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What is the best strategy for applying for a retirement visa in Thailand as an Australian expat?
I'm an Aussie who plans to apply for retirement visa. Just got my 800 k Baht into local bank 2 weeks ago so I understand I cannot apply until 3 months has passed. My current tourist visa expires 25 January so must exit. Any suggestions on best strategy from here? I am renting condo in Bangkok and looking for easy border cross in any direction. And I suppose I would like to know if I can get back in with 2 month visa so will not have to exit again. I understand some visas can be extended from inside Thailand and am also curious about exit air tickets and if they are required in all circumstances. I very much appreciate your advice here.
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The user, an Australian expat, is looking for advice on applying for a retirement visa in Thailand after having deposited 800,000 Baht in a local bank. They seek guidance on the timeline for application given their current tourist visa expiration on January 25, border crossing options, re-entry possibilities with a two-month visa, extending visas from within Thailand, and requirements for exit air tickets.
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