isara Tower, 9^th^ Floor**

**942/ 142-3 Rama Road IV**

**Bangkok 10500**

**Contact: Jane Puranananda**

**Phone: (66) (2) 233-0055**

**Fax: (66) (2) 236-6681**

**Email:<dej-udom@dejudom.com>**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Arbitration & Litigation      | -   Intellectual Property Rights  |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Banking & Finance             | -   Joint Venture Projects        |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Investment in         | -   Labor Issues                  |
|     Thailand                      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   General Practice              | -   Patents, Trademarks,          |
|                                   |     Copyrights                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Government Relations          | -   Property Development          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Internat'l Commercial         | -   Taxation                      |
|     Contracts                     |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Internat'l Securities         | -   Work Permits                  |
|     Transactions                  |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Immigration                   | -                                 |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**Notes**: Provides translation services.

Provides court translation services.

> Handles cases outside of Bangkok.

**8. The Dharmniti International Co., Ltd**

> **Nai Lert Tower, 4^th^ Floor**
>
> **Wireless Road, Lumpini,**
>
> **Bangkok 10330**
>
> **Contact Pichai Puchmongkol**
>
> **Phone: (66) (2) 252-1260, 655-0711**
>
> **Fax: (66) (2) 252-1108**
>
> **Website: [http://www.dharmniti.co.th](http://www.dharmniti.co.th/)**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Adoption                      | -   Government Relations          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Auto Accidents                | -   Immigration                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Child Custody                 | -   Insurance                     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Civil Damages                 | -   Maritime / Aviation           |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Contracts                     | -   Narcotics & Capital Cases     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Collections                   | -   Private Investigation         |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Corporations                  | -   Patents, Trademarks,          |
|                                   |     Copyrights                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Estates                       | -   Taxation                      |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Claims                | -   Theft / Fraud / Embezzlement  |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Investment            | -   Visas / Work Permits          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

> **Notes:** Provides translation services.
>
> Handles cases outside of Bangkok.

**9. The Far East Law Office (Thailand) Co., Ltd.**

> **555 SSP Tower, 11^th^ Floor**
>
> **Sukhumvit Soi 63 (Ekamai)**
>
> **North Klongton, Wattana**
>
> **Bangkok 10110**
>
> **Contact:Theerapun Pethsuwan**
>
> **Phone:(66)(2) 711-4912**
>
> **Fax:(66)(2) 711-4920**
>
> **Email: <info@fareastlaw.co.th>**
>
> **Website:
> [http://www.fareastlaw.co.th](http://www.fareastlaw.co.th/)**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Banking & Finance             | -   Insurance & Civil Damages     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Commercial Restructuring      | -   Marketing Agreements          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Corporate Restructuring       | -   Patents, Trademarks,          |
|                                   |     Copyrights                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Estates                       | -   Property Management           |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Claims                | -   Raw Material Investments      |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Investments           | -   Taxation or Taxes             |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Government Relations          | -   Trade Disputes                |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Immigration & Labor Relations | -                                 |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**10. Marut Bunnag International Law Office**

> **Forum Tower, 22^nd^ Floor**
>
> **184/130-136 Ratchadaphisek Road**
>
> **Huaykwang, Bangkok 10320**
>
> **Contact: Rujira Bunnag**
>
> **Phone: (66) (2) 645-2556**
>
> **Fax (66) (2) 645-2568-9**
>
> **Email: <marut@loxinfo.co.th>**

**Website: [http://www.marut.th.com](http://www.marut.th.com/)**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Arbitration & Litigation      | -   Insurance                     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Criminal                      | -   Internat'l Business           |
|                                   |     Transactions                  |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Commercial Issues             | -   Joint Ventures                |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Factory Licensing             | -   Maritime Law                  |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Immigration & Labor           | -   Patent / Copyright /          |
|                                   |     Trademarks                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**11. Natee International Law Office, Ltd.**

> **Alma Link Building, 16^th^ Floor**
>
> **25 Soi Chidlom, Ploenchit Road**
>
> **Bangkok 10500**
>
> **Contact: Natee Thongdee**
>
> **Phone: (66) (2) 655-5425**
>
> **Fax: (66) (2) 253-6994**
>
> **Email: <nilo@ksc15.th.com>**
>
> **Website: [http://www.nateelaw.com](http://www.nateelaw.com/)**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Administrative Law            | -   Immigration                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Banking & Securities          | -   Intellectual Property         |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Construction & Real Estate    | -   International Law             |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Contracts / Joint Ventures    | -   Investment Promotion          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Corporate Law & Finance       | -   Labor Law                     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Taxation                      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**12. Ratanachai Legal Office**

**15 Soi 35, Sukhumvit Road**

**North Klongton, Wattana**

**Bangkok 10110**

**Contact: Poovong Posai**

**Phone: (66) (2) 258-8807**

**Emergency Phone: (66) (1) 803-4097**

**Fax: (66) (2) 262-0843**

**Email: <lawyer@anet.net.th>**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Criminal Defense              | -   Narcotics                     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Government Relations          | -   Immigration                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Immigration                   | -   Patents/ Copyrights/          |
|                                   |     Trademarks                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

> **Notes**: Does not provide translation services. Attorney will
> translate.

