Does buying a condo or villa count towards the 800,000 Thai baht requirement for a visa?

@Chris *********

Chris, what in my comments suggests to you that I’m anything but relaxed? Sitting in my pool with a great cappucino doesn’t wind me up. And Having been here for some years now and a homeowner, I understand the value of listening to Thai people very well. But there are not any Thai people here on this string.

There are several ways to avoid the 800k deposit and many do so. Even as a Canadian you can still get a letter from the embassy showing 65k baht income in Canada. LTR visa doesn’t require it. DTV also. Thai Privilege. It’s great to have options. Welcome to Thailand. More and more Canadians figuring it out

@Todd ********

sounds good Todd glad you're enjoying it. Thanks for the information on Visa also

@Todd ********

you don't really "own" a house

@Nongnuch *******

It depends on how one wishes to see it. What I can assure you is that nobody owns it more than I do. And it’s been a very profitable venture. Lots of angst here about foreigners not legally owning land. Fair enough. It’s the same in many nations and it’s generally good policy. But yet… many find a way.

@Chris *********

cheers and you.