What are the correct rules for the non-O retirement visa in Thailand regarding entry, bank account deposits, and extensions?

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May 19, 2024

6 months ago

Joe **********

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Hi all. Think I have this right ! If a non O retirement visa is granted. I have 30 days to arrive in Thailand and receive 60 day visa. Is that correct? If that’s the case I now need to open a bank account deposit 800k baht but it needs to be in there for 2 months before I apply for an extension ? Is that right. Thanks in advance

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A non-O retirement visa requires you to enter Thailand within 90 days of issuance, granting you an initial stay of 90 days upon entry. You need to open a bank account and deposit 800,000 baht, keeping it there for 2 months before applying for an extension.

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Lynnette *******

When opening my bank account on 30 day emempt, one problem was the second official ID card. My passport was not enough. I'm from UK and we don't have ID cards. I don't have driving licence either. I was creative and used my bus pass. 😏

6 months ago

Bob *******

Good luck and welcome to LOS joe

6 months ago

Brandon ************

Not right at all. All single entry visas issued by a Thai embassy or consulate are valid to enter Thailand for 90 days. That means you you must enter Thailand within 90 days from the day the visa is issued. The expiration date will be written on the visa.

A non-O visa grants 90 days upon entry. That means as long as you enter Thailand within 90 days, you will then receive a stamp for 90 days permission to stay in Thailand.

During this 90 days you will open your bank account and deposit your money. That means you need to move quickly as you'll only have approximately one month to get the account open and the money deposited.

Your money must be in your account for 2 full months as of the day you apply for your extension.

6 months ago

Henrik *****

Never ever use an agent !

6 months ago

Brandon ************

@Henrik ****

it's the only option for some people, especially when it comes to a bank account.

6 months ago

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Brandon ************

David ****

@Nongnuch *******

Ok thanks. I had an O-A visa before which is $200

6 months ago

Joe **********

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@Brandon ***********

thanks for that great advice that sounds achievable

Precise and clear thank you Brandon

6 months ago

Henrik *****

But you may need a residency certificat from the Immigration office, which they (by the book) will make for you after staying 3 months, and not on any touristvisa.

Many banks will be reluctant to let you open an account without that certificat.

So may not be as achievable as you presume.

6 months ago

David ****

@Joe *********

Hey. Any idea how much the thai embassy charges for a 90 day non-O visa?

6 months ago

Steve *******

@David ***

Around £60 in the UK for a Non Imm O visa

6 months ago

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Steve *******

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