**13. Dr. Suvarn Law Office**

**63 Soi 8 (Soi Preeda)**

**Sukhumvit Road**

**Bangkok 10110**

**Contact: Dr. Suvarn Valaisthein**

**Phone: (66) (2) 255-2550**

**Fax:(66) (2) 253-3427**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Contracts                     | -   Mergers & Acquisitions        |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Finance & Securities          | -   Investment                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Investments                   | -   Taxation                      |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**14. Tilleke & Gibbins**

> **64/1 Soi Ton Son, Ploenchit**
>
> **Bangkok 10330**
>
> **Contact: David Lyman**
>
> **Phone: (66) (2) 254-2640**
>
> **Fax: (66) (2) 254-4304**
>
> **Email: <postmaster@tillekeandgibbins.com>**
>
> **Website:
> [http://www.tillekeandgibbins.com](http://www.tillekeandgibbins.com/)**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Aviation / Insurance          | -   General Litigation            |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Banking & Finance             | -   Human Resources               |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Capital Cases                 | -   Intellectual Property         |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Commercial Trade Disputes     | -   International Trade           |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Communications                | -   Maritime                      |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Corporate Services            | -   Minerals Resources / Energy   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Criminal                      | -   Private Client Services       |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Dispute Resolution            | -   Real Property / Construction  |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

> **Notes:** Provides services of a translator. Handles cases outside
> Bangkok.
>
> **Clients:** USAID, US Peace Corps, American Family Life Assurance
> Company, Ltd., Export-Import, Bank of the United States, United Parcel
> Service of America, Inc., Syntex (USA) Inc., American Home Products
> Corporation, AT&T (Thailand), Unocal Corporation, The Coca-Cola
> Company, Coca-Cola Export Corporation, Universal Foods Corporation,
> Ltd., Kimberly Clark Corporation, Eastman Kodak Company, Samsonite
> Corporation, Stanhome Inc., The Textile Museum (Washington, DC).

**15. Udom-Prok & Associates**

> **105/36 Boromratchonnee Road**

**Bangkok Noi, Bangkok 10700**

**Contact: Prok Amranand**

**Phone: (66) (2) 435-4146**

**Fax: (66) (2) 434-3318**

**Emergency Phone: (66) (2) 434-3365**

**Email:<udomdharm-law@hotmail.com>**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Auto Accidents                | -   Immigration                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Banking / Finance             | -   Insurance                     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Civil Damages                 | -   Labor Relations               |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Collections                   | -   Marketing Agreements          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Contracts                     | -   Marriages and Divorces        |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Corporations                  | -   Mining and Petroleum          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Estates                       | -   Patents/ Trademarks/          |
|                                   |     Copyrights                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Claims                | -   Raw Material Investment       |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Investment            | -   Theft / Fraud / Embezzlements |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Government Relations          | -   Taxation                      |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**Notes**: Does not provide translation services.

Does not handle criminal cases. Does not handle cases outside of
Bangkok.

**[Clients]{.smallcaps}**: American Express (Thai) Co., Ltd., White &
Case (New York), Cades, Schutte Fleming & Wright, Alagia Day Marchall
Mintmire & Chauvin (Washington).

**16. Vickery & Worachai, Ltd.**

**16^th^ Floor, Diethelm Tower A**

**93/1 Wireless Road**

**Bangkok 10300**

**Contact: Worchai Bhicharnchitr**

**Phone: (66) (2) 256-6311**

**Fax:(66) (2) 256-6317**

**Email: <vwlaw@loxinfo.co.th>**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Aeronautical / Maritime       | -   Immigration                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Auto Accidents                | -   Insurance                     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Civil Damages                 | -   Labor Relations               |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Contracts                     | -   Marketing Agreements          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Corporations                  | -   Mining and Petroleum          |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Estates                       | -   Patents/ Trademarks/          |
|                                   |     Copyrights                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Investments           | -   Taxation                      |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Government Relations          | -   Trade Disputes                |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**Notes**: Does not provide translation services.

