Do I need to maintain an 800,000 Baht deposit in Thailand if I receive a pension of more than $2,000 a month from the USA?
Sep 7, 2024
2 months ago
Arendarski *******
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
Even with a pension of over $2,000 per month from the USA, you still need to maintain an 800,000 Baht deposit in your Thai bank account for the initial 1-year retirement visa, as the US embassy does not issue income verification letters. After the first year, there are options to switch to a monthly transfer verification, but the 800,000 Baht is necessary for initial compliance with Thai immigration rules. Some alternative options, such as using an agent to front the funds temporarily, are available but at a cost.
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