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Can I use my Thai bank statement for Trailing Spouse visa application to support my retirement husband?

Aug 19, 2025
5 days ago
Tony **********
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Hey,

Does anyone have recent experience of applying via RTE London for a Trailing Spouse to a OA Retirement husband?

On the RTE site it says, 'Evidence of adequate finance - An original bank statement which states bank contact information and equivalent amount of At least 400,000 Baht or equivalent) for the last 3 months.'

My question is can this be a Thai bank statement in my name rather than a statement in my wife's name?
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion centers around the requirements for applying for a Trailing Spouse visa for someone with a Retirement Visa (OA) in Thailand. The main query is whether a Thai bank statement in the applicant's name can be submitted as evidence of adequate finances, as stipulated by the RTE London information, which mandates a statement showing at least 400,000 Baht or the equivalent. Commenters suggest the bank statement should ideally be in the spouse's name and highlight the importance of reviewing specific visa sections.
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Tony **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Thanks Ellie so the following should be my wife's bank statement, "Financial evidence: amount of no less than 30,000 THB (£700), e.g. bank statements, sponsorship letter

- Applicant’s recent official UK/Ireland bank statement shows your name, address (Screenshots are not accepted)"?
Ellie *******
I think you are checking the wrong information.

You need to see the part of "To stay with non-Thai family residing in Thailand". (not "To stay with Thai family residing in Thailand" part)

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