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Can I apply for my first Non O retirement visa with only 65k THB in bank deposits?
Non-O visaRetirement visaBank deposit requirementsVisa application processImmigration rulesFinancial requirements for visaExpat advice in Thailand
Apr 29, 2023
3 years ago
Donna *******
ORIGINAL POSTERHi, if you have 12 months of international deposits of 65kTHB into your Thai bank account can you apply for your 1st Non O retirement visa within Thailand and then request 1 year extension?
Australian passport so can not get Embassy letter.
Any office more willing to accept this scenario more than others? Thanks
Australian passport so can not get Embassy letter.
Any office more willing to accept this scenario more than others? Thanks
TLDR : Answer Summary
The inquiry revolves around whether a foreign national can apply for a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand with only 65,000 THB in bank deposits, given the requirement of having 800,000 THB for the visa application and extension. Most comments assert that the individual must have the full amount for the initial visa and suggest exploring options for obtaining the visa from their home country instead. Some discussions also touch upon the possibility of using the 65,000 THB monthly transfer method for the extension if a proper visa is obtained first.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
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Will **********
Where are your location in Thailand please?,may be I can help you with my knowledge .
Bob **********
No you must have the 800k as it’s your first visa
James ***************
@Bob *********
- not disputing what you are saying but could you please clarify where this information originates from - official source ?Steve ********
@Bob *********
Correct for the visa, but not for the extension. 65k a month will suffice, although there was a difference when I did mine from the usual extension. They wanted to see proof of my retirement income, so I got a notarised statement from my superannuation fund.Reply to
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Steve ********
Not from a tourism-based visa/entry, but if you obtain the non-O in your home country, you can get the extension in-country using the 65k method provided you have the 12 monthly international transfers with no break.
Donna *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@St***
ok thanks trying to avoid going back to Aus for 2 - 3 weeks as I would need to send passport by post from WA, but still may be the best option.Reply to
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Christopher *************
If your not living in Thailand grt uour first visa in your home country first
Christopher *************
@Charles *********
thanks but I have lived in Thailand for a few years nowDonna *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Chris******
thanks but not living in my home country.James ***************
@Donna ******
- i would do more research as there are some group members giving advice based on what their perceptions are rather than actual first hand experience. Probably best go to immigration and ask there. I use Chonburi/Jomtien. I have just switched from *******
k rule to 65k. IO did not actually ask for proof of my pension income and bank transfers over the previous 12 months which i was informed i would need to do by members of this group. Looking at the legislation, it may be possible to go straight onto 65k per option month but do not quote me.Donna *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Ja***
yes will do they can only say No, which then just means a plan BReply to
Donna *******
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John **********
No office will accept this AFAIK as it doesn't comply with the written regulations for acquiring an in country Non-O visa. 800k baht in a bank account transferred in from overseas is your only option
Will ************
No you need 800k for 1st non o and first 1 year extension
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