Is there a reason why Thailand do not have a permanent retirement visa?

Hello everyone, I’m hoping to get some clarification about the financial requirements when applying for the DTV.

Myself, my fiancé and two children all arrived in Thailand about four weeks ago, we absolutely fell in love and are considering the idea of staying long-term, up to one year at least.

We want to follow the rules and remain in compliance, and according to what I have learned about the financial requirements for the DTV, the only thing that remains unclear, is whether or not simply having money sitting in a personal checking or savings account will suffice, or is the Thai government Looking for regular income being deposited into those accounts?

I have reached out to a handful of Visa agents, and cannot seem to get a clear answer on this particular question. Hoping to get some insight or feedback from anyone here, thank you in advance 🙏🏼😊

Can I apply for DTV as an Etsy Seller. What documents can I show regarding the same? Do I have to show a certain number of sales or years of operations? Thanks

I’ve tried to search so apologies if this has been answered previously… I have full 6 months bank statements and payslips etc but the 500k I’ve only had in full for the last month ! Will this be ok to submit? Trying to weigh up if best to apply soon or wait 2/3 months ! Thank you 🙏🏼

Has anyone with a valid DTV been asked to show proof of funds recently, or I guess at all ? Thank you

Hi all. I have browsed the replies and didn’t find an answer to this question. Does anyone know if the consulate in Manila requires the 500k to be in the account for three months? Or if they would be okay with money there plus documented regular monthly income?

Hi everyone! My husband and I are planning to move permanently to Thailand, and we’re looking into the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV). We own a company in the UK and work as employees of our own business, getting paid through a payee. We also have enough savings to make the move, so we want to ensure we meet all the financial requirements.

A few questions we’d love some clarity on:

✅ For the 500,000 THB savings requirement, do the six months of bank statements need to show that amount consistently each month, or is it just the total that needs to be available at the time of application?

✅ What specific documents are required for this visa application?

✅ Are there any other financial or general requirements we should be aware of?

✅ Where and how should we submit the application – is it best to do it online, through the Thai Embassy, or another way?

✅ What’s the fastest and easiest way to apply and get approval?

✅ Once the visa is granted, is there a time limit to enter Thailand before it expires?

We’d really appreciate any advice or experiences you can share!

With regards to a retirement visa,

Is it 800,000 bht per person or combined between the married couple.

Hey folks, I would like to get a second opinion on whether or not I'll be submitting enough documents for a DTV visa as a freelancer. My main concern is that I have only just recently become a freelancer and only have a few contracts at this moment, all of which are somewhat small, and many are from the same company. I do not have my own business anywhere. Here is what I am planning to submit for my application in Hanoi:

* Cover letter outlining intentions and my work situation along with a list of docs

* Passport and recent photo

* Six months of back statements demonstrating savings over THB 500,000 throughout

* I live in Vietnam right now and so evidence of current residency: existing visa, most recent entry stamp, current lease agreement

* Letter from my friend in Chiang Mai who I will list as my address in Thailand before I am able to find something longer term once there

* Proof of freelance work: a copy of my Linkedin profile, a copy of my website advertising my services, recent consultancy agreements, an NDA from another client. I also have access to one of my clients' business registration documents in the UK.

Is this enough? Should I plan to submit anything else, say for example a tax return from when I was employed full time? TIA for any guidance.