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Do I need translated documents for a retirement visa in Thailand?

Retirement Visa Visa Application Document Requirements Bank Account Opening Translation Services Thailand Expat Advice

Sep 12, 2025

2 days ago

Jim **********

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Hello. I am enquiring if applying for a retirement visa I need to have documents translated. I am been  told this in Hua Sai. Which is 64km south of Nakhon siThammarat.  Also the Krungtai bank told me they can only open accounts for people  with jobs. All appears strange to me.

Any advice appreciated

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This post inquires about the necessity of translating documents when applying for a retirement visa in Thailand, specifically mentioning unclear advice received in Hua Sai and complications encountered with bank account openings. Comments from the community suggest that translation may not be necessary for the retirement visa documents, recommend visiting a different bank, and advise considering using an agent for assistance.

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It costs a bit more, but I say get an agent. 6 years now. no hassle.

2 days ago

Graham ******

Try another bank such as Kasikorn

2 days ago

Chris ************

Go to the head office branch in bangkok. I don't believe you will have an issue. It was simple for me and most people.

2 days ago

Brandon ************

What documents do you need translated for a retirement visa? That doesn't make any sense. Nothing that's required for a retirement visa/extension would be in a foreign language.

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