Check information on a company in Thailand
January 10, 2024 - Reading time: 3 minutes
If you need to get more information on a business, then we can help by performing a Thai company background check. Our experienced team of private detectives are experts are performing corporate investigations and due diligence on behalf of our clients.
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Our fee to check companies in Thailand is just 4,000 THB including tax. After you have ordered a check we will prepare a PDF file which includes the above information translated into English.
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11 Signs Your Thai Girlfriend is a SCAMMER
January 6, 2024 - Reading time: 14 minutes
Most Thai women are loving, caring people and can make great partners. However, most Thai women cannot speak English, and as a foreigner that does speak English, you will be dealing with a subset of women that are able to communicate with you. Within that subset lies another group of women that try to extract as much money as possible from their romantic partners (or 'victims').
If your girlfriend is trying to scam you, then the signs may not be obvious. Scammers are experts at their work and it's usually very difficult to figure out their true intentions. Most will try to play 'the long game' and eke out a relationship until the time comes to capitalise on it.
With that said, there are often telltale warning signs that your girlfriend could be scamming you. We will explore some of the more common signs within this article.
1. She refuses to video call
When internet dating, you might find that some ladies will want to start off with a video call in order to establish that they are speaking to a real person; and not a romance scammer that is using someone else's photos. Internet dating in the modern age is sadly rife with scammers, especially from Western Africa where some Internet cafés are filled with men trying to scam Western guys using stolen photos of attractive women.
Using video calls to check the identity of whoever you are speaking to is usually a good idea, however it is not a fool-proof method. In some cases romance scammers can play prerecorded videos in order to make it seem as though you are speaking to someone that you really aren't. Other times scammers can have a friend make the call, and use their photos for the profile, but in reality a different person will be responsible for writing messages.
Be very wary if you are speaking to a Thai lady who claims that "their phone camera/webcam is broken" or that she is not able to video call for some other reason. Also, when you do video call, try to continue your existing conversation in order to confirm that she has been writing the messages that you received. If she doesn't know what you are a referring to or seems confused by that, then alarm bells should start ringing.
2. She has multiple accounts or phones
The infamous 'Thai girlfriend scam' usually involves a lady having multiple different boyfriends, who all believe that they are the only man in her life. In order for this scam to work, the lady will often setup multiple different accounts on social media... One account will be set to 'In a relationship with boyfriend one', and the other will be 'In a relationship with boyfriend two', and so on.
Of course, if your girlfriend does have multiple Facebook accounts, then you might never find out about them; this will be her goal if she is using them for multiple boyfriends or guys that might be interested in her.
If you spot your girlfriend logging in or out of Facebook, then the only real explanation for this is that she is changing between different accounts. She might also go offline abruptly while she uses another account to send messages. Another sign could be that her social media account was only registered a matter of weeks or months ago - most people have been using their social media profiles for years.
Some ladies have more than one phone in order to correspond with different guys. Having more than one phone will allow her to use profile photos featuring one boyfriend in her instant messaging apps, and then use different photos for a different phone/boyfriend.
Many phones now allow the user to insert two or more different SIM cards, which removes the need for scammers to have multiple phones.
3. She hides her phone screen while you are together
If your girlfriend is deliberately moving her phone screen away so that you can't see what she is doing on her phone, then this should start alarm bells ringing straightaway. Ask yourself, what could she be doing on her phone that she doesn't want you to see?
If the lady is writing messages to her close friends or family members, then she will probably do so using Thai script - which presumably, as a foreigner you will not be able to understand.
Similarly, if the lady needs to walk off somewhere in order to make phone calls out of your earshot, then this should also act as a major red flag - who could she be speaking to and why doesn't she want you to hear?
4. She has no job or source of income
If your partner has no job or source of income, then you should really question how she is funding her lifestyle and where her money comes from.
