What is the process for applying for a NON-O visa in Thailand and what bank proofs do I need?

Jun 16, 2022
3 years ago
Neil *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Greetings all,

Following on from a previous post which was very helpful with gettingna bank account set up, i am now about to embark on step 2!.

Can someone please give me an idiot proof guide for applying for my first non O visa, with details of bank proofs?.

A little background if it helps

52 years old

From uk

Hold uk passport with several years until expires

Currently here on a TR60 with 30+days until it expires

Hold Bangkok bank account with 800k baht plus

I have rented condo and have proof of TM 30 (already had certificate of residence for opening bank account so i think thats ok.

Will be applying at Chonburi, Jomtien.

Many thanks in advance
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The user is seeking a comprehensive guide for applying for their first NON-O visa in Thailand, outlining necessary documentation, particularly related to bank proof. They have provided personal details including nationality and current visa status. Comments from the community include checklists of required documents based on experiences at different immigration offices, emphasizing the importance of bank statements, rental agreements, and photographs.
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Kool *******
Where did the bt800k come from? Did you transfer it into your Thai bank account from an overseas source?
Neil *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Yes
Russell *******
Hi , I just got my non O also UK passport.

Copy of bank book showing balance ( within 24 hrs of application for visa)

Statement from bank confirming the balance.

Copy of passport

Copy of TR visa stamp

Copy of TM 6

Copy of TM 30

Copy of landlord blue book

Copy of landlord ID

Copy of rental agreement

1x photo

Copy in colour 1 house

2 view of house showing the land and any other buildings around it.

3 you inside the house.

4 location on map.

1x visa application form.

All these copied twice so you have two sets .

All copies need you to add your signature.

I hear some immigration offices are asking for the photos in either landscape or portrait . For me I gave portrait and nothing was said.

I started my application in Surat thani immigration but was sent to koh phangan immigration where I am living. So the paperwork is the same at both offices .

Nearly forgot the easiest bit 2000 baht.

Hope that helps ๐Ÿ™
Helen ********
@Russell ******
was this for a regular extension based on retirement? We did that in Chiang Mai and didn't need any photos, landlord ID or blue book. They accepted the TM30, rental agreement copy, prove of income affidavit from our consulate (yay Canada) and gave us back the hand drawn map. I guess maybe it was that badly drawn ๐Ÿ™‚.
Russell *******
@Helen *******
yes non O based to retirement. I have to produce another load of paperwork for the extension ha ha โ˜บ๏ธ
Helen ********
@Russell ******
oh wow! Be interested to know if they make you go through the photos for the extension as well.
Russell *******
@Helen *******
I think they will as where you live seems to be very important to them . After giving all the information , they were supposed to come and visit me at home , but as far as I know they never did.
Lee ************
Neil *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Im hoping so, but thankyou for your comment, much appreciated
Russell *******
Russell *******
@Neil ******
when you think it only costs 1900 baht per year or 3900 baht for the first 15 months ,it helps with the enthusiasm ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿ™
Neil *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
You got to be shitting me!
Russell *******
@Neil ******
Well as I said this was at. Immigration in koh phangan . Maybe it's slightly different elsewhere. ๐Ÿ™
Stuart *********
This is the stuff youโ€™d need in Phuket. No idea if Chonburi would be different, but itโ€™ll give you an idea. Perhaps visit and ask for a handout of what theyโ€™d need specifically.

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