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What is required as proof of residence when moving from a Non-Immigrant B visa to a retirement visa in Thailand if I'm living in a condo without paying rent?

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Good evening. Soon hoping to move from non imm B to retirement. I think I understand the procedure and documents. Just have one question about proof or residence, as I will move to a condo which is not mine but I will not need to pay rent. Wil this create an issue ?
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When transitioning from a Non-Immigrant B visa to a retirement visa in Thailand, proof of residence is important. Even if you won't be paying rent for your condo, you must provide documentation that establishes your long-term stay at that address. Acceptable documents typically include a lease agreement or a legal certification confirming your relationship with the owner. It's crucial to verify with your local immigration office regarding acceptable proof of residence.
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It doesn't matter whether you are paying rent or not. But in general, you need to provide documents to prove you are staying at that address legally long-term (not just like staying in a hotel for a few weeks). Usually, it's a lease agreement or legal certification of a relationship with the owner.

You need to check what documents are acceptable at your local immigration office.
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