"My girlfriend lives in Pattaya and doesn't work, but she goes out to clubs several times a week with her friends" - As a leading detective agency, we often hear about this type of situation, and the writing is usually on the wall in this type of case. The money has to come from somewhere, and if the lady doesn't work and you aren't supporting her, then chances are that someone else is.
5. She lives outside of her means
If your girlfriend is working a minimum wage job which earns her a salary of ~12,000 THB per month, but she owns the latest iPhone at a cost of ~43,000 THB, is wearing ~50,000 THB worth of gold jewellery, and sports nice designer clothes/accessories, then this should also set alarm bells ringing.
Take a long hard look at her finances, ask her how much she earns per month, how much are her fixed expenses like rent and food, is she supporting her parents financially? Does everything add up? If not then you should question how she is financing her lifestyle.
6. She prefers text messages over calls/video calls
If your Thai girlfriend is hanging out with other guys, then she might be reluctant to call or video call you in-front of them, and will prefer to send text messages constantly.
It's worth noting that if the lady is involved with other guys and doesn't want to call you because of that, then she will probably come up with some very convincing excuses in order to hide the true reason for her reluctancy to call.
Similarly, if your girlfriend tends to call you from inside bathrooms, from balconies, or on the street, rather than from inside her room, then it might be the case that she is seizing her opportunity to call you away from another man. Be wary of this and ask to see her surroundings in order to confirm that she is definitely in her own room, and not just sitting in front of a plain white wall (which could be anywhere).
If your girlfriend's English is not great, then she might utilise text in order to translate your messages as they come in. Using phone or video calls can also help you to gauge her English abilities, and to slowly improve them.
7. She has been working in a bar for 'just one week'
If the lady is working in a bar, then she will usually claim that "it is her first day or week" there. This claim can be backed up by her friends, who will all affirm that she has just started working there very recently.
Alternatively, the lady will claim to be 'just a cashier' or 'just a manager' in the bar. Most often when we are asked to check up on these claims we discover that they are false.
Another popular fib is to claim that she 'only works part time' in a bar, and has an ordinary, respectable job somewhere else for the majority of the time. Again, this type of claim is usually false. If a lady has been working in a bar for many months or years, and been with many different guys during that time, then she will very rarely be open and honest about that. Bar girls are not stupid, and they fully understand that being a high mileage 'working girl' will make them less desirable for a long term relationship.
8. She gives you expensive presents
If you're dealing with a scammer, then her goal is probably to extract money from you at some point. However, don't expect this to happen straightaway. Scam artists fully understand that asking for money or gifts too early will be seen as a red flag. Most will wait and play the game long term for a big prize, it could be many months or even years before the trap falls.
If you have never met your girlfriend in real life, for example, then she probably won't ask you to give her money at all until the relationship has developed into something more serious and you have spent time together in person. This is a long game for big rewards.
As part of the process to 'butter you up', some scammers will actually give you expensive gifts or presents, so that you feel indebted and return the favour later on. If you are given a costly or 'over the top' gift, then you should question her motives and whether she is setting a precedent for when it's your turn to return the favour.
9. She doesn't care about your appearance
Appearance is important in Thailand, and a lady that is genuinely interested in you romantically will probably care about how you look in public... This could manifest into things like reminding you to get a haircut or have a shave every morning, making sure that you have decent clothes, and that your clothes are all washed/ironed properly. If you are visiting her town/village then she might even suggest that you purchase some gold jewellery for yourself, in order to display some of your wealth and 'increase your face' in her community.
A scammer that is purely interested in your wallet and what she can take from you might not care as much about your appearance, and will avoid saying or doing things which could create friction between you.
10. She hangs around with other men
This might seem like an obvious point, but the lady will often preface her behaviour with claims such as "he is just a friend" or "he's my brother", even sometimes including the best excuse which that the man she hangs around with is a gay friend.
