They don’t need to see your return ticket. They may ask to see your ticket exiting Thailand. You can buy a boat ticket online for a boat the malaysia (I assume you are island hopping from ko lipe, Thailand to langkawi, malaysia.

You can buy it here

@Bebe ******

you can ask your friend to write you a letter and sign it with their ID attached or copy of their lease? 🤷🏻‍♀️ I don’t know about that.

@Bebe ******

you still should have them when entering. Regardless of if you need them for the visa. They can deny you entry if you don’t have

1) 20,000 thb in cash

2) flight out

@Bebe ******

you will need to have those proofs when entering Thailand too (can be asked at immigration as well) so it’s best to have them ready.

@Bebe ******

🤷🏻‍♀️ it’s easy everywhere. You just have to give the papers they ask for. I would think Vientiane requires the same. But check their website for requirements

Yes, Yes & Yes.

Must have everything.

Bank statement. Hotel booking. Onward travel ticket within 60 days. Paid and confirmed ticket out.

On the website you do it .

Only 1 time at check-in.

So-

Go to website.

Login.

Enter guest name and passport for the date.

Click SAVE.

Log out.

Finished.

I just asked a receptionist who does this daily.

From hat yai you can go south to the Satun land border. Or via Ko Lipe to langkawi or fly to anywhere in malaysia

When I applied in Sydney (I know it’s not Perth but...) they actually WANTED to see the funds in Thai Baht. And I had to explain to them that my money was in USD and CND accounts and not in thb. They allowed it but only after a discussion. I thought it was quite strange they wanted to see it in THB for a tourist visa. But each consulate/staff might be different

I’m pretty sure You don’t need to “retire” to get the “retirement” visa. You just have to be over 50 and have the financial requirements. I think you can just get it now and not have to use the tourist visa.