@Phil *****

I agree. About eight weeks ago MOTS (great agency) and Thai Visa were both at least 10,000 higher than the figure mentioned previously. But things change daily so you’re right about rechecking. My hope is to re-enter the kingdom with 90-day Non O visa in hand then go from there. Thanks.

@Phil *****

I only asked because I spent two months on and off discussing details and fees with more than ten agencies including the ones mentioned. None were under about 40,000 Baht so I’m just curious if prices may have dropped in the past eight weeks. I have a Thai phone number but my address is in Rayong Province and I think there might be a small addition charge to “remedy” that.

@Phil *****

Can you elaborate on exactly which facets of obtaining a non O visa an agent takes care of for 27k? I think it is considerably more expensive if they do EVERYTHING.

@Jay ******

Thanks. Good advice about not using a phone. I just won’t have enough funds in my account seasoned for three months before returning to Thailand so now I’m pursuing other options.

@Greg **********

Thanks to dedicated contributors such as yourself I have studied and understood most of what you wrote here. My problem is that I’ve been planning to use funds from selling some property in order to cover financial requirements regarding the non O visa and subsequent extension. BUT I will not have the seasoned bank statements because I want to return to Thailand immediately after selling said property. I THOUGHT applying for the non O from the USA did not demand bank statements and all the proof of funds would be needed AFTER arriving back in the kingdom.

@Lynnette ******

Right. But my problem is I won’t have three months of bank statements prior to wanting to apply.

@Jay ******

That would be very bad for my plan.

@Susan *******

Of course the key is MONEY. If that’s not a challenge for you then all should go fairly easily. Best of luck to you. Keep us updated. 👍

Fear is the wall.

Hope is the window.

Courage is the door.

@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.