Of course, if you're not in the country with her then it will be difficult or impossible to find out who she is hanging around with (without hiring a private investigator), but if you do notice that she spends time with other men while you are together then this should act as another potential warning sign.
11. She doesn't want you to learn Thai
We are not referring to very basic words and phrases such as "Sawadee krab" or "Kop Khun krap" here; but studying the Thai language to the extend that you start to become conversationally fluent, and capable of understanding your girlfriend's conversations with other people.
Being able to speak about you and your relationship directly in-front of your face while you do not understand a word can be quite advantageous to a romance scammer. Whether the lady is in a relationship with a Thai man unbeknownst to you, or if she merely gossips about you in front of other people, your ability to speak Thai is not going to benefit her at all if she is trying to pull a scam.
Check your Thai girlfriend
As a leading private detective agency in Thailand, we can help to check your Thai girlfriend and confirm that everything she claims is true and correct. Whether you need us to perform a background check or verify your partner's lifestyle/movements through surveillance, we can help. Visit our homepage to learn more about us, or continue reading our blog for more free articles.
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5 common mistakes to avoid when dating a Thai woman
January 2, 2024 - Reading time: 8 minutes
Foreigners that venture into romantic relationships with Thai ladies are likely to experience some 'cultural differences' during their romances, and this is especially true if you are coming from a Western country/culture.
As the adage goes, 'forewarned is forearmed', and understanding some of the cultural differences that you might encounter while dating a Thai can help you to better understand your partner's point of view, and to avoid unpleasant experiences for both yourself and your partner during your relationship.
There are certain behaviours which are best avoided when dating a Thai; we will explore some of the most common mistakes to avoid in this article.
1. Avoid public displays of affection
'Public displays of affection' are typically frowned on in Thai culture. This can be in contrast to many other cultures, such as in the West, where showing affection to your partner in public is usually not a big deal.
Public displays of affection in Western countries are often tolerated and even celebrated in some cases; marriage proposals in-front of strangers in public is not uncommon, for example.
However, most Thais do not enjoy public displays of affection and will avoid them. This could be anything from holding hands in public, to kissing in front of others, or intimate body language in view of others. Don't be surprised if your partner becomes shy or embarrassed, and only shows physical affection to you behind closed doors.
2. Don't cause your partner to lose face
'Losing face' is a big deal in Thailand, and if you value your relationship then it would be wise to avoid causing your partner to lose face at all costs.
Causing your partner to lose face would involve embarrassing her or damaging her image in any way. Although this seems like a simple point, you might find that it manifests itself in many different ways during your relationship.
Try to avoid causing any embarrassment to your partner in public - this could be anything from insulting her intelligence, using her at the butt of a joke, or even trying to correct her English or teach her things in earshot of other people.
You may find that your partner does not want to lose face even to yourself, and might be conservative with the truth when it serves to better her image. For example, if your partner is in a mountain of debt, or has other serious issues within her personal life, then she may well neglect to mention these details until you are deep into a relationship with her.
3. Don't expect her to put you before her family
Family is important to most Thais, and most Thai daughters will be very close with their parents and other close family members. You may find that your girlfriend is also responsible for supporting her parents in their old age, although this will depend on how many siblings she has and whether her parents are working, etcetera.
It has been said that when marrying a Thai lady, you are also marrying her family. It would be wise to maintain an amicable relationship with them, and it might be a good idea to get to know them properly once the relationship with their daughter starts to become serious.
4. Don't communicate aggressively
Communicating aggressively (i.e. raising your voice, swearing, using sarcasm) does not usually translate well or have the desired effect when dealing with Thai people.
Thais tend to use a more "high context" communication style, and are apt at taking in subtleties in order to understand the meaning behind what is being said. Conveying your point by becoming aggressive is not the right resolution in most cases, and will likely upset your partner.
Similarly, many idioms or expressions which are used commonly in English do not convey well to Thais, as there is no equivalent in their own language.
