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What are the requirements and recommendations for applying for a Thai non O-A visa concerning funds and documentation?

Lonnie ********
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Hi All, I'm new to the group.

I’m applying for a Thai non O-A visa. [members only]

One of the requirements is to provide a ”Recent bank statement for the last three months showing the applicant's name and ending balance of no less than $30,000 or proof of monthly income of not less than $2,500/month) along with the current bank statement showing incoming income”. I meet the $2,500/month requirement, though I only had the $30,000 for two months.

The doubt is that I usually keep the vast majority invested and not in a bank account.

Would it be beneficial to include a formal document from my investment account that indicates the total amount invested? The amount is significantly higher than the requirement, amounting to 800,000 baht.

Should I wait an additional month to submit my application?

I already rented a place to live. Should I provide a copy of the documentation from the home lease?

Is the application process based solely on uploading documents to the website or are the documents mailed to the embassy?

Thank you in advance.

PS: I already have Thai health insurance, completed the background check, the health certificate, a copy of my passport, and recent photos. My lease starts August 15.
Answer summary
A new applicant for a Thai Non O-A visa seeks advice on the financial requirements, specifically regarding bank statements and proof of income. They have sufficient monthly income but have only met the $30,000 balance for two months. They consider including information from their investment account and question whether to wait to apply or submit additional documentation like a lease for their new residence. Comments from other members provide clarity on using monthly income over lump sum requirements and suggest next steps for managing finances after arrival.
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Bob **********
Bob **********
The non-o is much better,no insurance no police check and no medical certificate get here open a bank account transfer the 800k and your good
Lonnie ********
Lonnie ********
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@Bob *********
Thanks for your response. I already meet the requirement for the OA, plus I've read that opening a bank account with the non O can be hit or miss.
Francois ********
Francois ********
OA-10yr retirement visa

Thai health insurance

Requires

40k Thb OP

400k Thb IP

Yrly premium about 8,000thb

LMG Thai ins comp
Marty *********
Marty *********
@Francois *******
The OA is a 1 year visa. The LTR IS A 10 year visa. Two different visas.
Marianne ********
Marianne ********
It's either $30,000 as a lump sum OR $2,500 a month. Not both.

I'd go with the monthly income, get a bank account when you hit the ground in Thailand, and start transfer at least the minimum monthly required for the extension.

You'll have plenty of time to get that sorted with the Non-OA visa, but it doesn't hurt to start early.
Lloyd *********
Lloyd *********
@Marianne *******
combination of banked and income IS allowed 🙂
Marianne ********
Marianne ********
@Lloyd ********
Yes, but he was not talking combination, he was talking both as in both of the lump sum and the monthly transfers needed to happen.
Lonnie ********
Lonnie ********
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Thank you for your response. I forgot to mention that I'm scheduled to arrive by August 15. That's when the lease starts.

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