dunno about that. If that's true its a specific rule for Canadians. The fact is that to retire here you need to follow that protocol. As specified by the Thai immigration.
it's a bit complicated - you will need to open a bank account here in your name only and deposit
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0 bhat. That will hv to season for 2 months before and 3 months after your application for visa. Or you may be able to apply before, but to proceed you will need the $ seasoned for those time periods. Outside that it can drop to
U can buy almost anything here, so travel light. They love dogs here, plenty of vets and animal hospitals and cat cafés etc. Even a special dog walking zone in bkk Park!
Hua Hin is a nice spot I guess. You'll need
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0 bhat in Thai bank, u should be able to apply from embassy fir Non O or Non A visa for retirement. Non O easier. Or you can do in Thailand. Or u can use agency....