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Will a drink driving conviction affect my ability to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?

John ********

Australian...

2007, registered .072 at a random breath test..6 months loss of licence.

Fast forward, Australian police check 2016 for my Thai marriage.

No mention of any law problems.

(The drink driving is my only run in with the law)

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Can I open a Thai bank account on a tourist visa before applying for a retirement visa?

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Make sure you have proof that your phone number is registered to your name, passport, and Telco company have taken your photo.... it's all about the fear of money laundering. I've got my atm card, but am still waiting to be able to use the banking app, as they are checking my validity....

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What happens if my bank balance for a Non-O visa dips below 400k for a few days?

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Why just have the absolute minimum??

Gee, deposit a few extra thousand baht to cover annual account fees or whatever may be deducted unexpectedly.....

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Why is it difficult to open a Thai bank account without a visa?

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From my experience, many bank staff have no experience in opening an account for aliens...even with the guide book in hand.

It's just out of their comfort zone to do it..

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What are the requirements and steps to obtain a Retirement visa in Thailand?

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Check on the official Thai Embassy website...

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What is the cheapest way for a retired expat to stay in Thailand for 3-4 months or more?

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Check out the visa options on the Thai Embassy website

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How long does it usually take to get approval for a Thai tourist visa?

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Pending....gotta send it upstairs for the boss to approve...

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How can you verify if a Thai tourist e-visa is legitimate?

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or these guys arriving for Songkran soon

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Are there restrictions on how long I must wait before returning to Thailand after a visa-exempt stay?

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I'm back!!

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What are the requirements for maintaining a retirement visa in Thailand regarding the bank balance?

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400k applies to the spouse visa....

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