Answereda year ago
What are the approximate costs and processes for obtaining a retirement visa, opening a bank account, and getting a driver's license in Udon Thani, Thailand?
Can you please be able to let me know the cost of an agent to do a retirement visa and open a bank account and a phone number and car and motorcycle licence just around about costs l will be in undon thani thanks heaps
Answer summary
The estimated cost for using an agent to assist with a retirement visa, bank account setup, and re-entry permit in Udon Thani is around 45,000 to 50,000 baht, based on personal experiences shared in the forum. Some users recommend using the Thai Visa Centre for assistance. It's also suggested to apply for a Non-O Visa from your home country for potential savings. There are mixed opinions on using agents; while some have had good experiences, others caution against it due to risks of scams. It is advised to handle the driver's license application personally, as it is straightforward.
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Wannikea *********
If you have the 800k then I'd just get a 1 year non Imm OA in my own country then come here, easily open a bank account since it's a long-term Visa, then move my money over here and finally let that visa expire and get a non-o and then extension.
Nongnuch ********
@Wannikea ********
well this would need a little bit more explanation for all the newbies here 😂 It sounds easy for those who know, but sounds like a riddle for most newbiesWannikea *********
@Nongnuch *******
true enough, but my attention span and tolerance is limited to a 100 word reply 555
David *********
Contact thai visa centre
Bob *********
Don't use an agent for the driver's license go and do it yourself is my recommendation. it's easy and not worth the hassle of an agent doing it for you in my opinion. what is the hassle you ask? well if you're going to be living here you may as well do it as legally as possible. as far as an agent it will depend on the time of day and the year and what the weather is like... as it varies. Best to ask the agent.
Pete **********
@Bob ********
I second that. Easy to do
Jesper *******
Some ppl have done all that without spending a dime but it's up to individuals.....be very careful when engaging agents.... someone got scammed and luckily got back her money after making police reports
Pete **********
@Jesper ******
if you count leaving 800k in a thai bank account that is subject to being cut off from you without notice, earns no interest or can be removed without jeopardizing the validity of a renewel ....are you not spending a dime ? Really ?Jesper *******
@Pete *********
not spending a dime on agent fees ..... มึงไม่เข้าใจภาษาอังกฤษเหรอPete **********
@Jesper ******
yes I read your gibberish
Ant ***********
If you can apply for a Non-O Visa in your home country via the Thai Embassy website when you are ready to come over
It will save you money & time
You can still use an agent to fulfill the 12 month extension but you will have an advantage with a Non-O from home
It will save you money & time
You can still use an agent to fulfill the 12 month extension but you will have an advantage with a Non-O from home
Graham *****
@Ant **********
good advice 👌Ant ***********
Eric **********
Retirement visa and bank account agency.. is obviously the group who runs this thread.
Thai visa centre..
Great job for me for the last two years.
Thai visa centre..
Great job for me for the last two years.
Steve *******
You could try this company in Udon. They seem to be a well respected company.
Bob **********
45-50,000 for everything non-o,extension ,bank account and re entry permit have two friends just paid 46,000 baht each and been waiting 6 weeks it’s getting tough to use an agent
THAI ******************************
@Bob *********
We would never accept a case that requires such a long timeframe. Please be cautious of agents who take on jobs they cannot finish, as this can result in their clients falling into overstay. If possible make sure to ask them for immigration receipts to ensure that their visa is actually in process. With us, the entire process takes about one week. This covers everything, including opening a bank account on a tourist or exempt visa, Non-O visa, and yearly extension.
Les ***********
@THAI *****************************
I have used Thai Visa Centre and found them to be excellent.I highly recommend them.
X *************
@THAI *****************************
I was told one month to start from scratch on retirement visa. Non O plus extensionTHAI ******************************
@X ************
We usually give a longer general timeframe to be on the safe side, but right now on average it takes about 1–2 weeks. If you have upcoming travel plans or an urgent situation, we can prioritize your case as needed.
Bob **********
@THAI *****************************
so what’s you price and time frame ?Non-o,extension ,bank account and multi entry ???THAI ******************************
@Bob *********
The service you are asking about is broken down as follows:▪ Opening a bank account
on exempt / tourist visa — ฿23,000
▪ First-time Non-O visa
while opening a bank account — ฿23,000
▪ Yearly retirement visa extension
— ฿14,000
▪ With Multiple Entry
— ฿4,000
Total: ฿64,000
It takes 1-2 weeks at the moment (2 days in bangkok), and you do not need to leave the country.
Connor **********
@THAI *****************************
could you please Dm a price for everything please .THAI ******************************
@Eric *****
We assist daily with account opening on exempt but only if the applicant is applying for non-o.
Eric ******
@THAI *****************************
I didn’t think they were issuing bank accounts on just an exemption? Has that changed now?THAI ******************************
@Jim *******
Yes, if you’re on a tourist visa or exempt entry.
Jim ********
@THAI *****************************
23k for a bank account?THAI ******************************
@Connor *********
The service you are asking about is broken down as follows:▪ Opening a bank account
on exempt / tourist visa — ฿23,000
▪ First-time Non-O visa
while opening a bank account — ฿23,000
▪ Yearly retirement visa extension
— ฿14,000
Total: ฿60,000
Lee ****
Google for agents where you live and you will get the correct answers and cost.If asking in the forum,you will have more questions than answers.
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