thai baht rate update

[Red_Tirak1099]

since the move to new airport and beginning this year the airport tax has been included into all tickets that we buy. no more need to pay separately. makes life easier for us all too... remember the old days when we must keep 500tb to pay for tax.

hope this helps...
But tax is B700 now....unseen but still factor in....I jus bought SQ tickets travelling on the 6th....plus peak period & every kind of tax & surcharges...its S$430!!! :(

[Red_Tirak1099]

Wa didn't know so ex 400+... why didnt you fly other budget airline like airasia etc? You flying SQ what class? hehe or you simply can't resist the stewardess?

Y class lor.....2 hrs flight no point sit Raffles rite? Budget legroom is no-no for me flew once swore off it. Flew there over the weekend also paid $360 onli for same tickets.

[gigantor]

Y class lor.....2 hrs flight no point sit Raffles rite? Budget legroom is no-no for me flew once swore off it. Flew there over the weekend also paid $360 onli for same tickets.

Bro
Where u book yr ticket? If book from Singaporeair.com is $450 leh.

[yinyang]

Where u book yr ticket? If book from Singaporeair.com is $450 leh.
..Budget legroom is no-no for me flew once swore off it. Flew there over the weekend also paid $360 onli for same tickets.
Wa didn't know so ex 400+... why didnt you fly other budget airline like airasia etc?
SQ's premium fare with catch of 2 to go (for better pricing). RT1099 got deep pockets :p

You will be surprised with what you can get on regular airlines (TG, CX and Swiss Air) for non peak periods. Range from 260-360 incl taxes. So differential (I've done it at lower range) from budget is not a bridge too far to cross -with trade offs eg better choice schedule, seat allocation (save for Jetstar), aerobridge (instead of bus for AirAsia), leg room, makan. For Dec period from boxing day departure and return Jan1 is nett 368 on TG, CX 376 (today on Zuji.com, may vary later). Kns, must make up my mind before the hordes come in.

[Red_Tirak1099]

Bro
Where u book yr ticket? If book from Singaporeair.com is $450 leh.Thats means I got it at a bargain ah? Little comfort to me bro still forking out extra. You want I PM you the travel agency.....KNN after I booked the travel agent still tell me to pay upfront 1st if not price going to increase & she cannot guarrantee seats. Now I want to push forward 1 day change date to 5th also cannot she say my ticket special price (ya rite more expensive) ticket cannot change departure date WTF!!! :mad:

[Red_Tirak1099]

SQ's premium fare with catch of 2 to go (for better pricing). RT1099 got deep pockets

You will be surprised with what you can get on regular airlines (TG, CX and Swiss Air) for non peak periods. Range from 260-360 incl taxes. So differential (at lower range) from budget is not a bridge too far to cross -with trade offs eg better choice schedule, seat allocation (save for Jetstar), aerobridge (instead of bus for AirAsia), leg room, makan.Ya lor bro my pockets bottomless one coz got holes! :D

I also find come peak periods those budget airlines charge almost the same as regular airlines even. Trick is book early especially so for budget but the airlines outsmart you too coz got blackout dates. I travelling on the 6th they still charging me extra CCB....now I want to travel even earlier to avoid the crowd also cannot :mad:

[gigantor]

SQ's premium fare with catch of 2 to go (for better pricing). RT1099 got deep pockets :p

You will be surprised with what you can get on regular airlines (TG, CX and Swiss Air) for non peak periods. Range from 260-360 incl taxes. So differential (I've done it at lower range) from budget is not a bridge too far to cross -with trade offs eg better choice schedule, seat allocation (save for Jetstar), aerobridge (instead of bus for AirAsia), leg room, makan. For Dec period from boxing day departure and return Jan1 is nett 368 on TG, CX 376 (today on Zuji.com, may vary later). Kns, must make up my mind before the hordes come in.

IC, but normally these tickets timing is not too good. Probably the evening flight only... Tried it once, but fly ard 6pm. Cost ard 360sgd.

[gigantor]

Thats means I got it at a bargain ah? Little comfort to me bro still forking out extra. You want I PM you the travel agency.....KNN after I booked the travel agent still tell me to pay upfront 1st if not price going to increase & she cannot guarrantee seats. Now I want to push forward 1 day change date to 5th also cannot she say my ticket special price (ya rite more expensive) ticket cannot change departure date WTF!!! :mad:
No need bro, just abit curious only. Thanks anyway.;)

[justl00king]

Bro, THB's got weaker now... so guess your cheonging appetite's got bigger hehehe. Any wayward thoughts to LOS by year end?So far getting my kicks from the influx of all too many thai imports.:D

Still, should make a trip soon for some partying.:)

[siamcutey]

I also find come peak periods those budget airlines charge almost the same as regular airlines even. Trick is book early especially so for budget but the airlines outsmart you too coz got blackout dates. I travelling on the 6th they still charging me extra CCB....now I want to travel even earlier to avoid the crowd also cannot :mad:

No point in booking early if schedule not fixed 3 months in advance.
My last trip I told myself not to take anymore Jetstar, but bo bian, its the only one with early morning flight. And it has the best timing to come back at 7plus evening, can late checkout from room.

Thai airways have morning flight, but early noon fly back.
Cathay have early noon flight, ticket price almost same same as jetstar.
SQ peak period very expensive and either can go early return early or go later return later.
Swiss air go late flight and actually waste 1 extra night of room stay.



SC

[Red_Tirak1099]

No point in booking early if schedule not fixed 3 months in advance....
SC
Yes I guess sometimes it cant be help. I remember b4 there were budget airlines, many airlines were plying the SIN-BKK route daily, airlines like Finnair, KLM, Qantas, Biman, China Airlines, Royal Nepal (they had morning flights out of SIN which were a rarity as it was dominated by TG & SQ) & Air India which had the earliest flight out of BKK at 6.50am!!! The choices were mind boggling.....now it seems we have less to choose from :(

[ChaYen]

why all these happen?

They might be following the Thai pricing model: When demand drops, increase price to make-up for loss of profit. :P

[sideshowhell]

Hi brothers!

I'm a new bird in here, finding the forums very informative!
(virgin post eh this one,wahaha!)

So i am making my first trip to bangkok, first this kinda trip at least ;)
Seems like the places to check out will be soi cowboy and nana, woot!
im pretty excited sia, will be in bangkok from the 14th to the 17th
travelling alone summore
so, if you guys gona be in thailand and wana meet for bar hopping or sumthin, feel free to pm me :D
heard that its quite safe as long as i dont mess around with any locals right?
also, any bars that are a MUST visit to you guys? best if there can get me a decent LT,lol

A small side issue(will be small i hope). your newbie bro here is an indian(not the typical kind la, lol), do you forsee any issues for me? heard some places dont like indians lei(though i feel its those from other countries perhaps, but maybe the thais cant tell the diff.)

[alex18122003]

Hatyai updates 23.35

[vmtech]

Hi brothers!



A small side issue(will be small i hope). your newbie bro here is an indian(not the typical kind la, lol), do you forsee any issues for me? heard some places dont like indians lei(though i feel its those from other countries perhaps, but maybe the thais cant tell the diff.)


they might, heard of some issues where they might "choose"
but anyway, if u're gonna spend some money, they might not :D

[sideshowhell]

yup, heard of stuff
but like most places, wif money, most issues are no longer issues
thanks for the reply!

[alex18122003]

Hatyai update today 23.45

[AHGONG]

Hatyai update today 23.45

thks bro for the update....too bad me only in HDY from 8th...if not can meet up and have some fun....enjoy yrslf.... :D

[forumer]

changed at punggol plaza yesterday , rate was only 23

[Ultimatum]

very informative thread!

Anyway, i will be there from 7th to 11th Nov! Lookin forward to the trip and if any bros is there, could meet up for dinner/ drinks/ extra curricular activities.

Always more fun in a bigger company!

I will be there with only a friend. Had scheduled to meet up with 1 other samster.

PM me if anyone wanna meet up

[Mafan]

very informative thread!

Anyway, i will be there from 7th to 11th Nov! Lookin forward to the trip and if any bros is there, could meet up for dinner/ drinks/ extra curricular activities.

Always more fun in a bigger company!

I will be there with only a friend. Had scheduled to meet up with 1 other samster.

PM me if anyone wanna meet up

u going which part of thailand ???? ai yo alex u took a flight har ? which part of hdy did u make the change ?

