What is the difference between a bank statement and a bank letter for a non-immigrant O visa extension in Thailand?

Non-O Visa Bank Statement Visa Extension

Dec 25, 2019

5 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

A question about extension of non-immigrant visa with 800k in Thai bank account. (Mine is an extension for a non-immigrant O based on retirement)

Apparently we now need a 'bank statement' with (or instead of) the so-called 'bank letter', at least that is what I read in local groups). I got me a paper from Korat Immigration last week and it made no mention of a different bank document, hence my befuddlement.😎

 Can someone explain what the difference is and how to make that clear to my Bangkok Bank manager in Phimai?

Oh, and Merry Christmas everyone!

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is confused about the requirements for a non-immigrant O visa extension in Thailand, specifically the need for a bank statement versus a bank letter. Comments clarify that a bank letter confirms account balance and is valid for 7 days, while a bank statement details transaction history over a period. Users also suggest ways to communicate with the bank and express urgency due to the impending visa deadline.

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Robert *******

Apparently we now need a "bank statement" This sounds as a new requirement but in the replies it is the same as last year, nothing changed.

And yes, your time window to apply for an Extension of Stay is due to waiting till the last moment now 1 day left. Your can apply 30 days early, that means starting 30 Nov.

Not much to advice anymore, NO change in requirements and it was your decision to wait till the last moment. I hope you get all the documents in order on that day, otherwise you might need to go for plan B. Good luck

5 years ago

Karel *********

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Thx for the replies. I mainly asked because my extension expires on december 31 and I have only next friday the 27th as a window to get an extension.

5 years ago

Tod *********

Strange that Bangkok Bank would have to call another branch to figure it out, you can't be the ONLY foreigner in Korat using that branch who needs the bank letter written. Here's a sample of what it looks like. I took that picture of a GIANT poster at Bangkok Bank at the government complex at Chaengwattana where the immigration office is in Bangkok.

Show them this format. Most offices will accept the letter being written up to 7 days early BUT some require it dated the day you apply for your extension, CHECK and see what your immigration office wants

5 years ago

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Tod *********

Robert *******

And for sure you are not the only foreigner living in Korat, just visit your bank and ask for the immigration letter. if the staff do not understand you question, you can call their help desk, option nr ... for English, explain and ask to translate for the bank employee. Life can be so easy.

5 years ago

Karel *********

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@Robert ******

Bangkok Bank in Phimai is not very 'English'. Last time I asked for the immigration letter, they literally had to call the Bangkok office to have me explain it to someone on the other side who spoke English.

5 years ago

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Karel *********

Marty *********

The bank letter states you have an account and states the balance at the time of the letter. A bank statement is just what you think it is. The history of your transactions over a period of time (3 months, 6 months, 1 year)

It is likely you may be required to do a withdrawal or deposit same day and then have your bank book updated

5 years ago

Karel *********

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@Marty ********

I'm with Bangkok Bank. They allow you to update your bankbook without a transaction first.

5 years ago

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Karel *********

Daniel **********

Presuming it’s the same requirements as the Chiang Mai office, you need a letter from your bank stating your balance. This letter is valid for 7 days. You also need to update your bank book (and get photocopy of each page) on the same day you do your visa application.

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Daniel **********

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