Answereda year ago
What are the best visa options for a retired British-American expat looking to live in Thailand?
London Visa Application.
64 year old semi retired nomad dual citizenship male UK/US looking potentially to live permanently in Thailand for the next few years.
Monthly pension of 28K BHT and can meet and exceed 1M + BHT in a bank account comfortably but no active income to show at this time from actual work
I am looking to file for DTV or possibly 1 year non immigrant visa.
Opinions on what is the best option(s) and potentially the most successful?
Thanks in advance.
64 year old semi retired nomad dual citizenship male UK/US looking potentially to live permanently in Thailand for the next few years.
Monthly pension of 28K BHT and can meet and exceed 1M + BHT in a bank account comfortably but no active income to show at this time from actual work
I am looking to file for DTV or possibly 1 year non immigrant visa.
Opinions on what is the best option(s) and potentially the most successful?
Thanks in advance.
Answer summary
A 64-year-old dual citizen from the UK/US, semi-retired and receiving a pension of 28,000 THB monthly, seeks advice on the best visa options for potentially relocating to Thailand long-term. Suggestions include applying for a Non-O (retirement) visa, which requires proof of an 800,000 THB bank deposit. The discussion touches on the implications of living in Thailand over 180 days, which could lead to taxation on remittances.
20 repliesnewest first
Click comment and we will ask for your email, then OTP, then name.
Andy ********
OPWhat's the opinion on applying for the DTV successfully based predominantly on fulfilling the financial requirements?
John ****
If you live in Thailand over 180 days they will tax you on any money you remit to Thailand including the 800,000 you put into your Thai bank account.
John **********
@John ***
firstly its 180 days in a calendar year. Secondly only income is taxable, not savings. So you can transfer whatever you like in a year you are not a tax resident and only (assessable) income earned since you became tax resident is taxablePete *******
@John ***
not true, all that happens is that you become Thai tax resident. Having to pay tax is completely separate from being Thai tax resident.John ****
@Pete ******
all money’s remitted to Thailand are taxable. He’s words stating new law .
John ****
@Pe**
I went to the revenue office and asked !John ****
@Pete ******
if you can’t trust the revenue officer who then ?Pete *******
@John ***
and what did the unqualified Revenue official tell you?
Jim *********
@John ***
was that not put on holdJohn ****
@Jim ********
no there has been no official announcement.Max *************
@John ***
I have transferred millions of baht to Thailand. And will transfer more. I'm retired and my transfers are covered by a Double Taxation Agreement.John ****
@Max ************
would you want to risk a large amount !Max *************
@John ***
It hasn't been implemented and probably never will be. Get it?Max *************
@Jim ********
It's not correct at all. Don't listen to him.John ****
@Max ************
I would suggest you go into Jomtien office and ask as I did !
Steve *******
I would suggest Non O (retirement) visa with 800,000 baht in a Thai bank.
Start with a 3 month visa from the UK or wherever you love outside of Thailand, and then apply for 12 month extension.
Start with a 3 month visa from the UK or wherever you love outside of Thailand, and then apply for 12 month extension.
Wannikea *********
Your pension is your income
Activity
10 joined
10
people
Related
25Can I apply for a retirement visa in Thailand with 800k in my bank account if I enter on a visa exempt?
4.8k444710d
What visa should expats over 50 who are not retired yet choose for a stay of 3 months or more in Thailand?
2.5k23241mo
What are the current requirements for extending a Non-O visa in Thailand, particularly regarding bank statements?
3.1k30272mo
What are the required documents for renewing a Non-O visa in Thailand?
2.5k18363mo
Will I be denied a Non-O retirement visa if my latest bank statement shows an increase in balance?
5.2k251064mo
Will I receive my Non-O visa extension on the same day I apply?
2.1k17197mo
What are the requirements for applying for a NON-O visa in Vientiane, Laos including the financial aspect?
4812110mo
Can I apply for a Non-O visa in the UK without having 800,000 THB in my bank yet?
3.2k25341y
What is the best visa option for a semi-retired individual considering living in Thailand?
1.1k871y
What are the options for obtaining a retirement visa in Thailand without the required funds?
10.4k891071y
Can I apply for a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) while holding a retirement visa in Thailand?
1.5k12102y
What are the advantages of renewing my retirement visa compared to using visa exemptions in Thailand?
11.6k981282y
What are the steps to obtain a DTV visa from the USA for a retired expat in Thailand?
4k31382y
What are the retirement visa laws in Thailand for Australian citizens?
5.9k43542y
What are the options for applying for a DTV Visa in Thailand, especially when retired and without an income?
1k4102y
What are the best options for extending my stay in Thailand after giving up my "O" visa?
9.3k85722y
What visa options are available for expats planning to move to Thailand in 2026?
4.2k31372y
What do I need to retire in Thailand as a life partner of a Thai citizen?
7k51853y
What is the best plan for an Australian retiree to stay in Thailand for an extended period?
2.1k13255y
What are the steps to apply for a retirement visa in Thailand for a UK expat married to a Thai citizen?
4.3k42205y
What are the visa options for my wife as a dependent while I'm applying for a retirement visa in Thailand?
877395y
What are the best visa options for a 75-year-old USA citizen seeking a four-month vacation in Thailand?
3.8k33285y
Can I apply for a 90-day Non-O visa in Hanoi, Vietnam, as an American over 50?
2.7k25148y
Can I convert a 6-month METV to an extension based on retirement in Thailand?
851628y
What are the requirements and process for obtaining a retirement visa in Thailand while on a 60-day tourist visa?
4k34319y
Resources
Need help with your DTV visa?
#1 visa agent · 4,000+ reviews · 100,000+ expats served