[namnoc]

soli sounds stupid
i heard that msian atm card can use in bkk?
you mean i just put card in and key in same pin and out comes baht?
anyone knows about this? then the exchange more expensive or better
if can i no need to change so many baht from rm dont feel so nice carry
extra around going to clubs. :(

[Ultimatum]

Oops, forgotten to mention , it is Bkk and its my first trip there so kinda excited. 3 more days.

[justl00king]

Was thinking of going up BKK next week for some partying. Flights either sold out or very ex.

Coming back to rates...hope to see 25 soon? :D

[devilboy1978(2)]

Was thinking of going up BKK next week for some partying. Flights either sold out or very ex.

Coming back to rates...hope to see 25 soon? :D

Is it possible 2 hit 25?Already got my flights in dec,hopfully d rates can
rise somemore..

[alex18122003]

which part of hdy did u make the change ?

Changing at Sri Maju coach agent

[vmtech]

Was thinking of going up BKK next week for some partying. Flights either sold out or very ex.

Coming back to rates...hope to see 25 soon? :D

a friend bought a last min ticket SIN-BKK via TG @ 260

bought on friday left on saturday, maybe promo ticket??

[Snuber]

soli sounds stupid
i heard that msian atm card can use in bkk?
you mean i just put card in and key in same pin and out comes baht?
anyone knows about this? then the exchange more expensive or better
if can i no need to change so many baht from rm dont feel so nice carry
extra around going to clubs. :(
Any ATM cards with the "Cirrus" or "Maestro" logo can be used overseas. It's the same as how you would withdraw cash locally. However, the exchange rate is dependent on the bank at the time of withdrawal and there is a fee imposed per transaction, which is also dependent on the bank itself

[84gunner]

Any ATM cards with the "Cirrus" or "Maestro" logo can be used overseas. It's the same as how you would withdraw cash locally. However, the exchange rate is dependent on the bank at the time of withdrawal and there is a fee imposed per transaction, which is also dependent on the bank itself

In AsiaPac, PLUS is more common / popular. Cirrus / Maestro is more commonly used in conjunction with Mastercard.

[Red_Tirak1099]

In AsiaPac, PLUS is more common / popular. Cirrus / Maestro is more commonly used in conjunction with Mastercard.
PLUS has the widest reach compare to the other 2. There are also other interbank networks not known here but popular in Europe like Euronet

[ahyong]

Today rate at GMC is 23.18 at bkk forex

[justl00king]

Is it possible 2 hit 25?Already got my flights in dec,hopfully d rates can
rise somemore..I hope so....:p

[justl00king]

a friend bought a last min ticket SIN-BKK via TG @ 260

bought on friday left on saturday, maybe promo ticket??I have also tried last minute booking previously on Jetstar. Called on friday afternoon, fly in the evening thru online around $220. Payment to be made at airport counter. :)

This time, I checked for 7 till 11 Nov sold out think due to holidays for promo prices. Still available are $199 one way before tax.

SQ I also checked sold out. TG I ca't log in as server busy so never find out if available.

[Mafan]

Changing at Sri Maju coach agent

ok thx if u can dont u mind can help me check the thai rate opp sakura where u buy ur massage voucher round the corner ? heading up HDY in 2 days time or 1.5 day :p many ppl say there have better rates i not sure as abit far.

[Red_Tirak1099]

TG = TigerAir?

I know if you walk in to Budget terminal and buy the last minute ticket for one-way, it is about SGD$220 for SIN-BKK. TG is Thai Airways....for this coming holidays all flights are full except SQ my kaki wanted to join me he told me ticket prices now $S$380 I told him its fucking cheap but he say its w/o tax....taxes S$130....total all in is S$510!!! :eek:

[vmtech]

TG = TigerAir?


TG = thaiairways

[donnieboi]

Hi Guys,

I'll be goin to BKK next month. Wanna check on where to buy bhat and when will it be a good time to buy the bhat to keep till next month?

Hope you guys can advice..

[yinyang]

..when will it be a good time to buy the bhat to keep till next month?
Money changers all over town. Probably can't go wrong with GM. Diff won't break your bank, unless you are changing a small fortune.

Anytime's a good time, depending on your needs and urgency etc. And if only we had the crystal ball, can be rich if we knew what tomorrow holds for thb:p
checked for 7 till 11 Nov sold out think due to holidays for promo prices. Still available are $199 one way before tax.
Latest this morning Jetstar, Tiger nett 120 for 10 departure (1 way)

[vmtech]

Latest this morning Jetstar, Tiger nett 120 for 10 departure (1 way)

wow tts damn ex for a budget airline

[alex18122003]

ok thx if u can dont u mind can help me check the thai rate opp sakura where u buy ur massage voucher round the corner ? heading up HDY in 2 days time or 1.5 day :p many ppl say there have better rates i not sure as abit far.

Bro Mafan, so sorri la... i had cOme back to SG for bonking liao. I arrived on Mon morning. Hope u enjoy yr trip to Hatyai as well :D

[Mr.romantic]

TG is Thai Airways....for this coming holidays all flights are full except SQ my kaki wanted to join me he told me ticket prices now $S$380 I told him its fucking cheap but he say its w/o tax....taxes S$130....total all in is S$510!!! :eek:

i ever took a return flight at $500+ before. that was during the Christmas period. sianzzz. :rolleyes:

[yinyang]

wow tts damn ex for a budget airline
Kns, fuel surcharge also ++ now from high oil price development. Kinda high season now with school hols etc. TG's return fare next week at 358, similiar for xmas period. Even krisflyer points kena hit by expensive taxes/surcharges what not. So not really worthwhile to redeem for short haul krung thep sector. You can't win, it's all in the name of business

[StevenGerrard]

I just got my ticket frm Indian Airlines frm 20dec-27dec for $326 inclusive
of tax..Any bros ever take flight frm tis airlines?My first time taking a flight
frm tis airlines..

[Mr.romantic]

I just got my ticket frm Indian Airlines frm 20dec-27dec for $326 inclusive
of tax..Any bros ever take flight frm tis airlines?My first time taking a flight
frm tis airlines..

hahaha INDIAN AIRLINES! good luck deh...:D

[StevenGerrard]

hahaha INDIAN AIRLINES! good luck deh...:D

Anything wrong with this airlines?????:confused:

[justl00king]

Tiger nett 120 for 10 departure (1 way)I got this from Tiger site- :)

Sorry, the flight you have selected is either fully booked or does not depart on or between
Wed, 07 Nov 07 and Thu, 08 Nov 07.

[justl00king]

Anything wrong with this airlines?????Nothing wrong...they will serve prata and mee goreng for meals. :p :p

[Red_Tirak1099]

i ever took a return flight at $500+ before. that was during the Christmas period. sianzzz. :rolleyes:Ya to think that Deepavali is onli local holiday......next time travel during lull period better....me friend flying in tonite after all :)

[Red_Tirak1099]

I just got my ticket frm Indian Airlines frm 20dec-27dec for $326 inclusive
of tax..Any bros ever take flight frm tis airlines?My first time taking a flight
frm tis airlines..
They still flying? Best thing I remembered is earliest flight out of BKK at 6.50am.....Can still report to office straight from airport :)

[donnieboi]

now make bookings to fly to BKK more expensive... i made my bookings about a month ago flying next month only.... fuel surcharge more x now.... ;)

[StevenGerrard]

Nothing wrong...they will serve prata and mee goreng for meals. :p :p

Really.....

[StevenGerrard]

They still flying? Best thing I remembered is earliest flight out of BKK at 6.50am.....Can still report to office straight from airport :)

My flight out frm BKK is 7.10am....:)

[yinyang]

My flight out frm BKK is 7.10am....
So you can save 1 night hotel cost, by checking out day before... and just hit the bars late late:p
Nothing wrong...they will serve prata and mee goreng for meals.
Add teh tarik for drinks, lol:D

No offence, just excuse my cheek

[Da Vinci]

Thai Baht is rising very fast!

now should be the best period to exchange and go BKK! :D

[StevenGerrard]

Thai Baht is rising very fast!

now should be the best period to exchange and go BKK! :D


Whats the rate now??

