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What does the required bank letter for a Non-O retirement visa extension in Thailand look like?
Non-O Visa ExtensionRetirement VisaBangkok BankThai Immigration RequirementsBank Letter Format12 Month Bank StatementVisa Documentation
Sep 25, 2023
3 years ago
Tom ******
ORIGINAL POSTERLast Wednesday I requested letter and 12 month statement from Bangkok Bank Headquarters and paid 200b fee. This morning I picked up statement which seems to be presented in several different ways but there is no letter. If this is needed could you please show me what it looks like? My appointment from Non O retirement extension is on Thursday.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user inquired about not receiving the requested bank letter needed for their Non-O retirement visa extension application in Thailand, despite having obtained a 12-month statement from Bangkok Bank. Comments included advice on what the letter typically looks like and emphasized that the bank statement must be updated on the date of the immigration appointment. Some users shared their experiences with the bank regarding the letter and subsequent complications in obtaining it, indicating a need for clarity in communication with bank staff. Overall, several users confirmed the importance of having both the bank letter and a current bank statement to fulfill visa requirements.
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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Craig *******
Hi. Good post. I keep a copy of that letter (which others have posted) and show that copy to the Bangkok bank folks every year when my retirement extension is due. The folks at my branch see it and produce a new one. Repeat process for the next year 😂😂
Ross *******
here is the letter I get for my retirement visa. This along with copy of each page of my bank book is all they required for renewal
Tod *********
@Ross ******
if you update your savings account bank book enough (so that you have every transaction from the previous year) they'll often let slide the year detail transaction history BUT
More and more immigration offices are asking for the year transaction detail print out because if you don't update your bank book enough it only prints money in money out summary since the last update not every transaction and that doesn't show if you met the requirements or not 😕
Ross *******
@Tod ********
I use this bank only for retirement visa. It gets 1 transactions a year. That is a 1000B deposit on day letter is done. I use different bank account for all daily use.Tod *********
@Ross ******
right a "frozen" account (one you don't use) they won't require a year transaction statement 🙂Reply to
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Wannikea *********
As Tod said update the bank book with a tiny deposit, this will ensure the current date is in the book.
Patricia ********
Why do you need a 12 month statement. On the form from immigration it states 3 months
Carl **************
@Ross ******
i confirm your good recommendation.Ellie *******
@Patricia *******
, you are referring to an initial visa application while OP is talking about a 1-year extension at the local immigration office inside Thailand. Requirements for those are different.Eric ********
@Ellie ******
I usually just stop in the bank in CW before the interview and get the letter and have my bank book updated, but last time I was sent back to get a printout of details as I never update my bankbook unless at CW. First time in 11 yrs getting the same extension etc that I was asked for this. Can't recall how far back IO wanted.Reply to
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Tod *********
don't forget to update your bank book on the date you go to immigrations so it shows the balance on that date
Tom ******
ORIGINAL POSTERI think I figured it out. There was a Thai document in envelope so I think this must be the letter even though it doesn’t look like one.
Ross *******
@Tom *****
Use Google lens and see what it says. If you have not used Google lens, you need to start.John *********
@Tom *****
does the balance have any specific requirements? Ie transfer of money from own country bank account, or just to keep a minimum amount in the thai bank?Ellie *******
@John ********
, You need to have the required minimum amount for your application.Reply to
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Tod *********
@Tom *****
it's just a short letter (usually in thai) but your name will be on it, your account number and the balance on the date you got the letter issuedReply to
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Tod *********
the 12 month detail statement is usually printed on paper that has those tear off side tabs and they have one page per month
The bank letter looks like this
Show them that image and they'll know what you need
The bank letter looks like this
Show them that image and they'll know what you need
Tom ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Tod ********
Thank you so much. I live behind the bank and just went back. As usual 4 people had to get involved and 3 of them were clueless and this is their headquarters so you would think they would know better. I had requested letter up front but they did not understand. Had to pay an additional 100 b for a total of 300 b but now I have what I need.Tod *********
@Tom *****
glad you got it at Chaengwattana they will accept the letter for up to 7 days from the date it's issued, you should be fine with a thursday appt Good luck with your extension (y)
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