What should I do if I cannot return to Jomtien Immigration to show my 800k balance after my retirement visa extension?

Feb 20, 2020
5 years ago
Marcellus ********
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Just recently did a one year extension (9th extension) on a retirement visa at Jomtien Immigration. Signed a paper requiring to return 3 months later showing the 800k is still in the bank. I will be out of the country when that due date arrives and a few months after as well. 1. Anyone else had this issue and what to do or what happens? 2. Is Jomtien immigration enforcing this requirement of 800k to be there 3 months after?

Will there be a problem if on my next extension I just start using an agent not using my 800k? Maybe easier then jumping thru hoops every year.

Thank you
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TLDR : Answer Summary
After obtaining a one-year extension on a retirement visa at Jomtien Immigration, you are required to return in three months to prove that you maintain the 800,000 baht in your bank account. If you cannot return on that date due to being out of the country, it is crucial to inform Jomtien Immigration beforehand and inquire about what actions to take. The enforcement of this requirement is strict, as you signed an agreement acknowledging it. You should also consider the implications of using an agent for future extensions, as those options carry their own risks.
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Tod *********
The way it works is IF you got the paper from the immigration office saying come back in 3 months you NEED to go back. I'd say as soon as you get back update your bank book balance and head right over there.
James ********
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James ********
@Tod ********
answered same question this morning....re CW Immigration in Bangkok.

However Jomtien DOES REQUIRE return with your updated bankbook in 90 days.

"When you were sitting at the desk of the I/O getting your extension they had you sign several papers (acknowledging overstay penalties, agreeing to contact them if the reason you got your extension changed, AND agreeing to the terms and conditions of your extension).

Chaengwattana does not hand out a paper stating you come back 3 months after you get your extension, they will check the bank balance when you get your next extension to make sure you kept the balance at 800K baht for 3 months after your extension was granted and that the balance never went below 400K for the rest of the year."
James ********
You signed an agreement to maintain bank balances. Its your responsibility to do so.

If you need to be out if the country at time if 90 days, go to Jomtien Inmigration and ask them what you should do.

We do not discuss Agents to process Extensions of Stay in this forum. You do so at your own risk if discovered the financial requirements were not met by YOU.

Simply meet the financial requirements you signed in the agreement presented you in exchange for your one year extension of stay.
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