Answered3 months ago

How do you renew a retirement visa in Thailand if you are mentally or physically disabled?

Retirement Visa Visa Renewal Immigration Procedures Mental Health Physical Disability Bank Requirements for Visa

Ronnie *******

asked Jul 18, 2026

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Has anyone investigated how you renew your retirement visa or check in if you are mentally or physically disabled? I live in Bangkok. I understand a will or poa or living will etc. helps. If you know anyone who has experienced this, that would be valuable. Please only serious responses.

Answer summary

The conversation emphasizes the need to understand the procedures for renewing a retirement visa in Thailand, especially for individuals who may be mentally or physically disabled. It mentions that having a will or power of attorney can be beneficial. While experiences and acceptance of various financial proofs (like fixed deposits) vary by immigration office, confirming requirements directly with local authorities is highly recommended.

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Julian *******

not in phang nga

3 months ago

Laurie **********

As per usual it depends on the office and officer you talk to. Better to have a contingency

3 months ago

Jon *******

FDA’s accepted in Chiang Mai as of this past April when I extended

3 months ago

Don *******

Fixed deposits are fully accepted in Jomtien as Thai fixed deposits can be cancelled without notice (but with loss of interest). I have been using fixed deposits for 15 years without any issues at all.

Other immigration branches may have their own odd rules.

3 months ago

Des ****

Don Smith what bank do you use and what is the interest rate please

3 months ago

Don *******

Des Dp Krungsri. Rates vary. Special offers are usually better than the standard published rates. Banks usually put all this on their websites so look at them all.

3 months ago

Todd *********

Generally speaking, no FIXED DEPOSIT is accepted. But... this may vary with local immigration.

3 months ago

Ian **********

The funds must be instantly accessible, as they are there to prove you can support yourself

3 months ago

Colin ********

Talk to Thai Visa Centre about the 800k.

3 months ago

Ant ***********

No funds need to be accessible

Fixed term funds in Thailand

Are normally 3 years @ 1.8%

Or 10 yrs @ 2.8 %

3 months ago

John **********

Usually it depends on the type of fixed deposit account. If the money is not accessible at all they won't accept it, if it's accessible by paying a penalty they might. Did they use this same account for their previous extension? Probably best to go to the immigration office they will use and ask there.

3 months ago