[namnoc]

Any ATM cards with the "Cirrus" or "Maestro" logo can be used overseas. It's the same as how you would withdraw cash locally. However, the exchange rate is dependent on the bank at the time of withdrawal and there is a fee imposed per transaction, which is also dependent on the bank itself


Cool thanks Snuber! :D
so if rates going up better change some now lo!

[Mafan]

Live from HDY ytd rate 23.44 from lovely tour saw bkk master here too ;p

[alex18122003]

Live from HDY ytd rate 23.44 from lovely tour saw bkk master here too ;p

Can see that Hatyai much higher than SG :p

[yinyang]

Live from HDY ytd rate 23.44 from lovely tour saw bkk master here too
We prefer your live FRs. Rtf by bkk master? lol:p

[Mafan]

Sat afternoon davis tour 23.45

[ChopChai]

Thanks for the info.

[l3est]

i need some help what is the rate for booking in hatyai who can give me a trust OKT contact that can speak hokkien thanks A.S.A.P

[ahyong]

i need some help what is the rate for booking in hatyai who can give me a trust OKT contact that can speak hokkien thanks A.S.A.P

bro this thread is not a thread looking for OKT contact in hatyai u can try the hatyai thread :)

update from GM 23.13

[Red_Tirak1099]

i need some help what is the rate for booking in hatyai who can give me a trust OKT contact that can speak hokkien thanks A.S.A.P
brother you like this anyhow go every thread luan luan hoot soon your 38 points very fast use finish.....hiak hiak hiak :D

[yinyang]

Bkk's lousier rate at 23.02 (yesterday). :( Well, tip teeny weeny less to puyings, pass on savings..err, loss recovery hehehe:p

[ahyong]

today rate at golden mile 23.18 at the ah neh shop :)

[yinyang]

Today 23.08+, Siam Com Bank. Worse off than SG (GM's), so change your small fortune at home:p

[serembanmen]

Today 23.08+, Siam Com Bank. Worse off than SG (GM's), so change your small fortune at home:p

Wat the rate of USD? in bkk

[yinyang]

Wat the rate of USD? in bkk
If you are unloading your big bucks, you can get closer to 33.5 than what the silly Bangkok Bank says at 1600 today. Link includes SGD, MYR etc. You shd get marginally better rates at smaller, less touristy joints:

http://www.bangkokbank.com/Bangkok+Bank/Web+Services/Rates/FX+Rates.htm

[Red_Tirak1099]

....You shd get marginally better rates at smaller, less touristy joints...

This is news to me bro, all along I thot its standard rates across :eek: :confused:

[issan_madboy]

This is news to me bro, all along I thot its standard rates across

this comes as a shock to me brother red tirak.i thought you were aware of this.:eek:

[yinyang]

This is news to me bro, all along I thot its standard rates across
You must have noticed the similiar rates between diff banks at bkk airport.

Takes a bit of looksee (no loss). Won't make u rich either, just feels good. For example, in busy Pratunam... the mom/pop kiosk on soi 19 (or 21?) is wee
bit better than shiny bank counter opposite corner.

No different from changing money at Orchard Rd malls against places in GM, Mustaffa etc.

Pls excuse me now, running late for 2 dates with 2 puyings (sequential order, none knows existence of other, else I'm done for!):p

[Red_Tirak1099]

You must have noticed the similiar rates between diff banks at bkk airport.

Takes a bit of looksee (no loss). Won't make u rich either, just feels good. For example, in busy Pratunam... the mom/pop kiosk on soi 19 (or 21?) is wee
bit better than shiny bank counter opposite corner.


Thanks bro, learn something new again today in SBF :)

[forumer]

saw the rate at suvarnabhumi today, around 22.9

[yinyang]

saw the rate at suvarnabhumi today, around 22.9
Hitting 22.9 with most thai banks last 2/3 days. But to pleasant surprise, UOB at Chidlom Centrral broached 23 at 23.08.

[vmtech]

23.08 ? wow just a week ago i was getting 23.24 around bkk

looks like a rollercoster ride again :P

[Cyberspace Nerd]

23.08/23.24= 0.99

That's a 0.6% difference. Assuming you change 10K SGD. How much do you lose. A mere $60 SGD. And if you change 1k SGD, that's only $6.

A mere 0.6% change and someone call it a roller coaster ride??? this guy really risk averse sia....:D

the AUD/SGD exchange rate can change from 1.34 to 1.25 in a few days. That's about 6.7%. this is what i call roller coaster ride. :rolleyes:

[Red_Tirak1099]

23.08/23.24= 0.99

That's a 0.6% difference. Assuming you change 10K SGD. How much do you lose. A mere $60 SGD. And if you change 1k SGD, that's only $6.

.....Cannot say like tat.....if changing 1 million leh? LOL :D

[Red_Tirak1099]

Thats a tough call... for Sgman 6 dollar can buy 2 meals for Thaiman 6 dollar can buy 3-4meal?
A penny saved is a penny earned :D

[EC Guy]

Cannot say like tat.....if changing 1 million leh? LOL :D

its relative meh... what for change S$1m when going only for 2-3 days/weeks/months?

[Cyberspace Nerd]

A penny saved is a penny earned :D

84gunner can make many more bus trips in bkk with $6 sgd. :D

[BlueDragon193]

So far, UOB Thai offer the best rate than the others.

[Mr.romantic]

84gunner can make many more bus trips in bkk with $6 sgd. :D

now even bus fares keep rising bit by bit in BKK.

[forumer]

I just found out that UOB have certain cards(credit or debit) that allow overseas ATM withdrawal each month for 3 times without charging $5 admin fee. Thats pretty good deal.

**Waiver of commission charges for your first three international ATM withdrawals each month (the usual charge is S$5 per withdrawal)**


which cards from UOB?

[StevenGerrard]

which cards from UOB?

I know UOB debit card does not charge your first 3 international withdrawal(per mth)..

[forumer]

I know UOB debit card does not charge your first 3 international withdrawal(per mth)..

looked thru the UOB website, didn't see anything about 3 free international withdrawals :o

[StevenGerrard]

looked thru the UOB website, didn't see anything about 3 free international withdrawals :o

I juz got my debit card last week..Its stated in d letter they sent me...:)

[forumer]

I juz got my debit card last week..Its stated in d letter they sent me...:)

Just checked with UOB, seems the only Debit Card with this feature is the Visa R Gold Card which carries an annual fee of 60.

http://www.uob.com.sg/pages/personal/cards/debit/uobvisaclassic.html

not worth it if you are not a frequent user. Think i still better off with the 5 dollar ad hoc withdrawal :)

[Red_Tirak1099]

its relative meh... what for change S$1m when going only for 2-3 days/weeks/months?
You dunno got many bros here buying condos buying land (thru "loopholes") meh? :rolleyes: :D

[gigantor]

rate is 22.93 at Sukhumvit Soi 11 yesterday

[Mr.romantic]

You dunno got many bros here buying condos buying land (thru "loopholes") meh? :rolleyes

those bros should also open a Thai bank account to chiong. if not dua pao xian 84gunner will accuse them as having cash flow problem! :eek:

[devilboy1978(2)]

Tis is what i found in d small booklet UOB sent me wif my Debit card...

"You can use your new UOB VISA Debit Card as an ATM card throughout
Singapore's huge shared ATM network.It also works in over 800,000
VISA/PLUS ATMs all over the world.The charge for international ATM
withdrawals is $5 per transaction.However,we will absorb this charge for your
first three international withdrawals made each month."

Wif tis statement,i tink it applies 2 all d Debit card..
Whether its VISA R Gold Card,VISA R Classic Card or VISA Electron,UOB will
still absorb d 1st 3 international withdrawals u make each month..

Hope tis might help....:)

[forumer]

Wif tis statement,i tink it applies 2 all d Debit card..
Whether its VISA R Gold Card,VISA R Classic Card or VISA Electron,UOB will
still absorb d 1st 3 international withdrawals u make each month..

Hope tis might help....:)

i have clarified with the UOB staff, they said ONLY 1 Debit card has this free first 3 international withdrawals free feature. The R Gold Card..

which card did you apply for?

[ahyong]

today 23.10 at ah neh shop

[GLHunter]

Ok, thks for the info.
What is the rates they are charging for TT?
Coz for Bangkok Bank, they charge s$40 only inclusive of bank charges here and over there.
To enjoy better exchange rates, send your $$ over either in S$ or USD$ coz all these currency enjoy better rates over there.
The bank will automatically convert to thai baht.

