Someone's just trying to tell me that the retirement visa pension regs have been changed on the new application to either 65,000 bht a month or 800,000 in the bank but no longer a combination of both.
If that's true, there's going to be a long line at the airport.
TLDR : Answer Summary
There are rumors that the retirement visa regulations in Thailand have changed, now requiring either a monthly pension of 65,000 THB or 800,000 THB in the bank, without allowing a combination of both. However, commenters dispute this claim, citing existing regulations from 2014 that permit a combination of income and bank balance for visa extensions for those over 50. Many expats indicate their peers continue to use the combination method successfully, and the conversation highlights varying experiences among those living in Thailand regarding pension income and visa requirements.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
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