Best to get a special “Direct Deposit” account and have SS deposit’s your money directly into that account. SS is not taxed in Thailand. But you may have to prove the source.

@David *********

keep in mind that if you do it as David suggest you will need to get a police report, and health insurance, and a lot of other documents. Life will be much easier to follow Mike’s advise. 60 or 90 day visa to come here then go through the process to get an Non -O retired inside Thailand. (As apposed to the Non-OA you get in your country) again O-A’s require insurance.

@Steve *******

800k in the bank and health insurance have nothing to do with each other.

@Brandon ***********

Thai immigration issues certificate of residence. I just got 2 for buying a car and renewing my drivers license. Best to ask for the 1 year certificate and not the 30 day one, just in case

@Dave *********

did the interviewer know she and her boyfriend (you) would travel together? Or did she get it on her own. Not mentioning she was American boyfriend ??

@Karim **************

never let anyone know how much money you have ever.

Thanks to all 🙏

Onnut

@James *******

Thank you for the clear answer to my question.

@Gregor *********

Thank you