[QUOTE=GLHunter;2418400]I am using remittance service at golden mile, first floor, left 1st shop to remit money to my gf. charge me S$12 only to transfer SGD to her bank account & the other side no need to pay. Should explore to cut cost bro

Sat 3pm transfered, mon after 3pm can get $ liao..

[forumer]

today 22.96 at Suvarnabhumi Airport

[Mafan]

today 22.96 at Suvarnabhumi Airport

wah bro change at airport rate not so good ler

[Red_Tirak1099]

[QUOTE=GLHunter;2418400]I am using remittance service at golden mile, first floor, left 1st shop to remit money to my gf. charge me S$12 only to transfer SGD to her bank account & the other side no need to pay. Should explore to cut cost bro

Sat 3pm transfered, mon after 3pm can get $ liao..
All the remittance shops charges $10 or $12 except for Western Union which charge more for its express service.....for $12 you get a slightly better rate.....usually its THB10 more for every SGD100. Cut-off time on weekdays is b4 noon. That means if tt b4 noon, the Thai side will get the money 3-4pm same day dependant on public holidays in both countries. :)

[forumer]

wah bro change at airport rate not so good ler

i dun change much, normally around 400.

400 @ 22.96 = 9184
400 @ 23.1 = 9240

difference of 56 baht. :)

[Cupnoodle]

400 @ 22.96 = 9184
400 @ 23.1 = 9240

difference of 56 baht.

Bro may get one more packet of condom for 3 extra shot :D

Cheers
24 Days to LOS

[forumer]

Bro may get one more packet of condom for 3 extra shot :D

Cheers
24 Days to LOS

got condom, but no more ammunition... also no use :D

56 baht , i think my transport will cost more than that already

[Jintu]

Latest Update. $1 - 23 thai baht quoted by Raffles Money Exchange

[norice]

Hello,

How's US dollars doing in Bangkok?

Thanks

[Jintu]

Latest Update. $1 - 23.2 baht quoted by Mustafa Money Changer

[yinyang]

How's US dollars doing in Bangkok?
Doesn't seem anybody else got stash of USD to change, so here you go. Not most exciting, revolving ard 32.71

http://www.bangkokbank.com/Bangkok+Bank/Personal+Banking/Foreign+Exchange/FX+Rates/default.htm

[norice]

Yingyang,

Thanks for your response. Are you the yingyang that will be traveling to Bangkok soon with Chanyboy? If you are, you'll be surprise of how much excitement and enjoyment we're going to have in Bangkok. During our last trip to Bangkok, I had severe knee pain due to torn meniscus, I couldn't travel that much but this time my knees are okay after surgery, so we're going to lots of places!

So, if you're the same yingyang, you better eat lots of beef!

[yinyang]

..how much excitement and enjoyment we're going to have in Bangkok. During our last trip to Bangkok, I had severe knee pain due to torn meniscus, I couldn't travel that much but this time my knees are okay after surgery, so we're going to lots of places!..better eat lots of beef!
With such esteemed company... I'm honoured. Good to hear of your knee's on the bend, hope some other muscle's not bearing the brunt of your exertions hehehe (excuse my cheek):p

As for nutrition, what's this with beef? Not if the puyings are into same, and hard to match their pace:o

[Red_Tirak1099]

Today's remittance rates in Golden Mile.......23.2 & 23.1 for $12 & $10 respectively

[ahyong]

today at the ah neh shop rate is 23.10

[Mr Bergamo]

jus went to change some. rate was 23.1

[Knut]

amk hub rate 22.70.

[forumer]

amk hub rate 22.70.

that's kinda low.. :o

[Mafan]

that's kinda low.. :o

is very low. in sg GM have 1 of the best price for baht others chopper waiting for u :p

[krestar]

Changed some at SuperRich in BKK at 23.15. if change 1k or more better rate at 23.25.

[ahyong]

Changed some at SuperRich in BKK at 23.15. if change 1k or more better rate at 23.25.

wow bro thats is very high today rates at GMC is only 23.03 think better change at super rich at pratunum right?

[forumer]

anyone saw the suvarnabhumi rate recently? :)

[krestar]

wow bro thats is very high today rates at GMC is only 23.03 think better change at super rich at pratunum right?

the rates are better and if u happen to be near pratunam, it maybe worth the effort/time to go there to change.

For those interested, SR does have a website for customers to check the rates, just have to register online for access. www.superrich1965.com

[Red_Tirak1099]

Today's GM remittance rate 23.05/23.15 :)

[cluboxed]

Went over last month, changed at the airport.

Rate - 23.09

[ahyong]

today exchange rate at GMC is 23.02 all the shops are more or less the same rate

[Red_Tirak1099]

Went over last month, changed at the airport.

Rate - 23.09Er brother......last month's rates think not much help leh but thanks anyway......can see that past month never really moved much though....

[donnieboi]

Bro Red...

Where to change bhat here locally better? i'm goin to BKK this month and wondering if changin bhat here better or keep to change when over at BKK..

Any advice will be appreciated! :D

[ahyong]

Bro Red...

Where to change bhat here locally better? i'm goin to BKK this month and wondering if changin bhat here better or keep to change when over at BKK..

Any advice will be appreciated! :D

bro try change at GMC the indian shop always get better rate from there

[forumer]

rate at suvarnabhumi 22.94, at pratunam 23.12

[cluboxed]

Yup last month rate doesnt help hee=)
but just provided it as an indicative info..the rates should hover ard the 22.9+ to 23.0+ region for now unless S$ appreciates further..=)

[Red_Tirak1099]

Bro Red...

Where to change bhat here locally better? i'm goin to BKK this month and wondering if changin bhat here better or keep to change when over at BKK..

Any advice will be appreciated! :D
Ya bro ahyong is correct......GoldenMile the mama shop nearest to 5 stars tour agency got slightly better rate.....change more can ask for discount too :D

[Nyogin]

Ya bro ahyong is correct......GoldenMile the mama shop nearest to 5 stars tour agency got slightly better rate.....change more can ask for discount too :D

May i knw its btwn 5 stars tour agency n what other agency?I went GMC change thai baht a couple of times bt it seems like the same as the one at People's park,the shop near the overhead bridge.Gng BKK next wk,wld like to knw what's the best choice,to change in BKK or SG.

[ahyong]

May i knw its btwn 5 stars tour agency n what other agency?I went GMC change thai baht a couple of times bt it seems like the same as the one at People's park,the shop near the overhead bridge.Gng BKK next wk,wld like to knw what's the best choice,to change in BKK or SG.


bro how much u changing? the most give u change $2000 not much different anyway

[Nyogin]

If compare chanigng it in BKK n Sg which is better?i heard frm my frn its ard 21 these days,hv yt to go check out in SG. rate at 21 is pathetic,whn i change in may it was ard 22.4

[Nyogin]

Anyone do change thai baht at People's park,the shop near the overhead bridge?What's the rate like?Or rather is there a diff in changing frm SGD to thai comparing GMC n people's park?Advise pls..

[forumer]

If compare chanigng it in BKK n Sg which is better?i heard frm my frn its ard 21 these days,hv yt to go check out in SG. rate at 21 is pathetic,whn i change in may it was ard 22.4

obviously, u dun bother to read the thread.

just a few posts above, are the rates at GMC and Suvarnabhumi BKK Airport.

[ahyong]

If compare chanigng it in BKK n Sg which is better?i heard frm my frn its ard 21 these days,hv yt to go check out in SG. rate at 21 is pathetic,whn i change in may it was ard 22.4

Bro when i change it in 2003 it was about SGD$1 - 24Baht.

Now thai baht is stronger

[GLHunter]

Bro when i change it in 2003 it was about SGD$1 - 24Baht.

Now thai baht is stronger

Checked 2 shops in golden mile today.. 1 shop 22.95, 1 shop 23..

[morgan56]

sorry, if this was posted before: there's a money changer opposite siam discovery center on phyathai rd. i always got better rates there than any bkk banks. the bigger denomination notes you bring the better rates you get.

two similar shops in the backroads north of the ratchadamri big c, but not as good rates. they trade in other stuff though, if you want to bring your gold ;)

[devilboy1978(2)]

Rate at geylang lor 14 2day is 22.98..

[AX1206]

any new updates?

