Can I apply for a Retirement Visa in Thailand using only a US bank statement?
May 3, 2023
2 years ago
Derek **********
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
An American recently shared that they were able to apply for a Retirement Visa at the Thai embassy in Los Angeles with just a bank statement showing $23,000 from a US bank, without needing funds in a Thai bank account. This prompted a discussion among commenters clarifying that while applying from outside Thailand, proof of funds in any country is typically accepted, the requirements differ when applying for an extension inside Thailand, where funds in a Thai bank account may be necessary. There are two types of retirement visas relevant to this discussion: the Non-O visa, which allows for a 90-day stay and requires 800,000 baht in a Thai bank for extensions, and the Non-OA visa, which permits a one-year stay and mandates insurance but does not require Thai bank funds upon arrival.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.