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@Peter ***************
I was not aware of this border run/hop distinction - all this is new to me, learning!
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Sounds like it's only tourist visa, but might be worth a visit to immigration to check whether I can apply without the border run.
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@Stuart ********
Thank you! Yes, I've been living in Bangkok since December, have a bank account. My husband is working here, I've been on STV - same-sex marriage. But thanks to your advice, I'll now apply for retirement visa. The $800k came from overseas, my Thai bank can verify. Very much appreciate your helpful advice!
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@Michelle ***********
Do I need to have booked a return flight out of Thailand when arriving visa exempt?
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@Stuart ********
Oh, great to know! So as a visa-exempt tourist I can apply for retirement visa? Re timing: I have to leave Thailand by Oct. 15, on Oct. 30 my $800k will have been here for 2 months. What are the other ducks required? Health insurance? I believe I do not need the background check if applying within Thailand? Anything else?