Should I apply for a retirement visa in the US or get an agent after arriving in Thailand?

Retirement Visa NON-O Visa Thai Consulate Visa Application Process Bank Account Requirements

Nov 6, 2024

9 hours ago

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I’m close to my 2 year window to go to retire in Thailand. Question, my spouse who just went to LA to Thai consulate to renew her passport made me think about this. Should I apply for a retirement visa in the US before I go or get an agent once I’m there?   No experience with any of this.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The discussion revolves around whether to apply for a retirement visa (specifically a NON-O visa) in the United States before moving to Thailand, or to seek assistance from an agent after arrival. A comment suggests that applying for the retirement visa beforehand is preferable, as it simplifies the process of opening a bank account in Thailand, which is necessary for obtaining a 12-month extension.

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Graham ******

Yes, better to enter on a retirement visa (usually Non-O, 90 day stamp) as this will make it easier to open a bank account which will be needed to get your 12 month extension

9 hours ago

Jeff *********

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@Graham *****

Thank you. I will save this post. My wife has a Bangkok bank account. Maybe I should just get added at some point after Non-O 90 day stamp

8 hours ago

Graham ******

@Jeff ********

Some Immigration Offices require that the bank account is in your name only but if they do accept a joint account then the financial requirement (800k for retirement) will double

8 hours ago

Ron ******

@Graham *****

Sounds like his wife is Thai so that changes the financial requirements depending on going down the marriage or retirement path.

4 hours ago

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