@Bob *********

Correct, but this only applies to bank account opening.

If you do not need a bank account, there’s no need to travel to Bangkok. You can use our services remotely via EMS or secure post.

Some members have repeatedly tried to misinform expats, claiming that retirees cannot use our services and must leave Thailand.

While we're generally lenient about minor inaccuracies in this group due to the ever-changing nature of the situation, please do not make false statements about our services. Continued misinformation may result in a warning or removal from the group.

We want to be absolutely clear: we can assist with this process 100%.

@Doug *******

That’s quite surprising. We can assist in Bangkok, but unfortunately, the cost is the same as it would be for someone on a tourist visa.

Perhaps someone in the group can share a branch they’ve found to be more flexible.

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

We’re not sure which agency provided you with that information, but we do not require our clients to obtain an ED visa.

Our process is straightforward and typically takes less than a week. It includes opening a bank account, obtaining a 3-month Non-O visa, and securing a 1-year extension.

The total cost for everything typically ranges between 55,000 to 65,000 THB, depending on the time of year. At the moment, it’s approximately 60,000 THB.

That said, we strongly advise against applying for your Non-O visa from within Thailand. It’s far better to apply before you arrive, which allows you to open your own account. If you still choose to use an agency afterward, the cost can be up to 75% lower.

@Rok *******

This is the correct process, but if you’re expecting it to be easy once you’re here, that’s a common misconception.

We assist with this regularly, yet we still strongly recommend that, if at all possible, you apply for your Non-O visa from outside Thailand.

We understand this may not be feasible for everyone due to individual circumstances, but it’s important that we make this clear.

@Paul *******

We’re also surprised to hear reports of individuals struggling to open bank accounts despite already holding a Non-O visa.

In most cases, having a Non-O visa should make the process straightforward, so there may be additional circumstances involved in their situation if they claim they still cannot open an account.

@Sam *****

For that price are they opening a bank account for your as well from TR, or Exempt?

If not you are bing massively overcharged, it seems like you need the following:

▪️ Initial bank account opening on a TR

▪️ 3-month Non-O visa

▪️ 12-month retirement extension

If you do not need the bank account opening we charge ฿37,000 for the initial non-o, and yearly extension. If the bank account opening is needed on a TR visa then we charge ฿60,000

There are many scams.

As long as you have a clean history, and apply for your TDAC within 72 of your arrival date it is FREE for almost all nationalities.

We offer Fast Track / Prescreening which can help avoid issues like this.

This also can be done through:

@Wannikea ********

Yes, and it is free if they submit within the 72 hours (which allows your to copy older TDAC details).