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QUESTIONS

What are the yearly costs associated with maintaining retirement or long-term visas and what should expats expect to pay for healthcare coverage in Thailand?

15 comments

4 years ago

What are the steps to obtaining a non-o retirement visa and extensions in Thailand?

14 comments

4 years ago

Can my 45-year-old wife come as my dependent on a Thai retirement visa?

6 comments

4 years ago

COMMENTS

What documents do I need for a Retirement Visa and NON-O Visa in Thailand?

Chris *******

@Dawn *******

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You can download the current requirements.

Or go to rm 204 Phuket Main Immigration and speak to the volunteers on the desk.

They can explain the requirements in depth.

a year ago

What documents do I need for a Retirement Visa and NON-O Visa in Thailand?

Chris *******

It will be area dependant.

You'll need to post where or go to the local immigration when you get there.

They will give you the list.

a year ago

When can I renew my Non-O 90 days retirement visa to a 1-year visa in Thailand?

Chris *******

That is for 60 days seasoning of the funds.

If your money has already been in the bank 60 days, you can apply at 45 days.

a year ago

What are the options for retiring in Thailand if I cannot qualify for a retirement visa?

Chris *******

@Joe *******

what you do in the comfort of your home is your business.

As long as you are NOT working for someone or earning money in Thailand.

a year ago

Is 5500 baht a normal rate for a visa run from Pattaya to Cambodia?

Chris *******

@Carlos ********

the limit of 2 land entries has been lifted.

There is no limit now on any entry, until an IO decides there is....

a year ago

Is the DTV visa a better option than the Non-O retirement visa for expats in Thailand?

Chris *******

@Ling ****

it doesn't matter if you actually do the selected courses.

Only that you are enrolled.

Once the visa is granted, it doesn't matter what you do.

a year ago

What are the bank statement requirements for applying for a DTV visa at the Chicago Thai embassy?

Chris *******

It's embassy dependant.

Some say China wants a year locked away....

a year ago

Is it easy to extend a Non-O Visa in Thailand for an additional 12 months?

Chris *******

Unfortunately you have gotten either bad info or just didn't know.

BUT at this point you will have to leave and start again.

Other than that you may be able to pay an agent to fix it for you.

It will cost and then in subsequent years you will keep paying.

Best course of action is to start again and make sure you understand what is required.

a year ago

Why is it difficult to open a bank account in Thailand with a 90-day Non-O visa?

Chris *******

@Bob ********

this not true.

You can use a joint account but must have double the required amounts.

Some offices will discourage this.

You can also use a term deposit account.

a year ago

What is the cost and process for obtaining a Non-B visa and work permit for a foreign owner in Thailand?

Chris *******

That is the initial cost to get going, there will also be monthly maintenance costs in around 5k or other costs not fully explained yet.

Get all the info and be cautious, if it doesn't work, it'll cost more and if it doesn't go through there won't be refunds.

Best of luck.

a year ago