Answered2 years ago
What are the visa options for moving to Thailand with my elderly mother, and should I hire an agent?
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 🙏
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 🙏
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
Skip ********
In the past I have used Assist Thai Visa in Chiang Mai. Very good service and guidance through my visa renewal processes.
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.
Lee ***********
If you are in Phuket, TMT Visa agency.
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
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?
Jeffrey **********
@John *********
agreed simplest way to go
Linhof *********
surprised a bunch of agents have not hopped in, Whig area?
Augustus *******
OP@Linhof ********
give it time 😉
John **********
What city ?
Augustus *******
OP@John *********
chiang maiActivity
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