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QUESTIONS

What is the process for obtaining a retirement extension in Hua Hin using the Income method?

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5 years ago

COMMENTS

Do I need to get my marriage documents endorsed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bangkok for a Non Imm O visa based on marriage?

Peter *******

Yes you have to go to the MFA

16 days ago

Is it easy to open a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?

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@Jim ******

never has been health insurance or police check for Non O, only OA. 90 day Non O is easy to obtain but have read reports of people being unable to open a bank account on this visa.

16 days ago

Is it easy to open a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?

Peter *******

Probably ok but not guaranteed. Only guaranteed way is to get a Non OA retirement visa before traveling. This visa has mandatory health insurance requirements so maybe that's why they are making difficulties for the 90 day non O.

16 days ago

What are the visa options for a 6-month stay in Thailand with possible border runs?

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@Ian *****

you can do this on METV with no hassles at the border. The border can be with a neighboring country or by air. It is possible to do the same utilizing 60 day visa exempt but can possibly be hassle on re-entry at the border.

19 days ago

What are the visa options for a 6-month stay in Thailand with possible border runs?

Peter *******

Ian you can extend your 60 days by 30 then do a border run. Get another 60 days + 30 day extension and that is your 6 months

19 days ago

What are some prepaid card options for expats applying for a DTV visa in Thailand?

Peter *******

Open a Revolut account. Top the card up as required and use at ATM. Exchange rate is forex rate but you get charged B250 at atm

20 days ago

Will my unupdated bank book affect my Non O visa renewal in Thailand?

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@Alan ********

have extended at HH for the last 8 yrs. You need to copy all the available bank book pages for the year but it is not a problem if you have not updated the book regularly just update on the day you go and get the certificate letter. The letter and update is good for 7 days.

22 days ago

What steps should I take to activate my Non-O visa and open a bank account in Thailand?

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@Peter ********

in that case your visa has not been activated. You need to exit and re-enter the country to get the Non 'O' stamp in your Passport. Without the correct stamp the Bank will not open an account.

Be a bit wary about asking Immigration for advice, the visa is nothing to do with them and you are not supposed to apply from inside the country.

22 days ago

Will my unupdated bank book affect my Non O visa renewal in Thailand?

Peter *******

You need to check with your immigration office as policies vary but at Hua Hin office only the bank statement and a copy of the final book balance along with the certification letter matter.

22 days ago

What paperwork do I need to volunteer in Thailand on a retirement visa?

Peter *******

You need to apply for a volunteer visa

a month ago