Can I use cumulative deposits for the 65k monthly requirement for visa renewal in Thailand?

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When using means testing for renewal does the 65k have to be a single deposit per month or can it be cumulative?  Pension, investment, social security all have different dispersal dates.  Do I wait and do it all at once or can I set up automatic payments from each source.

Ask Thailand · Answer

When renewing a visa in Thailand under the means testing requirement, it is generally acceptable to have cumulative monthly deposits totaling at least 65,000 baht, rather than a single deposit. However, experiences vary by immigration office. Some expats report that multiple transfers work as long as the cumulative total is met, but for simplicity and to avoid complications, it is often recommended to make a single monthly deposit. Additionally, ensure your bank can provide the necessary documentation to support your application for the extension.

Russell ******** · Answer

Paet of the trick is to make it clear and obvious for Immigration, so I'd wait until your final monthly payment is in place and have one single standing order to capture the full amount then

Steve *********** · Answer

I deposit the required amount during each calendar month but with no pattern at all in terms of amounts or number of transfers.

On request  KBank give me a 12 month printout showing all the international transfers into my account.

This has always been acceptable to Chiang Mai Immigration.

Colin ***************** · Answer

I receive 2 4-weekly pension payments directly onto my Thai bank account. The second comes in about a week after the first. This has never been a problem with immigration when extending my visa.

Immigration did, however,  raise an eyebrow when I had to arrange a third transfer of few extra baht after Liz Truss crashed Sterling 2 years ago, but I got away with it as it was only for a couple of months.

James ******** · Answer

Suggest you KEEP IT SIMPLE...

Do your monthly transfer of 65,000 Thai baht or more in a lump sum.

While it may be possible for several monthly deposits, your Thai Immigration office may not be happy with the added work in seeing you meet the deposit requirements, but your Thai bank may not be able to prepare the needed verification letter you obtain from them to submit with your application for the one year extension of stay as retired.

Question : are you ALREADY on a one Year extension based on retirement? Or are you planning to apply for it inside Thailand?

What is your passport nation?

Pete ******* · Answer

I guess it’s down to the interpretation of your local immigration office.

Luciano *********** · Answer

They can be different dates along as it totals minimum 65000 a month minimum.  You may want to send it all from one account for less transaction fees

Can I use cumulative deposits for the 65k monthly requirement for visa renewal in Thailand?

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