[vmtech]

any new updates?

how about some updates from your 2nd post as a small contribution since your 1st was nothing?

[teebs_darklord]

sorry, if this was posted before: there's a money changer opposite siam discovery center on phyathai rd. i always got better rates there than any bkk banks. the bigger denomination notes you bring the better rates you get.

two similar shops in the backroads north of the ratchadamri big c, but not as good rates. they trade in other stuff though, if you want to bring your gold ;)

Best rate I have seen in BKK so far and which is unmatched by any other banks or money changers in Singapore or BKK is from this money changer situated on sukhumvit soi 7/1. Door sign states XXX Travel Agency or something but dun worry they are an extremely large money changer in BKK and have been operating for the last 50+ years.

The entrance is at the side opp the subway restaurant. Do note one thing for this money changer, for SGD 50, they consider as small notes. SGD 1K note then they consider as large notes and for large notes, their exchange rates is really fantastic.

For example when I was there for business trip, ex-rate in Singapore was about 23.4, the ex-rate at the BKK money changer was about 23.42 but the ex-rate at this money changer was around 23.5 for small notes and 23.6 for large notes. I've had some instances whereby their ex-rate for large notes was 0.2+ higher than the best rate I could find at other money changers.

[vmtech]

Best rate I have seen in BKK so far and which is unmatched by any other banks or money changers in Singapore or BKK is from this money changer situated on sukhumvit soi 7/1. Door sign states XXX Travel Agency or something but dun worry they are an extremely large money changer in BKK and have been operating for the last 50+ years.

The entrance is at the side opp the subway restaurant. Do note one thing for this money changer, for SGD 50, they consider as small notes. SGD 1K note then they consider as large notes and for large notes, their exchange rates is really fantastic.

For example when I was there for business trip, ex-rate in Singapore was about 23.4, the ex-rate at the BKK money changer was about 23.42 but the ex-rate at this money changer was around 23.5 for small notes and 23.6 for large notes. I've had some instances whereby their ex-rate for large notes was 0.2+ higher than the best rate I could find at other money changers.



do u mean this 1?

Super Rich 1965 (http://www.superrich1965.com/)

[Warrior Of Zen]

23 baht today.

[Hakoshu]

Hi guys, Wat's the xchange rate for today??

[teebs_darklord]

do u mean this 1?

Super Rich 1965 (http://www.superrich1965.com/)

No bro, not this one. They only have 2 branches. One at Central World Plaza, the other (main branch) is at Sukhumvit Soi 7/1.

[vmtech]

No bro, not this one. They only have 2 branches. One at Central World Plaza, the other (main branch) is at Sukhumvit Soi 7/1.

i see, which floor or unit is the 1 located at central world at?

[teebs_darklord]

i see, which floor or unit is the 1 located at central world at?

Not sure about tat bro. Usually I will go to the main branch at Sukhumvit Soi 7/1 as the boss is there and the rates are the most updated. I took one of their name cards previously but dun know where I put it now. By the way, this money changer is not open on Sundays.

[Cupnoodle]

Today's rate from UOB Thai, $1SGD = 22.93THB

Cheers
Cupnoodle
LOS Live

[yinyang]

Today's rate at fancier bank kiosks in pratunam worse off at 22.8. Mom and pop kiosk marginally better 22.9

[DaveC65]

Hi all, I've flicked thru the posts of the last 10 or so pages and got a bit of wha the exchange rate is but I need to know WHERE I can change for the best deal. I'll be changing just a bit of cash at the airport so I can pay for transport but where can I get the best deal in relation to where I'll be staying? I'll be at the Palazzo Hotel and would GREATLY appreciate directions to this place the bros were talking about earlier - The Super Rich at Central World Plaza, the other (main branch) is at Sukhumvit Soi 7/1. If anyone can recommend somewhere closer with a good deal, it will also be appreciated.

Thanks heaps!!

[yinyang]

Today's a bit brighter, 23.07 (last 1/2 days 22.9+) at Pratunam small kiosk. Unless you got small fortune, dun think it makes helluva diff for the hassles

[Bushnell 1918cb]

Hi,

I dont know how much are you intend to change. If the amount is not significant, do change in GM or Chinatown or People Park ( last seen 22.9x). It just a little different. Forget changing in the SG airport or Bkk airport, the rate will be lower however, ChiangMai Int airport bank exchanges rate is higher than Bkk & SG airport. Try not to use credit card to settle the Plazzo hotel bill as the exchange rate from the bank is much lower, settle by cash. Hope it helps. Cheers.

[Cupnoodle]

Today's rate from UOB Thai, $1SGD = 23.03THB

Cheers
Cupnoodle
LOS Live

[DaveC65]

Hi,

I dont know how much are you intend to change. If the amount is not significant, do change in GM or Chinatown or People Park ( last seen 22.9x). It just a little different. Forget changing in the SG airport or Bkk airport, the rate will be lower however, ChiangMai Int airport bank exchanges rate is higher than Bkk & SG airport. Try not to use credit card to settle the Plazzo hotel bill as the exchange rate from the bank is much lower, settle by cash. Hope it helps. Cheers.

Thanks for that, will get a map to find your recommendations but any specific moneychanger or will anyone in that area do?

[beauthaiful]

Today's rate from UOB Thai, $1SGD = 23.03THB

Cheers
Cupnoodle
LOS Live

Expect rates to increase, after the elections. :)

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

Expect rates to increase, after the elections. :)

Yes I agree....those with a stomach for risk can start buying THB.....as long as a stable new government in place things will start looking up :)

[Garage1]

Today's a bit brighter, 23.07 (last 1/2 days 22.9+) at Pratunam small kiosk. Unless you got small fortune, dun think it makes helluva diff for the hassles


bro, at least u are one who make sensible answer.. i refrain from posting here , really bet tahan u all posting the rates when the diff is so MINIMAL.. ask yrselves, how much are u all changing? aiyo sing 500? sing 1000? .....pls lah.. the diff is so minimal.. who ever wants better rate, come to rangsit i give u.. but make sure u THINK the distance is worth yr pathetic difference :mad:

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

No offence bro but this thread been around since feb2004 & has gone thru 112 pages & counting......so i believe it does serve its purpose.......maybe the bros here are indeed bothered by that minimal or everyone is changing a small fortune or eyeing that phuket beach front bungalow :D.....either way different strokes for different folks.......cheers & happy new year to you :)

[Mr.romantic]

bro, at least u are one who make sensible answer.. i refrain from posting here , really bet tahan u all posting the rates when the diff is so MINIMAL.. ask yrselves, how much are u all changing? aiyo sing 500? sing 1000? .....pls lah.. the diff is so minimal.. who ever wants better rate, come to rangsit i give u.. but make sure u THINK the distance is worth yr pathetic difference :mad:

No offence bro but this thread been around since feb2004 & has gone thru 112 pages & counting......so i believe it does serve its purpose.......maybe the bros here are indeed bothered by that minimal or everyone is changing a small fortune or eyeing that phuket beach front bungalow :D.....either way different strokes for different folks.......cheers & happy new year to you :)

please take note there are many cheapskates camping here. 0.01 +/- fluctuation makes a lot of difference to them. notably the GM Disco clowns. hahaha. :D

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

please take note there are many cheapskates camping here. 0.01 +/- fluctuation makes a lot of difference to them. notably the GM Disco clowns. hahaha. :DBy GM do you mean GoldenMile? Wow! Din know GM got clowns.....is it those part of those Thai holiday promo events they held there? :)

btw bro, your signature shows a pic of VAXVMS? Is it the same person local hp number ending with 1661?

[yinyang]

.at least u are one who make sensible answer.. i refrain from posting here , really bet tahan u all posting the rates when the diff is so MINIMAL.. ask yrselves, how much are u all changing? aiyo sing 500? sing 1000? .....pls lah.. the diff is so minimal...worth yr pathetic difference
Take your point on splitting hairs. Chill man.. not worth to get your heckles up. Some don't see the light.. well, it takes all sorts to make this world.

IMHO, it's ok for informative read on current rate and trends (indication etc). But for pocket money's sake, no need to knickers up to spoil your fun over some loose change.:p

[Garage1]

Take your point on splitting hairs. Chill man.. not worth to get your heckles up. Some don't see the light.. well, it takes all sorts to make this world.

