Most people posting talk about the requirement to have 800,000 baht sitting in their Thai bank account.
My understanding is that the 800,000 required can be made up from two separate amounts. One being proof of pension amount received in your home country as income there ( say 600,000 total annually), and the second amount only required in the Thai bank account being the difference, say 200,000 baht.
Is this correct ?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The common belief is that to meet the 800,000 baht requirement for a Thai visa, you can combine income from foreign sources (like pensions) with a lesser amount saved in a Thai bank account. However, there are varying opinions on whether immigration offices accept this combination. Some sources confirm that after the first year, using monthly transfers of at least 65,000 baht is sufficient, while other offices may require either the full 800,000 or a clear record of monthly income. It's strongly recommended for applicants to check with their local immigration office for specific requirements, as policies can differ by location.
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