Geoff ******

I use an annual multi-trip travel insurance that costs £450 annually and allows up to 90 days per trip. Perfect for me but wont work with the OA though.

19 days ago

Can a retiree obtain a DTV in Thailand using overseas pension statements and banked funds?

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@Vin ********

I tried that before they introduced the health insurance requirement. It worked fine, just used my regular travel insurance. Since then they've introduced an onerous health insurance requirement. Non-starter now.

19 days ago

Can a retiree obtain a DTV in Thailand using overseas pension statements and banked funds?

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@Andrew ********

I was considering the medical appointment route. The hassle otherwise would be setting up a Thai bank account and needlessly tying up cash in it.

21 days ago

Can a retiree obtain a DTV in Thailand using overseas pension statements and banked funds?

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@Andrew ********

Done that, plus the non-Imm O and the OA, even visa exemption over the years. DTV would avoid all the hassles. I'm no longer a tourist.

21 days ago

Can a retiree obtain a DTV in Thailand using overseas pension statements and banked funds?

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@Frank ********

Agreed. It does seem pointless, especially as you can't use the funds, even in an emergency, without foregoing your visa extension.

23 days ago

Can a retiree obtain a DTV in Thailand using overseas pension statements and banked funds?

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@Keith ***********

I like the idea of a 5-year multi-entry visa. I spend six months a year in Thailand, in two 90-day stints. DTV would save on admin and avoid having to bank money in a Thai account.

24 days ago

Can a retiree obtain a DTV in Thailand using overseas pension statements and banked funds?

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@Tod ********

I am aware of this option. I don't want or need a Thai bank account and I certainly wouldn't want cash tied up in one. A DTV would avoid that.

24 days ago

Can a retiree obtain a DTV in Thailand using overseas pension statements and banked funds?

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@Tod ********

Thanks. I thought it all sounded too good to be true, when the DTV was first announced. I'll just carry on with my 90 day non-O for the time being. Pity it is single entry only.

24 days ago

Can a retiree obtain a DTV in Thailand using overseas pension statements and banked funds?

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@Kyle *********

Thanks. I've been using the 90 day multi-entry non-O retirement visa, until they made it single entry only last year. Just looking at fresh options.

24 days ago

Can a retiree obtain a DTV in Thailand using overseas pension statements and banked funds?

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@Tod ********

I don't see myself doing muay Thai or cooking but a medical appointment may be possible. The term 'such as' in para 2 of the eligible foreigners requirement implies a degree of flexibility.

24 days ago

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