@Brandon ***********

just to clarify, when I converted my visa exempt entry to a 90 day Non O based on retirement, the only 2 options were THB 800,000 in a Thai bank or a letter from my embassy (if the embassy still processed income verification). The THB 65,000 deposited into my Thai bank account was not accepted.

However, when extending the 90 day Non O, the monthly transfers were accepted.

@Martin ********

western union does not post as international transfer

@Paulie *******

there is no DTV dedicated number

You can apply for a 90 day Non O visa based on being 50 or above online with the Los Angeles Thai Embassy and once you arrive, extend the Non O for 12 months at Thai Immigrations OR enter visa exempt and convert to a 90 day Non O at Thai immigrations and then extend that visa for one full year. Both ways are not difficult and you can do either.

@Marty ********

yes. I do not hold you responsible. 555

@Marty ********

so if LTR do not require 90 day reporting, why should others ?

@Marty ********

it varies by individual. Some are just insecure and want reassurance. My biggest gripe is that the 90 day report is not necessary in my view.

@Marty ********

yes on the form and information available with an internet search, yet the question is asked in this forum weekly.

@Brian *********

the Western Union exchange rate used to be awful but it has gotten better, I believe; maybe due to competition but I don't use them