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What is the best visa option to apply for in Australia for opening a Thai bank account and considering a marriage or retirement visa?
May 18, 2025
22 days ago
David *********
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
A user is seeking advice on the simplest visa to apply for while returning to Australia, aiming to open a Thai bank account and eventually obtain a marriage or retirement visa. Comments indicate that a NON-O immigrant visa is recommended for opening a bank account and serves as a pathway to both marriage and retirement visas. There is a discussion about the relative ease of obtaining a retirement visa compared to a marriage visa, and the possibility of applying for permanent residency after three years on a marriage visa, which seems to require work and tax contribution.
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.
- Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
