Unanswered7 years ago
How can a retired US couple convert their ED Visas to a Retirement Non-O Visa in Thailand if they face financial requirement issues?
How can a retired married US couple in their 60’s living in Thailand on ED Visa’s convert to a Retirement Non-O Visa based on the wife being a Dependent even if the required 800,000 Baht already transferred into Thailand was show to be from the wife’s bank account even thought the husband was the source of the funds into her US account.?
This is a live situation, Immigration have advised that both husband and wife must transfer 800,000 each independently to qualify.
Is there an alternative short of returning and applying in the USA. The ED Visa’s expire in November.
This is a live situation, Immigration have advised that both husband and wife must transfer 800,000 each independently to qualify.
Is there an alternative short of returning and applying in the USA. The ED Visa’s expire in November.
Summary so far
A US couple on ED Visas in Thailand seeks to convert to a Retirement Non-O Visa, with complications arising from financial requirements for both spouses to independently transfer 800,000 Baht. While immigration officials claimed that each spouse must meet the financial criteria, one comment indicates that only one spouse needs to fulfill this requirement when married. Clarity about their current visa status and the specifics of their financial documentation is essential for accurate advice.
19 repliesnewest first
Click comment and we will ask for your email, then OTP, then name.
Robert *******
Just to cut things short: It is unknown if the US couple is in Thailand using a Visa or an Extension of Stay, it is unknown if transferred money is in a Thai bank account on the man, wife both named account. All we know they are refused and why they are refused is also unknown. I guess you see where this is going, to much unknown, so I would say, get the details and ask to open this topic again or even make a new topic. People are refused and told something sounds great, but if you do not have any detail, there is nothing to advice you or the couple.
Tod *********
There is no rule that says both people when married have to meet the financial requirements. only ONE spouse does and the other one gets a matching extension based on being married to someone who has a long term extension.
Without knowing what (of the 70+) immigration office they're dealing with it's anyone's guess why they were told that.
Without knowing what (of the 70+) immigration office they're dealing with it's anyone's guess why they were told that.
Tony *******
OPIt’s Chiang Mai Immigration Tod
Tony *******
OP@John *********
almost certainly they share a joint account but I could be wrongTony *******
OP@Robert ******
I can’t be sure about the name of the Thailand account. Most likely it’s the husband because he was told that he could get a Retirement Visa but his wife would have to make an independent application! This is weird.Tony *******
OP@John *********
The 800,000 is in a Thailand account under the name of the Husband. Immigration quizzed about the USA account ownership which was the source of the 800,000. To me this is ridiculous, but that’s the situation.John **********
Why would they not get the retirement visa for the wife if the money is in her account? If applying for the husband money will need to get into his account first
Tony *******
OP@Tod ********
in that case Tod, they could simply move to Laos for example and apply for a Retirement Visa for the husband and declare his wife as a dependent. Is it that simple?Tod *********
@Tony ******
If they're on the original entry of an ED visa (as in never extended it inside thailand) they can't switch to any other visa class and need to leave the country and get Non-O visas.Robert *******
I guess the misunderstanding starts with the banks. The wife use her us account to send money into Thailand, but on whos account in Thailand, the man, the wife or both?
Tony *******
OP@Tod ********
I thought only one needs to hold the Retirement Visa and the Spouse becomes attached as a dependent. Then there was the strange Immigration comment about which one provided the 800,000Tony *******
OP@Tod ********
They we’re refused an Retirement Visa with the wife as a dependent at Chiang Mai Immigration in the last couple of days. They held Non O Retirement previously and for reasons I’m not clear about came back to Thailand with ED Visa’sRobert *******
@Ja***
, he is British, I do not think he is asking for himself as he tolks about a US coupleTony *******
OP@Robert ******
Correct, they are my US friends, I am British
James ********
@Robert ******
thanks ....I was confused.Tod *********
Are you on the initial 90 day entry of an ED visa OR on an extension of stay from the immigration office?
Tony *******
OP@Tod ********
their Ed Visa’s expire in NovemberTod *********
First off you're NOT going to convert ANYTHING to a Non-O based on retirement. :/
Tony *******
OP@Tod ********
maybe convert gave the wrong impression. Try apply instead.Activity
5 joined5
people
Related
25What are the financial requirements for a 1-year extension of stay as a couple on Non-Immigrant O visas in Thailand?
2.1k21132mo
Does each family member need to show 500,000 THB for the DTV visa application?
2k14263mo
Do both husband and wife need to show 500,000 THB each for the Thailand DTV visa, or is 500,000 THB total sufficient?
2.6k24213mo
What are the financial requirements for a large family DTV application in Thailand?
343213mo
What are the financial requirements for a large family applying for a Thailand DTV visa?
663633mo
Do dependents need to show separate financial proof when applying for DTV visas?
1.3k10124mo
What are the actual requirements for maintaining the 500K in a Thai bank account for visa purposes?
22545mo
Can I apply for a non-O dependent visa for my daughter while in Thailand on a tourist visa when my husband is on a retirement visa?
1.1k1085mo
How should a UK family of six apply for the DTV visa in Thailand, and what are the financial requirements?
1.5k1441y
Will resigning from my job after receiving the Destination Thailand Visa affect re-entry to Thailand?
2.9k26211y
Can I apply for my wife's DTV as soon as my DTV is approved?
587321y
What are the requirements and processes for obtaining a Muay Thai visa in Thailand, and can my wife join me under this visa?
608312y
Can I convert a tourist visa to a Non-Immigrant O visa in Thailand by meeting financial requirements?
1.5k9112y
Do I need to maintain an 800,000 baht balance before applying for a subsequent Non-O retirement visa extension?
2.5k19252y
Can my husband switch from a Non-OA retirement extension to an ED visa without future issues?
913643y
Do I need to show 400,000 THB in my bank account again to extend my Non-O visa for dependents in Chiang Mai?
567153y
What are the visa options for my wife as a dependent while I'm applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
877395y
Can a married couple both over 50 qualify for a dependent extension on a retirement visa in Thailand?
1.3k1055y
Can I change a tourist visa to a non-O visa at immigration in Thailand?
1.6k1285y
How can I convert an ED visa to a 90 Days Non-Immigrant B Visa (Single-Entry) in Thailand?
810465y
Can an Ed visa be converted to a Retirement visa in Thailand?
1.1k927y
What are my options for switching from a retirement visa to a marriage visa in Thailand given my financial situation?
48348y
How can I convert my ED visa to a Non-O visa based on marriage in Thailand?
3.3k32148y
Can an Indian convert a tourism visa to a Non-O visa in Bangkok?
2.1k2069y
What are the requirements and process for obtaining a retirement visa in Thailand while on a 60-day tourist visa?
4k34319y
Resources
Need help with your retirement visa?
#1 visa agent · 4,000+ reviews · 100,000+ expats served