Can I use a short-term rental to apply for a retirement visa in Thailand, and do my mother and I need to both be on the lease?

Retirement Visa Short-Term Rental Bank Account in Thailand Visa Requirements Non-O Visa Residency Certificate Housing in Thailand

Dec 19, 2024

a month ago

David ********

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Coming to Hua Hin Jan 16 with the evisa from USA (assuming it is approved by then)  Will set up bank account to move to retirement visa.  Can I do a short term rental to look for a house to buy (in my Thai wife's name) while in process for the 1 year extension, or do I need to have a long term rental to get that long term visa?

Also, my mother will also be doing the same.  Do both our names need to be on the rental contract?

TIA

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user inquires about using a short-term rental while applying for a retirement visa in Thailand and whether both their and their mother's names need to be on the rental contract. Community comments advise that a short-term rental is feasible for the visa process, but including both names on the lease can simplify future residency requests for their mother. It's also recommended to gather necessary documentation, such as the landlord's ID and the lease agreement.

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Bob **********

The first thing is to open a bank account and depending on what visa you opt for you’ll need to transfer in from abroad 800k baht or 400k for a marriage visa

a month ago

Lim ***********

Definitely put your mom's name on the lease as its easier for her to request for any certificate of residency from immigration in future when need arises. Also request landlord for copy of their ID card and their Blue Book. Immigration in Udon Thani insists on seeing these documentation on top of the lease agreement.

a month ago

David ********

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Yes, non O. I can ask for the rest, but I need to know, hopefully before I arrive, if I need a year lease or can I do a short term rental...and do both of our names need to be on it

a month ago

Bobby *******

Is your e-visa a Non 0? They need a map of where you are staying, owners ID card, electric or water bill etc. Go visit them at the main office and ask for the requirements handout . Easy people to deal with .

a month ago

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Do I need a long-term rental lease to qualify for a retirement visa in Thailand?

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