What documents do I need to convert my Tourist visa to a Non-Imm visa in Chiang Mai at age 50?

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I am hoping that someone here can clarify for me precisely what documents I will need to bring to Chiang Mai Immigration in order to apply to have my Tourist visa changed to a Non-Imm visa based on being 50 years of age. I know I need to do this while there are at least 15 days remaining on my Tourist visa.

For the financial requirement, I will be using a combination of income and money in a Thai bank account. I plan to get an income affidavit from the US Consulate this month (I know that they will stop issuing them at the end of the calendar year). Just to be clear, is it correct that the only document I will need to have notarized is the income affidavit? Will I need to show other supporting documents re: income at Immigration? And will Chiang Mai Immigration keep my income affidavit when I submit it, meaning that I will need a second one when I apply for my one year extension in March? Would they allow me to submit a copy for the extension, because they will have the original in their possession?

Regarding the money in the bank, I can show my Thai bank statements/bank book, and the receipt for the transfer of the money from the US to Thailand (using TransferWise) more than 60 days prior to the application. Will I also need a corroborating letter from my Thai bank branch, or anything else?

What else will they require, aside from passport & photocopies of passport/photos/application form? And how early in the morning should I plan to arrive and get in line at Chiang Mai Immigration in order to ensure that I will be seen? Thank you in advance for your help.

Ask Thailand · Answer

To convert a Tourist visa to a Non-Imm visa in Chiang Mai when you are over 50 years old, you will need several documents, including an income affidavit from the US Consulate (which should be notarized) and various financial statements. Supporting documents include bank statements and the letter confirming your funds. Immigration may require additional documentation, so consider preparing a copy of your income affidavit for future extensions, as they might keep the original. It's advisable to visit the Immigration Office for the latest requirements and to arrive early to secure a spot in line.

Tod ********* · Answer

[mention redacted] & [mention redacted] there is no 'original document scam'. you provide NEW documentation every year because you're buying a brand new extension every year. I've used the income letter from consulate every year for the last 11 years had to get a new letter every year, make the same copies as last year, fill out the same form as last year.

It just is what it is.

My advice, do not look for logic where there is none..

Saffron ********* · Answer

Here is the handout I received from Chiang Mai Immigration today, in case it will be helpful to anyone else: [url redacted]

Robert ******* · Answer

For the Visa you must have a letter from the bank that the money is coming from abroad plus the normal bank letter that it is indeed your account and the money does not have to be seasoned for 2 months.

Robert ******* · Answer

Best is to make a short visit to the Chang Mai Immigration Office, ask for the hand out with their requirements and make an appointment for the application. This is a list with most commen requirements for the Extension of Stay, could be some more or less depending on Immigration Office:   Application Form TM 7

1 Passport picture

Copy Id page passport

Copies of visa in passport

Copy Admitted to Stay stamp

Copy TM 6 Departure card

Hand drawn map of area of the house

When using bank:

Bank letter (max 7 days old)

Copy Bank book first page

Copy Bank book last pages with 2 months history for first application or 3 months consecutive application. Minimum balance 800.000 Thb

Be aware that the Bank account is in your name only, with joint account the balance is divided over all account holders.

When using income:

Affadavit from Embassy, minimum 65.000 Thb income a month

When using combination

Bank letter (max 7 days old)

Copy Bank book first page

Copy Bank book last pages with 2 months history for first application or 3 months consecutive application.

Affadavit from Embassy of monthly income

Combination bank + income must be minimum 800.000 Thb.

Copy Lease Agreement

Singed copy ID landlord front+back

Signed copy House book landlord

Fee 1.900 Thb

What documents do I need to convert my Tourist visa to a Non-Imm visa in Chiang Mai at age 50?

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