Is the renewal process for the retirement visa the same every year?

The comments discuss various aspects related to the renewal of the retirement visa in Thailand, including processing times, residency requirements during the application, and the necessity of having sufficient funds in bank accounts. There is no consensus on a unified process, as experiences vary greatly among individuals, and additional context regarding other visa types such as DTV is presented. Participants express concerns about applying with bank accounts from different countries and the necessity of having proof of residency when applying from abroad.