We are in the process of moving to Retire on Koh Samui but have to be there by first week of April for Our Son's Wedding. We also sold our property but need to wait for registration before funds for the sale would be paid into our local (South African Bank.) so we will not have sufficient time to season the required funds before applying for Long term non O .(1 year) in SA.

It seems to leave us with the option of METV 's for both of us and then to open bank account ,transfer the required monies and then apply for Long term stay in Thailand after required 2 month period.

Problem here is that I saw from previous posts that Farangs can not open a Bank account using a METV?

Please advise best course of action. Thanks in advance.

What is the average rate for agency fees for retirement visa here in Pattya.