Answered6 months ago
Should I stick with the retirement visa or switch to a DTV in Thailand?
I’m currently in Pattaya and I was going to do the retirement visa again since I have a Thai bank account and Thai phone. I’m currently on a tourist visa but I am really thinking about the DTV! I’m 60
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The user in Pattaya is considering switching from a tourist visa to a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa), especially since they have a Thai bank account and are over 60 years old. Several comments discuss the implications of switching to a DTV, including potential issues with bank account status, as some believe that holding a DTV may lead to account closure, while others share personal experiences refuting this. There is also debate over the qualifications and requirements necessary for obtaining a DTV versus a retirement visa.
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Terry ***************
DTV is a king sized pain in the arse, go for the 90 day Non O then extend each year
GreyEle*******
Ant W Tailor I don’t understand why NZ DTV is so expensive. Aust is $600
John **********
If you work remotely get a DTV based on Workation. If you don't work I'd stick with the retirement visa
Howard ********
OP@John *********
I dont work
Paul **********
Howard Brooks why would you apply for the DTV then? You're potentially creating an issue that you don't have with the retirement visa. 1, you have to be outside Thailand to apply. 2, you have to prove money outside Thailand. 3, you have get all the documents together that you don't have. seems a weird way to go about things.
Stephen ********
If you get a DTV your bank account will be closed. Stick with retirement visa
Howard ********
OPStephen Howell for 30 days correct?
Yo***
Stephen Howell hey please stop bullshit. He is now on a tourist, so his bank has closed his bank account??? What is different from DTV and tourist??? Once he has opened his bank account with a retirement visa, his account goes on until the bank will ask. The point when he opened his bank account is matter for the bank.
Charoen *******
Young you truly are an idiot
Stephen ********
Young It's well known that you cannot have a bank account on DTV. If the bank overlooks this, it's all good. My advice is based on fact.
Mike *******
Stephen Howell incorrect, I have DTV and got bank account no problem, I know of many DTV holders that have bank accounts 👍
Howard ********
OPYoung my account is Bangkok account is still active, I use it.
Stephen ********
Howard Brooks Possibly. As soon as they find out you're on a tourist based visa.
Howard ********
OPStephen Howell well I just transferred money into the account are they going to close still?
Stephen ********
Howard Brooks You probably haven't been into a branch in the last 6-12 months. Once they see your visa, your account will be closed
Alan *****
Young I know a couple of friends who still have their Bangkok bank accounts still active & their on tourist visas
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