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@Todd ********
They're still sorting this one out! 😂😂😂
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@Eric *****
Criminal history you get from police, medical certificate from your doctor. Yes, I agree the insurance is a pain but you can get a high-deductible policy for around $1000. How much interest will you lose by putting 800k baht into a Thai bank account?
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It seems a lot of things were kicked around in cabinet and the media has interpreted it in the way media normally does! Great clickbait!! 😆
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@Bob *********
The smart way to do it is via OA visa. Get the two years from that using proof of funds in your home country, and during that two year period start the 65k/month process. When you're ready to do the border bounce and come back on an exempt entry, go to immigration and apply for the non-O using the 65k transfers as proof of meeting the criteria. That's the only way to avoid the 800k crap
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You won't be taxed on pension income, but will need to transfer 65k baht into a Thai bank account each month. However, this is yours to spend as soon as you get it. It's the best and simplest process by far
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Don't use an agent - they're nothing more than a rip-off. My lady has had three visits to Australia no problem. Fill in the online form which is straightforward. Important factors they look for:- prove length of your relationship, employment history, job title, salary and length of service. Also include bank statement and any property holdings. What they are looking for is substantial reasons for her not to remain in Australia.
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Depends on the immigration office, so you need to check with yours. Some insist the money comes from overseas, others are happy to just see it for minimum two months in your bank account
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@Kenneth *******
Wrong again. She's ESTONIAN ffs, she doesn't need a visa!
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@Kenneth *******
She's from Estonia. Doesn't need visa on arrival, she gets free 30-day entry stamp