thailand
Ask question

What documents do I need to offset my pension against the 800,000 THB requirement for a retirement visa in Thailand?

Retirement VisaVisa RequirementsProof of FundsThai ImmigrationPension DocumentationVerification of IncomeBank Account Requirements
Jul 23, 2018
6 years ago
Jamie ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
im a pensioner with a retirement visa. i want to offset my pension against the $800000 req in thai bank ac. what docs do i need
769
views
1
likes
22
all likes
17
replies
0
images
5
users
TLDR : Answer Summary
For a pensioner holding a retirement visa in Thailand who wishes to offset their pension against the 800,000 THB bank account requirement, it is important to prepare the necessary documentation. You typically need to provide proof of income via an income affidavit from your embassy or consulate, as well as bank statements showing the necessary funds. If using a combination method, ensure that your banked money has been seasoned for the requisite amount of time. Clarifying any nationality-related documentation will also be essential, especially if you're dealing with multiple countries' consulates.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
  • Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
  • For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
  • Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
  • Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
Tod *********
One last tip, while it isn't specifically spelled out, when using the "combination method" for proof of funds, more and more immigration offices are requiring the banked portion of the money to be seasoned the requisite amount of time.
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Tod *********
@Jamie *******
 for your first yearly extension of stay based on being over 50 (retirement) banked money needs to be seasoned for 60 days and for every subsequent extension of stay the money needs to be seasoned for 3 months.

So for using the combination method you'd have to have what every money you are using in the account for that amount of time.
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Jamie ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
does that mean 12 months?
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Jamie ********
Reply
Jamie ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
thanks todd ill go to both consulates just to make sure. doesnt thai immigration want aus bank statements as proof of pay ments ?
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Jamie ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
you mean 12 months statements ?
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Tod *********
@Jamie *******
, a good canadian friend worked in the US long enough to get a pension AND he still banks in the US too, but he has to get his stat dec from the canadian consulate here every year.
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Jamie ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
thanks so much for your help tod its a dillema but im determind to beat them !
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Tod *********
Umm, even if you could get one, the thai immigration office wouldn't accept a stat dec from the auzzie consulate because you're using a New Zealand passport to get your extension. ;)

I'd take the copies of the deposits to show the amount on the stat dec is actually backed up by something with you when you're applying for your extension but I wouldn't give it to them unless they asked for it.
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Tod *********
Reply
Tod *********
Jamie Rhodes, you would go to the New Zealand consulate in the All Seasons Place on Wireless Road here in Bangkok they're open from 8:30- 12 and 13-14:30 M-F.

Just take your passport, you fill out the statutory declaration (you're not required to show them proof of the amount you're putting on the stat dec), they notarize it and you pay 1330 baht.
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Jamie ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
im an australian permanent res on a aged pension but hold a nz passport. work that one out !
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Jamie ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
been here 7 yrs recieving pension thanks mate.
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Claus *******
@Jamie *******
 are you sure you're pension is portable when you leave Australia, better find out before you leave.
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Jamie ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
its an australian pension paid into my aussie bank ac lived in aus 40 yrs just happen to have nz citizenship.
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Tod *********
Then you couldn't go to the australian consulate and fill out a stat dec to get proof of your pension :/ You'd have to get it from the new zealand consulate
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Tod *********
Reply
Tod *********
how about stating what country your passport is issued from? That way people can give you better advice about how your consulate handles that here in this country....
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Mary ********
It's called verification of income.
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Robert *******
There are 3 options to apply for the Extension of Stay based on being over 50 years of age. 1) 800.000 Thb in own bank account for 3 months seasoned at day of application, 2) Income affidavit from Embassy with minimum income of 65.000 Thb a month, or 3) a combination of 1 and 2 not less then 800.000 Thb combined.
6 years ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Robert *******
Reply
Thai Visa Advice
... members ยท 40% approval rate
The Thai Visa Advice group is a specialized Q&A forum for visa-related topics in Thailand, ensuring detailed responses.
Join the Group
Thai Visa Advice
View the Conversation
Thai Visa Advice
Do I need to maintain an 800,000 Baht deposit in Thailand if I receive a pension of more than $2,000 a month from the USA?
32 comments
2 months ago
What are the requirements for retiring in Thailand regarding income proof and banking?
22 comments
6 months ago
What are the requirements for showing financial support for a retirement visa extension in Thailand?
33 comments
7 months ago
Do I need to transfer my pension monthly for a retirement visa in Thailand?
39 comments
8 months ago
How can a US retiree prove income for a Thai retirement visa application?
60 comments
a year ago
Do I need to provide both a deposit of 800,000 baht and a monthly income of 65,000 baht for a retirement visa in Thailand?
11 comments
a year ago
What are the requirements for applying for a retirement visa in Thailand, especially regarding income proof?
10 comments
2 years ago
What are the requirements for applying for a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand?
39 comments
2 years ago
Can I use my pension income to qualify for a retirement visa in Thailand without having to deposit funds into a Thai bank account?
87 comments
2 years ago
Do I need a monthly income of THB 65,000 if I have THB 800,000 in a Thai bank account for a retirement visa?
38 comments
2 years ago
Do I need 800,000 baht in a bank account or a steady pension to apply for a retirement visa in Thailand?
38 comments
2 years ago
How can I meet the Thai retirement visa requirement of a 65,000 THB monthly pension deposit?
116 comments
3 years ago
What is required for an Income Certificate for a Retirement Visa in Thailand?
8 comments
3 years ago
What are the exact requirements for demonstrating pension income to lower the bank balance needed for a retirement visa in Thailand?
34 comments
3 years ago
What do I need to renew my retirement visa in Thailand as a British citizen bringing in 65k baht monthly?
12 comments
4 years ago
Do I need to cash my pension to apply for a retirement visa in Thailand?
6 comments
4 years ago
What Are the Bank Requirements for a Retirement Visa in Thailand?
21 comments
4 years ago
What are the financial requirements for obtaining a Thai retirement visa?
88 comments
4 years ago
What are the latest financial requirements for extending a retirement visa in Thailand?
5 comments
5 years ago
What documents are needed for pension income verification for a non-immigrant O visa renewal in Thailand?
23 comments
6 years ago
How can I extend my retirement visa in Thailand with a pension paid into an overseas account?
16 comments
6 years ago
Do I need to provide 3 months of bank statements when applying for a retirement visa in Thailand from my UK pension?
15 comments
6 years ago
Do I need to have my retirement visa financial requirement in a Thai bank account or can I use UK bank statements?
2 comments
7 years ago
Do I need to have my retirement visa income in a Thai bank or can I use UK bank statements?
31 comments
7 years ago
What are the requirements for applying for a retirement visa in Thailand without a monthly income?
13 comments
7 years ago
Data protection policyTerms and conditionsDisclaimerPrivacy policyRefund policy
The asq:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.