IMHO, it's ok for informative read on current rate and trends (indication etc). But for pocket money's sake, no need to knickers up to spoil your fun over some loose change.:p


precisely.. u just gave the answer to all our bros..

[scott999]

Just changed at the rate of 22.85 yesterday at Golden Mile.

[Mr.romantic]

btw bro, your signature shows a pic of VAXVMS? Is it the same person local hp number ending with 1661?

he bought you a jug of beer in KTV before? :eek:

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

he bought you a jug of beer in KTV before? :eek:
no la.......dun know him well but cheong with him in LOS b4 (in a group with other bros)

[sky84]

22.95, 12noon, raffles arcade. today.

[Yod4]

While we are on the subject of remitting money to LOS, any bros know whether it is better to send money by western union or through the remittance companies at golden mile? How much do the remittance companies at golden mile charge to send money over?

thanks much bros.

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

GM is 12 dollar charge.Or $10 but $12 gets you the better rates......0.1 more......Western Union is almost instant & starts from $8......remittance shops fastest is 4-5 hours

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

The 10 and 12 is the same corner shop that is just right outside GM?
ALL the shops charge the same service charge of 10 & 12 except for Western Union......the rates are also all identical across the board.....previously they had freebies (i know what you are thinking but the gifts were of hats, t-shirts & caps <pardon the pun again>)

[RTplayer]

Only you know the rates, only you decides where to go.


ALL the shops charge the same service charge of 10 & 12 except for Western Union......the rates are also all identical across the board.....previously they had freebies (i know what you are thinking but the gifts were of hats, t-shirts & caps <pardon the pun again>)

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

So any remit Thai Baht at the remit shop before?never done something so original b4 :D but think just pay the service charge lor :)

[rapebill]

I thought I will ask this question here since it is related to remittance.

I would like to open a bank account in LOS. Mabbe with Siam Commercial Bank? Any recommendations? Just bring the passport will do? Any other documentation required?

This will eventually be a bank account for me to remit money into. So which bank will you recommend?

[vmtech]

I thought I will ask this question here since it is related to remittance.

I would like to open a bank account in LOS. Mabbe with Siam Commercial Bank? Any recommendations? Just bring the passport will do? Any other documentation required?

This will eventually be a bank account for me to remit money into. So which bank will you recommend?

not all banks/branches will let u open with a tourist visa, but so far kasikorn was the highest success rate amongst my friends.

[kelwong135]

I thought I will ask this question here since it is related to remittance.

I would like to open a bank account in LOS. Mabbe with Siam Commercial Bank? Any recommendations? Just bring the passport will do? Any other documentation required?

This will eventually be a bank account for me to remit money into. So which bank will you recommend?

Hi Bro

For non local can only open bangkok bank for waht i noe cos i am having a BKK bank also.I've ask all the bank they say cannot.But Bkk bank u need to have a local address for them and u just need 500bhat to open a account.

[kelwong135]

Just tell them that you are working in thailand and need ur family to send money over.100% approved.

[lwrnchng]

Anyone know what is the latest rate in GM?
I see alot online conversion rate is only 20-21! OMG... I hope to get 22.5-23...:(

bro exchange rate is abt 22.8-9 but remit rate is $10-$23, $12-$23.10

[StevenGerrard]

Any bros going to BKK on the 6th Feb?
Just check with a travel agency,they said that all flights full on that day..
I wonder if its true..
Any bros here can help?
Thinking of spending my CNY holidays in BKK..

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

Also for those booking for CNY 6-7FEB and 10-11FEB.
If the travel agency say full, you can try budget airline online booking.
When all fails... if you deperately want to fly to BKK, you can direct approach which ever airline to book a standby ticket. If some good soul no show on the day of travel, the airport check-in counter staff will callup all the standby passenger to fly, first come first serve.
yet another way buy business class if not first class LOL :D

[vmtech]

Just tell them that you are working in thailand and need ur family to send money over.100% approved.

den if unable to show ur work permit u think they will believe?
anyways, if 1 branch cannot, just go to the next 1, try to avoid the touristy area branches.

i got mine opened at bangkok bank suttisan branch. went in with a certified copy of my pp, and was told no work permit, cant open. so i called customer service hotline and told them i wasnt allowed to open, but i needed a savings account etc and i have a certified copy of my passport, apparently a while later the same counter girl tt turned me down came back and said her manager gives the nod. so viola! out i came with a VISA card as well LOL

[EC Guy]

on 31-Dec-07, I changed at GM, SIN. Rate was 22.85
on 2-Jan-08, I changed at MBK, BKK. Rate was 22.97

[scott999]

Just got back from BKK.
Observed that the exchange rates at most places there, are better than in SIN. (0.1 - 0.2 difference)

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

Share my experience on opening account.......I went to Bangkok Bank main branch in Silom.....you need a letter of recommendation from a company or reputable local thai customer of the bank.....got minimum deposit but cannot recall amount :)

[ChaYen]

My bank accounts over here are from Ayudya Bank... Didn't show any documentation.

In fact, didn't even give my full name, so the name on the account is just my surname. :p

[vmtech]

My bank accounts over here are from Ayudya Bank... Didn't show any documentation.

In fact, didn't even give my full name, so the name on the account is just my surname. :p

ahhaa you da man ChaLorn :P

[Vizz]

hi,in Khon Kaen now....just changed at 22.79....

[engineer]

hi Vizz,
sidetrack...any happenings in Khon Kaen? :)

hi,in Khon Kaen now....just changed at 22.79....

[Vizz]

peaceful town,lol. what can u expect here.only kosa and cesear for what i know of.....probably going udon next few days.
cheers

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

This morning Golden Mile remit money......22.85/22.75 :)

[vmtech]

Superrich rates at 22.95 for S$50 notes, and 23.05 for S$1000 notes

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

This afternoon in GM up to 23 liao :)

[China Vampire]

Yesterday Afternoon @ Pearls Center 22.90

[Bushnell 1918cb]

Yesterday Afternoon @ Pearls Center 22.90

Hi all,

Try to change in SG rather in Thailand. Both Chiang Mai & Bkk offered 22.8 to 22.87. I read the Bangkok Post, the baht has appreciated by 13% since the beginning of this year & the dollar exchange was 33.14/17 on last Friday. Cheers.

[One Ninety9]

looks like better change fast

[babyckh]

Any bros got update on the thai baht? I chk the asiaone forex and the result shows :

1.00 unit of Singapore dlr

will convert to

21.3593 units of Thai baht :eek:


That's very low...
:(

[rapebill]

do you think the singapore dollar is going to appreciate against the baht?
going to remit some money and hoping to get the rate of 23.

any recommended remittance shop?

thanks in advance for all replies.

[84gunner]

Where is the blue film, ooops, typo, blue chips shareholder? Song boh? SGP & regional markets crash, drop like bird shit dropping from the sky.

Sold yr blue chip shares anot? Got short-sell anot? Wah, if short-sell, u'll be laughing all the way to everywhere, dunnit to bother about this nitty-gritty 1 cent or 10 cent difference in the exchange rate, the markets' paying for your cheong & much more!!!!

Especially for the HKers & PRCs, it's cashing out time, use the cash for Chinese New Year! Can have a fat & fatt Chinese New Year! Woaaahhhh!!!!

[rapebill]

no, I am not remitting so much.

anyway, I just came back from GM. I got problems sending the money as need to produce supporting documents (I think any transactions more than S$2k).
The remittance rate that I could get was only 22.83!

Compared with a remittance rate of 23.15 last Nov, my loss is about 3000 baht ..

[rapebill]

Which shop you tried? There is no amount restriction. What supporting documents is needed?????


I went to GPL and the counter lady told me that I have to produce supporting evidence (for e.g. an invoice) etc so as to fulfil the MAS regulations.

[Pageme]

Thai Baths updates today AMK Hub $1 = 22.40 baths

[ahyong]

I went to GPL and the counter lady told me that I have to produce supporting evidence (for e.g. an invoice) etc so as to fulfil the MAS regulations.

Bro don't use GPL service try use BKK Forex is outside near the first entrance, any amount below SGD$5000 they dont ask for invoice, u have to send before 11am if u want your money reach on the same day. Or u can try those small remitance shop inside GM, these small shop are less fussy and easy. GPL just too STRICT!

hope these helps

[84gunner]

Maybe he wana send a million baht?:(

1 sgd = 23baht
1M baht = 43478 sgd

1 sgd = 22.9
1M baht = 43668 sgd

total lost for every 0.1 = 190 sgd

If its 1000 baht then aprox 0.19 sgd.

