Getting conflicting information, so asking here.
I’m traveling to Thailand on a Non-O. I intend to get a 1-year extension based on marriage, and do plan on renewing every year. I’m using the seasoned money method (400K baht in Thai bank account for 2-3 months).
1. Do I need to prove that the funds came from an overseas source?
2. Is there a minimum balance required in my Thai bank account throughout the year? As in, what if I temporarily go below 400k baht at some point during the year, so long as it isn’t within the 3 months before renewal; is this a problem?
TLDR : Answer Summary
To qualify for a 1-year extension of a Non-O visa in Thailand based on marriage, you do not need to prove that your funds originated from an overseas source. You must maintain 400,000 baht in your Thai bank account for at least 2-3 months prior to your extension application. After the extension is granted, there is no minimum balance requirement throughout the year, but it is recommended to keep at least 400,000 baht in your account during the 2 months leading up to the extension application to account for any possible bank fees.
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