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What should I write about employment and income for a Non-O visa application when retiring in Thailand?

Feb 13, 2026
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Mike ******
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Gotta question, what do you write when it asks you about employment and income when applying for a non O, I am currently in Thailand but will return to Canada next week, I will apply from Canada my Non O will be on retirement I just left my job and is retiring in Thailand I don’t have a pension yet but I will have the 800,000baht required
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When applying for a Non-O retirement visa from Canada, it's advisable to state your current status as 'Retired' on the application form. Although you do not currently have a pension, you plan to meet the 800,000 baht financial requirement. Your comments indicate that you can report your last normal annual salary if necessary; however, the most important factor is demonstrating your ability to financially sustain yourself in Thailand. It is suggested to focus on the required amount and avoid overstating income details.
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Paterick *********
I wrote retired
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Neil ********
Just put your last normally annual salary. Ignore anything from bonus or retirement. They just want an estimate that you can afford to live in Thailand and be able to have the
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baht monthly figure should you ever chose to go that route. It’s not that serious until you pay tax in Thailand
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Dale **********
Try writing the truth 🥴
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Steve *******
Retired. Savings
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Wannikea *********
Answer truthfully and they don't care about any other money than the 800K
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Nuttaporn **********
When you get a Non-O visa and come to Thailand, first open a bank account. For more consult feel free to message ☺️🙏🏻
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Grant *********
Tell them more than u could ever imagine
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John **********
Retired and what ever is appropriate for income
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Mark *********
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Agree. Tell the truth. Maybe investment 0 income from your capital.
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Mike ******
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@John *********
Im going to have a fair size lump sum
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