So if changing <10000 its not so significant but >10000 its starting to worth a meal in bkk.:p

well, if u trade securities, aka shares wif the brokerage firms in SGP, for sell + buy transaction (ie, short-sell & buy-back on same day), yr brokerage fees + tax for shares valuing around 20k SGD is oredi somewhere around SGD 150. Those with Share Borrowing & Lending (SBL) accounts lagi shiok!

Let's say u make a profit of 6% on yr short-sell (the regional stock markets' indices drop at different levels, somewhere between 4% to 8% every other day), for 3 counters of 20k SGD each, yr profit is around 3600 SGD a day. 3 X 150 SGD trading fees, yr trading fees is 450 SGD. So u still make 3150 SGD profit a day by short-selling 3 counters a day! If u play with penny stocks (most China shares are penny stocks!) & using SBL account, yr profit lagi happening!

Yr trading fees u oredi paying ard 450 - 480 SGD a day, based on 3 counters & 20k SGD per counter. What if it's 100k SGD per counter? Not to mention, yr profits if short-selling 100k SGD per counter? Many pple play more counters, at higher values too!

so what is 190 SGD difference in exchange rate difference for yr cheong in Thailand, not to mention, u still make 3+ k SGD a day (based on 3 counters, 20k SGD a counter a day) from shorting the stock market since end December 2007 until now?

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

Sidetrack a little.....just remitted money with my tirak yesterday at GM.....as she brought me to the remittance shop that i frequently patronise, i pretend to forgot my ic as i din wan her to discover i got accounts with the shop......so used her passport instead......the shop lady (GOD bless her pretend not to recognise me) warned my tirak that she should now do this regularly as govt now conduct cheacks & will assume she is a whore as she is on tourist visa & how come got money to remit home.

So guys be warned, ICA might blacklist your tiraks based on this.....use your name as a front to send money to her family. Even to play save receipt shoold be thrown away & not found on her if suay suay kena spot check by police

[rapebill]

27 Jan 08 remittance rate
22.95/$12

seems that the rate is going up?

[yinyang]

Changi Airport - Baht change to SGD @ 23.659
See you are up north again, and on track for freebie 3rd loyalty stamp at Irie massage? :p IMHO, better places to change your than airports like Changi., even excess bht back to sgd (I never have enough hehehe)

[ownage_sex]

Changi Airport - Baht change to SGD @ 23.659

I find it is always better rate if we change it in BKK compare to SG:cool:

[siamcutey]

so what is 190 SGD difference in exchange rate difference for yr cheong in Thailand, not to mention, u still make 3+ k SGD a day (based on 3 counters, 20k SGD a counter a day) from shorting the stock market since end December 2007 until now?

He was asking about exchange rate difference and you drifted to talk on shorting of share counters.

This is totally 2 different matters and doesn't mean that if that person is exchanging that large amount of money means he is someone playing the stock market.

*BTW, why you only talk about shorting the stock market since end dec 2007? Why didn't you talk about shorting the stock market from Jan 2007, you would have bled to death if you shorted from Jan 2007 then.:cool:

SC

[yinyang]

..Some Mini-ster of sg say if US go into recession for the next few quarters, SG will not be affected which is good to hear. But my concern is how it will affect Thailand? Maybe SGD will grow even stronger? or we can expect more cheaper airfare promo? or we can see more MP/Pub/disco close down?:( or more FL come SG to work?
Bro, economists and politicians have short memories... with discretionary freedom to revise their forecasts. As for your concerns on currency development, your crystal ball is as clear as mine:p Quite a few variables come into play here. If you got some spare dough, you can always talk this over with experts (money traders) for position to take. Caveat: You could lose your pants or afford more than a new wardrobe. As for your other question on MPs/nite spots going to be shuttered and more FLs.. let's just put this to (healthy?) turnover. :D

[84gunner]

He was asking about exchange rate difference and you drifted to talk on shorting of share counters.

This is totally 2 different matters and doesn't mean that if that person is exchanging that large amount of money means he is someone playing the stock market.

*BTW, why you only talk about shorting the stock market since end dec 2007? Why didn't you talk about shorting the stock market from Jan 2007, you would have bled to death if you shorted from Jan 2007 then.:cool:
SC

Oh, so the blue-flim shareholder is back! Hail the DBSLand shareholder!

Since u are so good in digging up old discussions, arguments & threads, go dig up what I have posted during 2nd galf of 2006 & 1st half of 2007, especially in this thread regarding the economy & financial markets!

It just shows how much u know about economy & financial markets. It's all about timing. U can try shorting during bull markets, or try longing during bear markets. What & why do people call it a plan or ploy, if they don't plan, observe & execute at a more appropriate timing? By the way, if u compare the stock prices in Jan 2007 vs Jan 2008, even based on 29 Jan's closing prices, what is the difference / damage? A person won't die, neither will he be bankrupt if he shorts the market, even if he loses money shorting the market, especially SGP's market! If u know the "rules" of short-sell transactions in SGP in the 1st place. But a person can really bleed & lose big time speculating the conventional long-then-sell transactions, especially playing contra!!

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

I'm puzzled, maybe there is a new regulation? Anyway, I got the member card from both remit company. Never have problem sending more than 2k or less than 2k.
yes i never encountered such problems too.....biggest single transaction i have done in remittance shops is around SGD3k.....for bigger amounts i have a more lucrative way (cannot post in open bros can PM me if interested).....one suggestion if GPL impose such stupid method is either go to other shops or maybe you can tt few times small amounts but lugi on the admin fees.....if money is not from illegal source then dun have to worry about checks :)

[X-Wing]

anybody changed baht at GM recently ? Can tell me the rate please ?

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

anybody changed baht at GM recently ? Can tell me the rate please ?
Rate now 23.05/22.95 for $12/10 respectively.....mine is remittance shop rates.....i dun change with those mama shops as i tt & withdraw from atm there :)

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

...It just shows how much u know about economy & financial markets. It's all about timing. U can try shorting during bull markets, or try longing during bear markets. What & why do people call it a plan or ploy, if they don't plan, observe & execute at a more appropriate timing? By the way, if u compare the stock prices in Jan 2007 vs Jan 2008, even based on 29 Jan's closing prices, what is the difference / damage? A person won't die, neither will he be bankrupt if he shorts the market, even if he loses money shorting the market, especially SGP's market! If u know the "rules" of short-sell transactions in SGP in the 1st place. But a person can really bleed & lose big time speculating the conventional long-then-sell transactions, especially playing contra!!Yes, I agree timing is most crucial factor......& dash of luck of course. :) And a person wont go bankrupt but paying interests on borrowed shares is enough to kill you liao :D

Now local trades all T+3 liao, only the strong hearted play contra ;)

[popcorn_m3]

change S$800 today @ GM rate $23

[siamcutey]

Oh, so the blue-flim shareholder is back! Hail the DBSLand shareholder!

Since u are so good in digging up old discussions, arguments & threads, go dig up what I have posted during 2nd galf of 2006 & 1st half of 2007, especially in this thread regarding the economy & financial markets!

It just shows how much u know about economy & financial markets. It's all about timing. U can try shorting during bull markets, or try longing during bear markets. What & why do people call it a plan or ploy, if they don't plan, observe & execute at a more appropriate timing? By the way, if u compare the stock prices in Jan 2007 vs Jan 2008, even based on 29 Jan's closing prices, what is the difference / damage? A person won't die, neither will he be bankrupt if he shorts the market, even if he loses money shorting the market, especially SGP's market! If u know the "rules" of short-sell transactions in SGP in the 1st place. But a person can really bleed & lose big time speculating the conventional long-then-sell transactions, especially playing contra!!

Mr Cannon Fairy,

Please don't drift again. This is talking about Thai Baht Rate Update and again you are talking about Shares. Don't see how they are in any relation to each other. :rolleyes:

SC

[saintsrsaf]

GM evergreen rate S$1-23.05 THB

[s69ex]

that's the highest i've came across in these 2,3mths time....:)

[s69ex]

jus changed at shenton way @ S$1-B$23.02:)

[Da Vinci]

good news is that, sending money is 23.07! great! upping

[84gunner]

Please don't drift again. This is topic talking about Thai Baht Rate Update and again you are talking about Shares. Don't see how they are in any relation to each other. :rolleyes:

Oh ya? I thought somebody said wanna chak & suan me each & every time see my posts?

