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@Jim *******
I thought OA was one year and then you extend it like a non O visa?
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@Brandon ***********
Oh okay. I entered Thailand on a one year OA visa, so maybe I’ll be okay before the 90 day report.
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@Brandon ***********
Really? So the first 90 days until you report for the first time you can’t get a residency certificate? So my IDP will expire right when I’m eligible for a residency certificate. Great.
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That’s unreal that’s all it took. I wouldn’t look for this visa to last very long. Get it while you can.
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@David ***
Getting a bank account without a long stay visa is hard. If you’re only on a tourist visa, many banks will say no. Best bet is to get an agent to grease the wheels.
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I’m on an OA and my understanding is you have to show proof of a paid year of health insurance to extend every year. Also, 90 day reporting every 90 days, so you might get your pee pee slapped for that. 🤷🏻‍♂️
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Best to get an insurance agent to check all companies and give you options to choose from, in my opinion.
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I got the OA retirement visa online from the U.S. embassy in Chicago and it took about 2 weeks.