What is the process for obtaining a retirement visa in Thailand for Americans, specifically regarding the authentication of Social Security documents?
Feb 16, 2024
10 months ago
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ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
An American expat over 50 with a pension is seeking clarification on the process of obtaining a retirement visa in Thailand, particularly related to authenticating a Social Security Administration letter. The Thai immigration requires this document to be authenticated by the US Consul in Chiang Mai, but the consul's automated responses are confusing. One comment indicates that the US embassy no longer offers notarization services and advises that the primary requirement for the retirement visa is to show proof of 800,000 baht in a Thai bank account.
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