Do we both need 800k THB in a bank for a Thai retirement visa as a married couple?

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much better option if you qualify.

For a Thai retirement visa, each applicant must meet the financial requirements independently. This means that as a married couple, you'll both need to have 800,000 THB in a Thai bank account, totaling 1,600,000 THB.¹ ²

However, there's an alternative option. If one spouse is under 50, they can apply for a dependent visa (Non-Immigrant O Visa), while the other spouse applies for the retirement visa. In this case, the dependent spouse won't need to meet the 800,000 THB financial requirement.

If you don't have the required 1,600,000 THB, you could consider the following options:

- *Apply for a different type of visa*: Depending on your circumstances, you might be eligible for a marriage visa, tourist visa, or education visa.

- *Use a joint bank account*: While each applicant must meet the financial requirements independently, you can use a joint bank account to hold the required funds. However, the account must show a balance of at least 1,600,000 THB.

- *Explore other retirement destinations*: If meeting the financial requirements is a significant challenge, you might consider retiring in a different country with more lenient requirements.

Keep in mind that immigration regulations can change, and individual circumstances may vary. It's always best to consult with the Thai embassy or consulate, or a reputable visa service, for personalized advice. You should also consider reading a book or two before your travel.. I'd recommend a book "Thailand Unveiled 2024-2025" by James Anderson on Amazon..it has all the info and recommendations you need..you should check it out 😀

If you want to stay for a year you can apply for a one year Non O-A visa at home with proof of income/pension equal to 65K baht a month or funds equal to 800K baht.

For the Non O-A visa you’ll need a mandatory health insurance covering minimum 100K USD, a health certificate and a police check up as well.

Is your Wife Thai, if not think it's not the right visa, read this from an agent. I may be wrong and I will be corrected if I am,🫣

What's your ages.

Have to 50+

800k each as it's 2 individual visas unless you can get a trailing spouse visa at home before you travel