@Marianne *******

I am shocked by the info you have offered. For months I’ve been reading and researching obtaining a 90-day non O retirement visa and until now thought the 800,000 baht requirement was not relevant until AFTER the visa is issued and you decide to apply for a 12 month extension. So I have to provide proof of having 800,000 baht in my home bank account in order to obtain a 90-day non O retirement visa BEFORE entering Thailand? And does that money have to be seasoned also? Thanks for this essential information.

@Nick *******

I strongly suggest ignoring the negative or discouraging comments. There is a certain faction of financially comfortable foreigners (mostly Caucasians) in SE Asia who want to flaunt their coinage and mock all adventurers who are of lower monetary stature.

I recommend discussing options with a reputable agent and I’m confident you can live a great life here. 👍

Fear is the wall.

Hope is the window.

Courage is the door.

@Ken *******

That has been my impression. I must be misinterpreting something when I try to enter account info from a Thai bank. 🤷

@Ken *******

Off subject but I’ve been trying to use Wise but it says Thailand is not one of the countries available for affiliating a bank account?

@Dan ******

What are the travel advantages of a DTV over a Retirement Visa with multiple entry?

@Maxim **********

I suggest ignoring the boy. He shows up regularly with nothing positive nor informative to offer.

@Jan *****************

Or buy an expensive flight out that offers free cancellation with a full refund. 🤣

@Anna ********

What are the requirements regarding the deposit of 800,000 baht? Cash only? Or can it be transferred electronically from an account outside of Thailand? Thanks.

@Sally ******

To just relax on the peaceful clean uncrowded beaches and wallow in the high moral atmosphere?

I absolutely love it when I can save a couple thousand dollars by flying First Class! 🤣