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What is the process for obtaining a Non-OX visa in Thailand, and what are the requirements for US citizens?

Mike ******
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Can someone who had o-x visa detail the process?

1. Get into Thailand with tourist visa

2. Open a Thailand bank account and deposit $30000

3. Wait after 3 months and then go to apply

4. I read need health certificate, can I do it in Thailand?

5. Can I transfer money from my chase bank to Thailand bank account directly?

6. How to approve your pension or 401 K or social security ? Statements are enough ?

I am from the US. I am 60 years old and not qualify for social security yet but i have half a million 401 k and savings .
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The post seeks to understand the steps involved in obtaining a Non-OX visa in Thailand for U.S. citizens. The user outlines a six-step process including entering Thailand on a tourist visa, opening a bank account, and the requirements for applying for the visa. There are also questions about the health certificate, transferring funds from a U.S. bank, and how to approve pension or 401(k) withdrawals. Comments from the community highlight practical challenges, such as the difficulty of opening a bank account with a tourist visa.
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Barry *********
Barry *********
Banks won’t open an account with a tourist visa I have tried

You will need a non o
Randy ******
Randy ******
half a million in 401k savings…. NOT ANYMORE YOU HAVE….
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Brandon ************
Brandon ************
I've never heard of anyone actually using the non-OX visa except Australians when one of the embassies there made it easy.

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