Thailand

Thailand is in the Southeast of Asia, with Laos and Cambodia to the east and the Gulf of Thailand and Malaysianextto Burma (Myanmar) on its west. The capital is Bangkok, the country's official language is Thai. In touristic resorts people also speak the English language. The history of Thailand is estimated to be dating 10,000 years, up to the paleolithic era. Visitors will encounter super-rich archaeological sites of cultural heritage. The temples of worship of Buddha abound in the region, contributing to the exotic environment of the place. Thailand is the only country in Southeast Asia that avoided colonization, thus preserving the history and cultural heritage. The ancient monuments, temples and deserted cities all attest to the magnificent past of Thailand, a wonderful destination for your holidays. The historical treasures match with the wonderful nature. Thailand has many picturesque islands and beaches as well as 90 national parks and an amazing wildlife. The Thais are renowned for their friendliness and smile .

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Visas from US Consular Sections in Thailand and 171 Countries Cancelled

Rules change that may affect non-American family member’s ability to return to the United States, reports Democrats Abroad based in Bangkok.
Visas Must be processed by August 15 if applied for at US Consular Section of 172 US Embassies.

Pattaya Times - Effective August 15, 2011, most Americans will no longer be able to use the US Consular Sections in the country of residence for immigration matters, including Thailand.  The US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) will require petitioners go directly to the USCIS in the United States to bring  foreign family members with the US citizen moving back to the US. (form I-130,Petition for Alien Relative). 
This USCIS regulatory change is billed as a cost-cutting measure.  Democrats Abroad is delving into this issue to find more concrete information to provide members with regard to this critical rule before it goes into effect.  Democrats Abroad has a long-standing commitment  to simplifying the path to citizenship and legal permanent residency for non-American spouses and close family members.  
Approximately 10,000 Americans living abroad would be immediately impacted by this ruling. According to Immigration lawyers http://www.pattayalawyers.com/  this process will go from weeks to quite possibly years for those Americans who reside in the 172 countries that do not have USCIS offices.  Until Aug. 15th, petitioners will be able to submit petitions through local Consular officials—after that date, all petitions would have to be sent to the USCIS Chicago address.
For those intending to return to the US with their non-American spouses and children in the next year they should consult with a qualified US Immigration attorney before August 15th for information on how this Rules change impacts them.
The official USCIS comment period for this change, announced in the Federal Register, ended July 18.  However, if US citizens wish to contact their US Representative or US Senator in this regard please do so.  Despite the end of the formal comment period, the main office of USCIS can also be contacted.  For more information on this issue be sure to join the Immigration Group on our website. Feel free to share this information with other Americans.
Pattaya Times

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