I recently posted the question below and received some helpful responses…..
“Apologies if this has been covered before but my question is, what constitutes as an Income Certificate (original copy) for a Retirement Visa? The 800k THB deposited in a bank is easy to prove and is currently what I am doing but I also receive income on investments and a monthly fee for consultancy services but paid into a bank account in orher countries (HK and SGP). I currently transfer more than 65k per month (114k) into my Bangkok Bank account for monthly expenses from overseas but it’s not from a confirmed pension or retirement plan or anything of that nature. If I can find a way to show the authorities that I have sufficient non-pension based monthly income (which I have) then I can release the 800k that just sits there doing nothing. Any help or advice appreciated…...”
however, we did a test run this week with a letter from Bangkok Bank showing and confirming the regular deposit from overseas of 114k, we produced 12 months of bank statements showing said deposits and an up to date bank book. The immigration officer said if the funds are not from an actual state or private pension and it’s just from overseas savings/investments then the income does not qualify for the 65k regular income alternative to the 800k deposit. Can this be right? And if not, how or where can I get this option accepted as properly legitimate which I believe it is.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user's inquiry revolves around what qualifies as an Income Certificate for obtaining a Retirement Visa in Thailand, particularly in relation to proving monthly income that is not derived from a pension. Despite receiving a letter from the bank confirming regular overseas deposits, the immigration officer questioned the legitimacy of these funds. The community offers different perspectives, some suggesting a maintenance of 800k THB in the bank, while others assert that monthly transfers are sufficient. The user seeks clarity on how to present their overseas income in a way that satisfies immigration 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.
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
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