Hello, I am preparing to retire in Thailand in the next few months and am trying to get my ducks in order for the VISA. I already have a Thai bank (Krungsri) and transferred 800,000 from my home bank to the account. Does it need to show it was an international transfer? My Krungsuri bank statement shows a transaction code of TN. Does anyone who may use Krungsuri know what this code means? Or how I can find out if it shows as an international transfer? Online has been no help.
Second question is how long does it need to season before I can apply for the applicable VISA? I will initially be arriving on a Tourist VISA. Appreciate any insight.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is preparing for retirement in Thailand and has transferred 800,000 baht to their Krungsri bank account. They seek clarification on whether the funds need to show as an international transfer and the time requirements ('seasoning') before applying for a NON-O visa. Community members confirm that for the initial application, proof of international transfer is necessary, but for subsequent extensions, such proof is not required as long as the funds remain in a Thai bank account for at least two months.
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