Husband is 51, planning on coming to Thailand next month. Wondering pros and cons of applying for Retirement Visa before we leave or when we arrive? I will be applying as a dependent spouse and we have an 11 year old as a dependent visa to my husband’s retirement visa. Just starting to travel and planning on hitting most of Asia over the next few years with Thailand as “home base”. Thoughts?
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The discussion revolves around whether to apply for a retirement visa (NON-O) before leaving for Thailand or upon arrival. Key considerations include the need for health insurance, the financial requirements such as having 800,000 THB in a Thai bank account, and options for dependents. Some comments suggest applying for the visa at home to ensure all paperwork is in order, while others recommend arriving in Thailand first to navigate local immigration requirements. Additionally, there are suggestions about alternative visa options like the DTV for long-term stays.
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