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What are the visa options for U.K. citizens retiring in Thailand while maintaining funds in the U.K.?

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Nov 13, 2024

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Stephen ********

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Hi , looking for advice. I’m a U.K. citizen and own a condo in Thailand already. I will be retiring next year to Thailand permanently. My question is regarding a visa to stay in Thailand . I have the required funds to deposit in my Thai bank account but is there a visa that lets you keep the funds in the U.K. but show proof that you have them and it’s compulsory to buy medical insurance?

I don’t want to go through an agent. 

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The discussion centers around the visa options available for a U.K. citizen retiring in Thailand, specifically seeking a visa that allows retaining funds in the U.K. while fulfilling the requirement for proof of financial means. Recommendations suggest the Non-OA visa, which has specific conditions regarding returning to the U.K. every two years for renewal, and an alternative option mentioning a DTV visa linked to activity participation.

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Bob *********

a day ago

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

Yes, that's how the non-OA visa works. But if you want to keep doing that forever you'll have to go back to the UK every 2 years to apply for a new non-OA visa.

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Stephen ********

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

thanks for the reply Brandon

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