5. Don't be a 'cheap Charlie'
Thailand is somewhat of a collectivist culture, and most won't think twice about sharing what they have with others... The concept of 'naam jai', or 'generosity' is natural for Thais. Don't be surprised if your girlfriend expects you to pickup the tab when eating out with her friends, or buying her gifts while you are out and about.
Some foreigners may worry that they are being taken advantage of financially, and while it is wise to be wary of romance scams or dating a dishonest lady, no women like cheapskates and this is also true among Thais.
It's also important to point out that Thai men will also help to support their girlfriends and wives during their relationships, and this situation is not exclusive to foreigners.
If you are not willing to help out your partner financially, then you should be upfront and honest with her about this from the beginning. It would also be a good idea to take a long hard look at her financial situation and that of her family, in order to determine whether or not she is self sufficient or is likely to require ongoing help in the future. If your partner is barely scraping by financially, and you are not willing to help out whatsoever, then you might find that your relationship eventually falls apart.
Check your Thai girlfriend
If you are wary about falling victim to a romance scam, or suspect that your partner could be cheating on you, then our experienced private detectives can help. We can help to check the lifestyle/activity of your partner through surveillance, or access information on their past and history through our background check service. Visit our homepage to learn more about us, or continue reading our blog for more free articles.
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Long distance relationship with a Thai lady: Can it work?
December 26, 2023 - Reading time: 10 minutes
For many guys that are in relationships with Thai women, being in the same country all the time is not viable, and so many will be engaged in 'long distance relationships' with their partners, at least temporarily.
When it comes to long distance relationships, much will depend on your relationship with the lady... How long you have lived together, how long the relationship has gone on for, and many other details relating to your circumstances.
As a leading private investigation company based in Thailand, we often discover that while the foreign man might feel as-though his relationship is very serious, his girlfriend on the other hand might not be so committed to him whilst they are living thousands of miles apart. This can be in part due to some cultural differences which we will touch on in this article.
Providing financial support to a Thai girlfriend
It's no secret that some Thai women who choose to date foreign men are doing so due to the perception that foreign men have money, and will be able to help support them financially.
However, Thai ladies (and especially streetwise scam artists), fully understand that asking their boyfriend for money will be seen as a red flag early on in the relationship. If the lady needs or is expecting financial support from her boyfriend, but is too concerned about her boyfriend's reaction to ask, then she might not feel that the relationship is as serious as he feels.
Of course, while some Thai women are wealthy and make more than enough money to support themselves, you will need to determine whether or not this is the case with your partner. Due to the Thai concept of 'saving face', this can be difficult to achieve, especially early on in the relationship. The lady may 'paint a nicer picture' in order to make herself more appealing.
If your Thai girlfriend works in a bar, massage parlour, or in any form of nightlife or 'adult entertainment' venue, then the likelihood of her hooking up with other guys is in our experience very high, particularly if the boyfriend is not providing any financial support.
Is marriage important to Thai women?
Yes, marriage is important to most Thai women. Indeed, it has been said that some Thai ladies do not consider a romantic relationship to be serious until the knot has been tied and a wedding has taken place.
If you are truly serious about the relationship with your Thai girlfriend, then it would be advisable to get married as soon as practical.
Meeting and forming bonds with your Thai girlfriend's parents and other family members is also important, as it helps to demonstrate that you are serious about the relationship. Most Thai ladies are very close with their families.
Relationship scams during long distance relationships
Unfortunately, being in a long distance relationship can sometimes lead to infidelity or open you up to a romance scam. Most guys that are in love with a Thai lady will never suspect that their partner could be cheating on them, or that she might even have multiple different boyfriends.
The typical mentality is "She's different, it could never happen to me". Unfortunately, the lady is not always different, and temptations can sometimes prove too much to resist.
As we touched on earlier in the article, financial support can be seen as a huge benefit of dating a foreign man. If the lady desperately needs money (even if she is too shy to ask you for it), then she might be tempted to form new relationships (whether long term or short term) with other men who are willing to provide that help.
