What are the visa options for moving to Thailand with my elderly mother, and should I hire an agent?

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May 16, 2024

6 months ago

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Hello lovely people.

I plan on moving my mother and myself to Thailand ( I’m her full time carer) and need visas for both of us long term.

I’m 50 and my mother 71.

Any recommendations for agents??

Thanks so much 🙏

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A user seeks advice on long-term visa options for themselves and their elderly mother as they plan to move to Thailand. Comments provide insights suggesting that both could apply for Non-O visas based on retirement, recommend obtaining initial 90-day visas, and highlight the importance of opening bank accounts in Thailand. There are mixed opinions on whether to hire a visa agent or opt for an immigration attorney, with personal recommendations for specific agents in cities like Phuket and Chiang Mai.

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Jo **********

Willy Wonka - Augustus Gloop

6 months ago

Skip ********

In the past I have used Assist Thai Visa in Chiang Mai. Very good service and guidance through my visa renewal processes.

6 months ago

Jason ********

I suggest you pay for immigration attorney and skip the agents. Yeah it’s a few more dollars (not much more) but you’ll actually get proper advice, future planning, questions asked and it will be done correctly. You’ll have a contact to call on for future issues/counsel.

6 months ago

Lee ***********

If you are in Phuket, TMT Visa agency.

6 months ago

John **********

No need for an agent. You can both get non-o visas based on retirement. I'd suggest you get the initial 90 day visas before leaving home then when you get here both open bank accounts and put a minimum of 800k baht in each and once it's there 2 months each get a 12 month extension. When you arrive your first port of call should be the immigration office local to where you live for a hand out listing their requirements

6 months ago

Dan *********

@John *********

Siam Legal can help if in bkk area. Isaan lawyers if you are going to be near Korat ( Nakhon Ratchasima). if Mom is getting SS check monthly do account at Bangkok Bank if u are form the states. Are you?

6 months ago

Jeffrey **********

@John *********

agreed simplest way to go

6 months ago

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Linhof *********

surprised a bunch of agents have not hopped in, Whig area?

6 months ago

Augustus *******

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