I’m in Thailand on a Non OA retirement visa from the USA. I have been transferring $65k every month. After 15 months, can I switch to a Non O retirement, with the transfers as proof of income? I understand I may have to leave and return on a different visa first. Thanks…
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If you are on a Non OA retirement visa and wish to switch to a Non O retirement visa in Thailand, you will need to leave the country and re-enter on a Non O or tourist visa. To qualify for the Non O visa based on retirement, as a US passport holder, you must have 800,000 baht in a Thai bank account for the initial application and the first year's extension. You can use your monthly income from bank transfers (like the 65,000 baht each month you mentioned) as proof for annual extensions starting from the second year. It is recommended to apply in Bangkok, ensuring you have uninterrupted transfer records for at least 12 months.
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