Can someone provide a sample of a non-resident “O.” Specifically, I am interested in the remark description that follows the visa type for
the initial visa issue by an Thai embassy. Does it state “other” or “retirement.”
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The discussion revolves around the remark description on the Non-Resident Non-O visa, clarifying that it is commonly issued for multiple reasons, including retirement and marriage. Some users noted that the remark might vary between different issues of the visa and that it often contains Thai characters that require translation for specificity. Additionally, there are mentions of experiences related to opening bank accounts in Thailand, highlighting potential challenges based on the documentation provided.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
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There can be some issues opening bank accounts especially in more rural areas, a friend of mine could only open an account with a house book in his name, they wouldn't even accept a residency certificate but he was in a very rural area with very few expats so the bank was probably just working on what is necessary for a Thai. It also varies between banks & branches, I had trouble in the Kasikorn branch in Central Khon Kaen but no problems at the Lotus branch, both time I had a residency certificate. If one bank/branch gives problems even with the residency certificate then try another as it's common to get different 'interpretations' of the rules.
I guess you mean the Non-O visa which is a Non-immigrant visa with the O standin for Other. That visa is never issued for the purpose "Other", it can be issued for 10 or more reasons such as retirement, marriage and so on. Sometimes it will specify the reason sometimes it won't. What's your particular concern?
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