After all, if you are thousands of miles away in another country, then you will never find out what she is getting up to. The 'Thai girlfriend scam' was popularised by a show on T+E; wherein a Thai lady confesses to having 3 different long term boyfriends... She goes on to explain that some of those boyfriends will send her money on a regular basis, while some others will only send cash when she has an issue or problem with her family.
Developing long term plans
For most people, the idea of being in a long distance relationship over the long term is not ideal. Couples that are not living in the same country as each other will usually look to the future and try to form long term plans which can facilitate the couple living under the same roof.
Whether you're able to move over to Thailand, or help your partner to join you in your home country, will largely depend on your own subjective circumstances and preferences... Is your partner well educated? Does she have a career or profession that can be continued in your home country? Or is she uneducated with no savings and performing menial work?
Likewise if you intend to move to Thailand, then you should question whether or not this can work financially. Many jobs in Thailand are off-limits to foreigners, especially those which entail physical or menial work. There are also strict minimum salaries which foreigners must earn in order to live in Thailand, which vary depending on the person's nationality.
Getting a long term visa for your Thai spouse
For many guys that date Thai women, their goal is to eventually bring the lady back to their home country, or to move over to Thailand themselves.
Depending on which country you come from, this could be a difficult pursuit. In order to secure a visa, you will likely need to demonstrate your relationship through providing photos, chat logs, social media posts, even money transfer receipts if you are supporting the lady financially. Be aware of this and try to create a 'paper trail' as proof of your relationship.
In many cases, immigration officials will also want to see proof that the lady (or man) is stable financially and has reason to return back to Thailand... Typically this can include the lady's bank statement which shows her salary being paid regularly. Land/property deeds, savings, and other assets or commitments can also help in some cases.
Long distance Thai girlfriend working in a bar
If your Thai girlfriend is working in a bar, or another venue which provides 'adult entertainment' such as a massage parlour, go-go bar, etcetera, then this is another topic altogether. Typically, bar girls will claim 'not to go with customers' while they are engaged in long term relationships. The reality of the situation is usually different to this, based on our experience.
Bar girls almost always continue to see other men while they have an overseas, long distance relationship. As private investigators, we are often asked to check this as part of our decoy/bar girl investigation service.
Indeed, if the lady is working in a bar while you are overseas, then she might not be upfront and honest about this. In some cases handled by us, ladies claim to work in a normal job such as a restaurant or supermarket. However, when we have conducted an investigation, we discovered that the lady was instead working in a bar and seeing customers for money. In some cases the lady will have a 'normal' day job, but then freelance in the evening times by visiting a bar/club, or by standing on the side of the road, or by hooking up with guys from dating apps. If you are not in the country then it can be very difficult to find out what is truly going on.
Can my long distance relationship work?
Long distance relationships with Thai women can indeed work, but much will depend on both of your circumstances and the lady's situation. It's also important to realise that no matter how much you message or call each other online, there is no substitute for getting to know each other by spending quality time together in person. Communicating with your girlfriend over the internet will not properly shed light on all of her flaws, faults and bad habits, and it would certainly be a good idea to spend as much time together in real life as possible, before taking things to the next level.
The Thai concept of 'saving face' can make it difficult to discover the truth about your partner's circumstances, especially if you are in a long distance relationship. For example, if your partner is in a considerable amount of debt, or has family problems or other serious issues; then she might not be forthcoming with that information, as it would cause her to 'lose face' and potentially threaten your relationship with her. Discovering the truth while purely dating online is typically not possible.
If you need to keep an eye on your Thai partner while you are out of the country, then we can certainly assist using our surveillance service... Or, if you would like more information on your partner's background then we can help to perform a background check on them instead. Visit our homepage at BangkokInvestigators.com to learn more about us and the services we offer.
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