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Is proof of funds required when applying for a long-term visa in Vientiane, Laos?

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Oct 25, 2023
a year ago
Pierre *******
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Can anyone please confirm if it is true that when applying for a long term visa in VIENTIANE, LAOS , that I do not have to supply proof of funds ? ( the 400000 or 800000 THB )
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When applying for a long-term Non-O visa in Vientiane, Laos, there appears to be conflicting information regarding the requirement of proof of funds. Some commenters state that currently, proof of funds (400,000 or 800,000 THB) is not required for Single Entry Non-O visas, particularly for those married to Thai citizens. However, it is essential to note that if applying for a 90-day Non-O visa based on retirement, proof of 800,000 baht is necessary. Overall, applicants should stay informed and consider alternative visa options while awaiting further updates.
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Tod *********
and I would guess that right now the O/P either has enough information to make their choices or is totally confused. Either way, I think this topic ran it's course
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Rinus ************
You sure need.

Be careful outside are many (salesman) who try to sell you illegal.
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Tod *********
if you are applying for the 90 day Non-O visa based on RETIREMENT <- being over 50 you DO show proof of 800K baht in a thai bank or the equivalent in a bank in your country to get that visa from Vientiane or you don't get it.
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Pierre *******
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@Tod ********
 Hi Tod mine is a Non O VISA based on my spouse being Thai.
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Tod *********
@Pierre ******
 you asked ( π˜π—΅π—² 𝟰𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗼𝗿 𝟴𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗧𝗛𝗕 ) and the 800K is ONLY to get a retirement visa which I why I answered you about it the way I did. I didn't say anything at all about proof of funds for getting a 90 day Non-O based on marriage πŸ™‚
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Pierre *******
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@Tod ********
 misunderstood πŸ™ ApologiesπŸ‘
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James ********
At this time...

Read this important update before you go to anywhere...

Posted October 27th

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Vientiane doesn't require proof of funds but NOW only issues SINGLE ENTRY.... NOT multiple entry...

Non O as Married to Thai as before.

We are watching for Reports from those who are experiencing this happening as well as reports from the Visa Run service Companies which take Expats to Savannakhet Laos.

Until then...

We suggest you review your Thai Visa options.

The SINGLE ENTRY Non O Visa as Married to Thai is STILL BEING ISSUED by Savannakhet... without proof of the 400,000 Thai baht bank account in your name only.

It gets you 90 days on arrival into Thailand.....

Plus you can apply for the 60 day family visit extension of stay at Thai Immigration office for 1900 Thai baht... which gives you total of 150 day stay in Thailand.

Again we're watching for updated Reports... will Post More as soon as it's verified information.
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Incognia **********
@James *******
 single entry Non O based marriage can extend 2 months more?
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James ********
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Tod *********
@Stelar ******
 yes, most all offices allow a single entry Non-O based on marriage to get the 60 day visit thai family extension
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@James *******
 is this also true for Australians single entry non o married to thai

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Mark *******
@Phil *****
 just got mine approved was not asked for proof of funds this was with the Sydney consulate
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James ********
@Phil *****
 Ask the Australia Thai Embassy or Consulate. We have no changes reported.

Are you a holder of an Australia passport ? IF you are... it's showing the Non O Visa as Married to Thai is available for Single or Multiple entry
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Phil ******
@James *******
 doesnt appear to be a requirement of the embassy in Canberra either

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@Phil *****
 but at this moment we do not know if anyone other than Australian passport holders can apply for the Non O Visa as Married to Thai...one year multiple entry...in Australia.
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@James *******
 ok yes ....I remember an Australian posted he was on the multiple entry visa without showing the required deposit. He posts regularly in here so will look back and try to fing
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James ********
@Phil *****
 you have to be in Australia to apply for a Thai Visa from Australia
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Phil ******
@James *******
 just got an op here with another one coming b4 November and back in January so may go for it.
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James ********
@Phil *****
 there are some differences in requirements for a Thai Visa between the Thai Embassy and Consulates in Australia.

Always best to look and compare.
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