> Does not handle cases outside of Bangkok.
>
> **Clients:** American Brands, Inc., Brown & Root, Inc., The Chubb
> Corp., Connell Bros, Co. (Thailand) Ltd., Digital Equipment Corp., The
> Firestone Tire and Rubber Co., Flour-Daniel, Inc., General Electric
> Co., Foot-Joy, Inc., Johnson & Johnson, Kodak Far East Purchasing Co.
> Inc., Korn/Perry International, Unocal Corp., Esso Standard (Thailand)
> Ltd.

**Investigative Services**

> **First Services -- Asia**
>
> **Suite 1401, One Pacific Place**
>
> **140 Sukhumvit Road**
>
> **Bangkok 10110**
>
> **Contact: David Milne**
>
> **Phone: (66) (2) 653-5091**
>
> **Fax: (66) (2) 653-5117**
>
> **E-mail: [firstpi@sr.sticare.com](mailto:bales@mozart.inet.co.th)**

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| **Fields of Specialization**      |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Adoptions                     | -   Foreign Investment            |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Aeronautical / Maritime       | -   Immigration                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Auto Accidents                | -   Insurance                     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Child Custody                 | -   Marriages and Divorces        |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Civil Damages                 | -   Narcotics & Capital Cases     |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Collections                   | -   Patents/ Trademarks/          |
|                                   |     Copyrights                    |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Corporations                  | -   Private Investigation         |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| -   Foreign Claims                |                                   |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

**Notes:** Not a law firm. Company specializes in private investigation
related to legal cases.

> Provides services of a translator.
>
> Handles cases outside of Bangkok.
>
> Affiliated with First Services/New York, 100 Merrick Road, Suite 400,
> Rockville Center NY 11570. Phone: (516) 594-8500, Fax: (516) 594-8290

**Law Firms Outside Bangkok**

+------------+---------------------------------------------------------+
| **Pattaya/ | **Chinda Tayawatana Law Office**                        |
| Chonburi** |                                                         |
|            | **65/6 Moo 10, South Pattaya Road**                     |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Nongprue, Banglamuang**                               |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Chonburi 20150**                                      |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Contact: Chinda Tiyawatana**                          |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Phone: (66) (38) 425-381**                            |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Fax: (66) (38) 425-381**                              |
+------------+---------------------------------------------------------+
| **Pattaya/ | **Yuttitham Law Office**                                |
| Chonburi** |                                                         |
|            | **463/9 Moo 9, Beach Road**                             |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Nongprue, Banglamung**                                |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Chonburi 20260**                                      |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Contact: Sathaporn Sriyoha**                          |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Phone: (66) (38) 427-218, 710-252**                   |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Mobile: (66) (1) 914-2282**                           |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Fax: (66) (38) 710-611-2**                            |
+------------+---------------------------------------------------------+
| **Pattaya/ | **Thai Inter Law Consultants**                          |
| Chonburi** |                                                         |
|            | **31/19 Moo 10, South Pattaya**                         |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Nongprue, Banglamung**                                |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Chonburi 20260**                                      |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Contact:Katrena Wonnasakda**                          |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Phone: (66) (38) 425-269**                            |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Emergency Phone:(66) (1) 314-1926**                   |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Fax: (66) (38) 373-351, 723-108**                     |
+------------+---------------------------------------------------------+
| **Hat      | **Sawai Pattano**                                       |
| Yai**      |                                                         |
|            | **6 Tung Sao Song Road**                                |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Hat Yai, Songkhla 90110**                             |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Contact:Sawai Pattano**                               |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Phone: (66) (74) 233-599**                            |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Fax:(66) (74) 230-976**                               |
+------------+---------------------------------------------------------+
| **Phuket** | **Suporn, Surat & Associates**                          |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **25/55 Chaofa Road**                                   |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Muang District**                                      |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Phuket 83000**                                        |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Contact:Eric Snyder**                                 |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Phone: (66) (76) 222-424**                            |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Fax:(66) (76) 224-648**                               |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **E-mail: <jairak@phuket.ksc.co.th>**                   |
+------------+---------------------------------------------------------+
| **Phuket** | **Vithaya Isaramalai**                                  |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **67/19 Ras Utit 200 Years Road**                       |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Patong, Katu Phuket 83150**                           |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Coctact: Vithaya Isaramalai**                         |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Phone: (66) (76) 340-999**                            |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Fax:(66) (76) 342-220**                               |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Email: <legal@phuketinternet.co.th>**                 |
+------------+---------------------------------------------------------+
| **Surat    | **Wichit Yuennan**                                      |
| Thani**    |                                                         |
|            | **387/174 Moo Ban Wangphet**                            |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Phuangphet Soi 1, Muang District**                    |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Surat Thani 84000**                                   |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Contact:Wichit Yuennan**                              |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Phone: (66) (77) 282-465**                            |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Emergency Phone:(66) (1) 693-3767**                   |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Fax:(66) (77) 282-465**                               |
+------------+---------------------------------------------------------+
| **Krabi**  | **Sanya Kiowkhong**                                     |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **387/4 Uttarakit Road**                                |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Pak Nam, Muang District**                             |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Krabi 81000**                                         |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Contact:Sanya Kiowkhong**                             |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Phone: (66) (75) 611-317**                            |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Fax:(66) (75) 611-451**                               |
+------------+---------------------------------------------------------+
| **Nakorn   | **Kanit Mitrakul**                                      |
| Sri        |                                                         |
| T          | **178 Sri Thammarat Road**                              |
| hammarat** |                                                         |
|            | **Nai Muang, Muang**                                    |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Nakorn Sri Thammarat 80000**                          |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Contact: Kanit Mitrakul**                             |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Phone: (66) (75) 310-757**                            |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Mobile Phone: (66) (1) 956-0464**                     |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Fax: (66) (75) 310-757**                              |
+------------+---------------------------------------------------------+
| **Nakorn** | **Veena Rodway**                                        |
|            |                                                         |
| **Ra       | **R.S. Law Firm**                                       |
| tchasima** |                                                         |
|            | **322/2-3 Mahatthai Road**                              |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Amphur Muang**                                        |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Nakorn Ratchasima 30000**                             |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Contact: Veena Rodway**                               |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Phone (66) (44) 266-775**                             |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Mobile Phone: (66) (1) 967-7906**                     |
|            |                                                         |
|            | **Fax: (66) (44) 268-312**                              |
+------------+---------------------------------------------------------+