Now what is see is that whenever u not able to answer or counter my postings openly, u can only say this is sex forum, I'm talking something non-sex related or out of topic.

What else can u say?

Forex & Shares are related, if u know enough about Finance & Economy.

[rapebill]

GM exchange rate on 02 Feb 08
23.0

[Goalman]

today went down to GM to change some thai baht.

latest exchange rate as at 4.30pm is S$1 - B$22.82

[LFC1985]

shenton way change $1 to 22.65 thai baht....

low again:mad:

[SanPiPa]

Hi all,

I intend to change SG$1,000 to thai bahts.

News that US dollars has weaken and Thai Bahts has strengthen is making me a little confuse whether to change now or later?

Anyway, I be going to Bangkok this sunday.
Not sure to just change SG1k in spore,
or to go over BKK to change.

Which is better, as i hear contradicting info.

SG$1k can be a difference of 1,000 bahts if the exchange rate is just 1 baht different. (1000 baht can be put to good "USE"!! haha )

Any useful info is appreciated.
Is the rate 21.XX now? or 22.XX?

[vmtech]

Hi all,

I intend to change SG$1,000 to thai bahts.

News that US dollars has weaken and Thai Bahts has strengthen is making me a little confuse whether to change now or later?

Anyway, I be going to Bangkok this sunday.
Not sure to just change SG1k in spore,
or to go over BKK to change.

Which is better, as i hear contradicting info.

SG$1k can be a difference of 1,000 bahts if the exchange rate is just 1 baht different. (1000 baht can be put to good "USE"!! haha )

Any useful info is appreciated.
Is the rate 21.XX now? or 22.XX?

as of superrich website in bangkok, it's 22.8

[SanPiPa]

as of superrich website in bangkok, it's 22.8But bro, the rates at other international currency convertor shows 21.6 - 22.X

which should I believe? haha

Anyway, should i change in Spore or BKK for a better deal? anyone?

[vmtech]

But bro, the rates at other international currency convertor shows 21.6 - 22.X

which should I believe? haha

Anyway, should i change in Spore or BKK for a better deal? anyone?

superrich is shop witha counter. you think lo.
you think if board says 22.8 , when u talk to the counter they will tell u 21.8?

[everywhere]

i just returned from bkk and i can tell you, the difference is really insignificant between singapore and bkk. in fact, sometimes singapore is higher.

before i left singapore, peninsular plaza had the exchange rate 22.9 THB = S$1, when i arrived in bkk, the exchange rate was 22.65 THB = S$1. the rate fluctuates everyday between 22.5-22.65 THB.

my advice is that if like some people, you change a bit here in order to have some baht when you reach thailand, you might as well change all. if you are like me before i went bkk, you don't trust the words of forum members, then change half here, change half there. personally, i prefer to change locally because at least you feel safer. when i changed money in bkk, i keep worrying that somebody will be monitoring me and follow me in order to rob me after that. luckily i found a relatively low traffic money changer and i changed money there.

also another thing, try to bring all your money in SGD. drawing money in ATM is seriously not worth it, the exchange rate is much lower. i drew money from an atm and the exchange was only 22.1, while the prevailing rate was about 22.65. the difference is staggering.

[SanPiPa]

thanks for the update both of you.

I guess i just change the money in SPORE and forget about it.

no point keep thinking I lugi or not right. hahaa
Just want to have fun there..

[vmtech]

normally i would change half only, den the other half change in bkk.
but aso depends on what u gonna spend on.. if u roughly know how much u will spend, den change that amount, and bring some extra sgds along. rather den change 1 lump sum, if nv use finish, left alot.. den waste

[raverboy]

Bought THB this afternoon (28 Feb.) at People's Park Ground Floor. Rate was 22.75.

[darkforce]

Bought THB this afternoon (28 Feb.) at People's Park Ground Floor. Rate was 22.75.

think Thaksin's return to Thailand helped boost the ekonomi a little

[raverboy]

... the rate fluctuates everyday between 22.5-22.65 THB...

Based on that fluctuation (THB 0.15 per SGD 1), if you're changing SGD 1k then you're looking at +/- THB 150. So you lugi about 3-4 bottles of bia Chang! ;)

[PrinceSaints]

Exchange rate at golden mile everygreen money exchange 1SGD=22.75 THB
:(

[williamangkh]

For those bro who want to change SGD in BKK, the best bank counter that offer slightly better rate than the local thai bank is UOB Thailand.

UOB Thailand is always having a better rate of about .1 to .05baht.

Yesterday i change at UOB Thailand at the rate of 22.69.

For those bros who is not sure where you can find UOB Thailand, there is one at the basement of Robinson along Ratchada Road. They open 7days/week.

Have fun!

[Cyberspace Nerd]

For those bro who want to change SGD in BKK, the best bank counter that offer slightly better rate than the local thai bank is UOB Thailand.

UOB Thailand is always having a better rate of about .1 to .05baht.

Yesterday i change at UOB Thailand at the rate of 22.69.

For those bros who is not sure where you can find UOB Thailand, there is one at the basement of Robinson along Ratchada Road. They open 7days/week.

Have fun!

Yes. UOB thailand has better rates than their counter parts. The next better one is Siam commercial bank.

[krestar]

For those bros who is not sure where you can find UOB Thailand, there is one at the basement of Robinson along Ratchada Road. They open 7days/week.


The other UOB money exchange is a mobile one just below Nana BTS station between soi 7 and 9. Be prepared that they scrutinize yr $50 bill... quite ngeow, no markings/dirty etc. Think it's operates after sunset :)

The other bank to look out for is Thanachart, rate can be more attractive than other thai banks.

[Alkano]

Seem like the Sin$ is dropping fast against the baht...
Could it be b'coz of Thaksin homecoming? :D

[Babu_singh]

Seem like the Sin$ is dropping fast against the baht...
Could it be b'coz of Thaksin homecoming? :D



i thout Thaksin is close to Sinkee govt :confused:

[rapebill]

no, seems that the central bank has released certain currency controls. enabling more foreign influx of investments etc. Expect the thai baht to climb against the US dollar and hence the sing$

[LFC1985]

golden mile rates onli 22.3 thai baht ....... wooo drop so much.
:eek:

[lameboy83]

Golden mile rates 22.28 onli at Evergreen money changer

[Cyberspace Nerd]

golden mile rates onli 22.3 thai baht ....... wooo drop so much.
:eek:

wow!! lucky just came back from holiday in thailand....:eek: Those sending money to tirak will suffer....

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

wow!! lucky just came back from holiday in thailand....:eek: Those sending money to tirak will suffer....
No suffer......my allowance is peg to SGD......everytime send same x amount of monies......they just have to tigthen their belts that's all......just hope they dun go looking for another sponsor :p

[SanPiPa]

at a net cafe in BKK now.

Today rates at most money changer is 22.38bahts to 22.43bahts.
this is for those already in bangkok with SG dollars to change.

[Evilectus]

The rate on Tue from GPL at Golden Mile was only 22.4. :(

[Mafan]

The rate on Tue from GPL at Golden Mile was only 22.4. :(

wah rate drop so much :(

[gigantor]

just change @ bkk airport - 22.35:eek:

[ahyong]

Golden Mile still at 22.40 today, not sure will it go down on monday. i heard the indian say that thai baht going stronger against SGD

[comecomecome]

Changed at Thai airport today. It's fetching 23.5 ti 1 Sing dollar.

Regards.

[Mafan]

Changed at Thai airport today. It's fetching 23.5 ti 1 Sing dollar.

Regards.

sure bo everyone say 22+ u 23.5 some more from airport very fake ler. or u tua kang ??

[vmtech]

sure bo everyone say 22+ u 23.5 some more from airport very fake ler. or u tua kang ??

relax ba, i think he typo, should be 22.5

[comecomecome]

Apologies, typo error. Should be 22.5. Must have been drinking and partying too much in BKK.

Info:

Siam Commercial Bank PCL
Suvarnabhumi Airport

8/3/2008
Exchange Rate @22.5
Regulation Fee: 0

[vmtech]

anyone been to GM lately? whats the rate now ar?