Can a monthly pension income of 790,400 THB qualify for a retirement visa in Thailand instead of an 800,000 THB bank deposit?

To qualify for a Thai retirement visa, one must typically show proof of an 800,000 THB deposit in a Thai bank account. However, if you have a monthly pension income of 790,400 THB, there are discussions about possibly qualifying based on income. The key points include that certain embassies may not certify income, which could limit your options to the required bank deposit. Additionally, some users suggest that maintaining a pension of around 68,000 THB monthly would be safer to account for fluctuating exchange rates. Ultimately, an initial deposit of 800,000 THB is necessary for the first year, followed by proof of consistent monthly income for future extensions.