####  

######### 

######### Appendix M

######### TRANSLATORS & PHOTOGRAPHERS

The following is a list of private firms that provide adequate
photography or translation services. This is only a representative
selection of such firms reasonably convenient to the Embassy, and does
not constitute an endorsement or recommendation of any particular firm.
A comprehensive list of the many photography shops in Bangkok is located
in the yellow pages of the Bangkok telephone directory. Listed fees are
for English to Thai translations of marriage affidavits.

####### [Translators]{.underline}

**1.** A.C. Service Limited **2**. Fuji Translation **3**. Siam
Translation

Kian Gwan Building 2, 11^th^ Fl. 57/13 Wireless Road 57/4 Wireless Rd.

138-140-141/1 Wireless RD Bangkok 10330 Bangkok 10330 Bangkok 10330 Tel:
(02) 252-6428 Tel: (02) 250-1656

Tel: 256-6564, 253-9155 Translation fee: 300 Baht Translation fee: 400
Baht

Fax: 253-9155

Translation Fee: 350 Baht

**4.** Bangkok Translation Office **5.** Language Lovers' Translation
Centre **6.** Interlanguage Translation Center

562 Ploenchit Road 93/1 Diethelm Tower B, 1^st^ Floor 554 Ploenchit Rd

Bangkok 10330 Wireless Road, Bangkok, 10330 Ploenchit Square (near
British Embassy)

Tel: (02) 251-5666 Tel./Fax: 650-7900-1 Tel: (02) 252-4307

Fax: 651-4680 Translation fee: 500 Baht Fax: 252-9177

Translation fee: 400 Baht Translation fee: 300 Baht

**[Photographers]{.underline}**

*Note*: When you go to a photographer for U.S. passport photographs, you
must emphasize that the pictures must be 2 x 2 inches in size. Both
color and black and white photographs are acceptable. The pictures must
be clear, front view, full-face, and printed on thin paper with a light,
plain background.

**1.** A.C . Service Limited **2.** Kodak Life Style

11^th^ Floor, Kian Gwan Bldg 2 1^st^ Floor Sindhorn Bldg.

138-140-140/1 Wireless Road Wireless Road

Tel: 256-6564 Tel: 263-2290

*(Across the street from the Embassy) (Across the street from the
Embassy)*

**Appendix N**

# Directory of Tourist Police Phone Numbers

If you cannot find the local number for the Tourist Police in your area,
you may dial 1155 for assistance toll-free from anywhere in Thailand.

> **[Province]{.underline}** **[Telephone]{.underline}**

##### Bangkok 0-2678-6800-9

> Ayudhaya 0-3524-2352
>
> Pattaya 0-3842-9371
>
> Kanchanaburi 0-3451-2668
>
> Nakorn Ratchasima 0-4434-1777-9
>
> Ubon 0-4524-5505
>
> Khon Kaen 0-4323-6937
>
> Koh Samui 0-7742-1281
>
> Phuket 0-7625-4693
>
> Hat Yai 0-7424-6733
>
> Chiang Mai 0-5324-8130
>
> Phitsanulok 0-5524-5358
>
> Nakorn Sawan 0-5622-4172